Lucy the leucistic robin

Enderby resident, Donlea McCombs and a friend were watching a flock of robins in her backyard while they enjoyed a visit over a cup of coffee on February 23rd. Every year, these birds came to feast on the berries on her Mountain Ash tree. While other species preferred the birdfeeder, the robins often got drunk on the berries and were a great source of amusement to Donlea and her family and friends.

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Vernon suspects arrested in attempted robbery

Vernon RCMP.

Last evening officers from the Vernon detachment arrested two male suspects after a report of an attempted robbery of a business in the Landing Plaza.

At around 5:35 yesterday afternoon (Feb 25) police were called to the insurance office in the Landing Plaza for a report of an attempted robbery. A lone male entered the office just at closing time and produced a weapon and demanded cash. There was an exchange between the employee and the suspect, resulting with the suspect running from the business without any money.

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Vernon to get new library

At a press conference on Monday, February 22, 2010, the Chair of the Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) Board, Ted Bacigalupo announced that a new library branch will be built at 2808 30th Ave. in Vernon. The land and financing needed to build the new facility has been made possible by a co-operation between the City of Vernon, the North Okanagan Regional District (NORD) and the ORL.

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The girl in the yellow Mustang

Revelstoke bank robbery suspect arrested.

Revelstoke RCMP.

At 4:00 p.m. today, police received a report that the Revelstoke branch of the CIBC had been the victim of a robbery. The suspect entered the bank and produced a note which made reference to a firearm. An undisclosed amount of money was turned over to the suspect who then fled on foot. The description of the suspect given was a man dressed up as a woman.

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Salmon Arm campus expands construction trades training

Ground-breaking ceremony for Okanagan College expansion.

Okanagan-Shuswap MP, Colin Mayes joined Shuswap MLA and Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconcilliation, George Abbot as well as representatives from Okanagan College for the official groundbreaking ceremony of the $1-million expansion of the college’s trades training facility.

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A glass-breaking night in Revelstoke

Revelstoke crime spree leaves behind thousands in damages.

Revelstoke RCMP.

An overnight crime spree has left behind thousands of dollars in damages and police asking for the public’s help in finding the responsible individuals. The first report was received just before 1:00 a.m. this morning when a glass door to Alpine Village Mall was smashed.

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Unique snowmobiles stolen in Revelstoke

Revelstoke – thieves target snowmobiles.

Revelstoke RCMP.

An early morning theft netted thieves some very expensive snowmobiles. Sometime between 8:00 p.m., February 12th, 2010 and February 13th, 2010 at 7:00 a.m. a Ford F350 with a sled trailer, carrying 7 sleds, was stolen from behind the Mountianview Motel.

The snowmobiles belonged to Alpine Motorsports from Salmon Arm and they were all newer high performance demo models and included:

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Hiker finds body on Mt McKenzie

Revelstoke hiker stumbles upon human remains.

Revelstoke RCMP.

On February 11th, 2010, a local resident was hiking on Mt McKenzie and located what he believed to be human remains. Police were able to access the site and confirmed the presence of an unidentified adult male. Investigation to date shows that it does appear as if the male has been there for some time. The cause of death is not known at this time. Investigator’s believe they know the indentity of the male however a positive identification will need to take place to confirm this belief. Foul play is not suspected.

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Revelstoke avalanche fatality

Eagle mountain avalanche claims a life.

Revelstoke RCMP.

An avalanche on Eagle Mountain has claimed the life of an Alberta man. On February 14th, 2010 at approx. 4:00 p.m. a party of 8 had been sledding in the eagle pass area when the snow let go, burying the 42 year old from Hussar, Alberta. By the time his friends were able to locate and dig him out, he had succumbed to his injuries.

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Port Coquitlam hometown hospitality for Salmon Arm curlers

Port Coquitlam hosts games visitors from Prince George, Salmon Arm.

City of Port Coquitlam.

First Nation youth hockey players from Prince George and a seniors’ curling group from Salmon Arm will enjoy some hometown Port Coquitlam hospitality during the 2010 Winter Games.

The two groups of approximately 20 people each will bed down at the Port Coquitlam Recreation Complex during the Games: the Salmon Arm group on Feb. 15, followed by the Prince George group on Feb. 17 and 18. The connection between Port Coquitlam and the two other communities was made by Port Coquitlam’s Spirit of BC Committee, which offered to host upon hearing that the visitors needed a place to stay.

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