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BC's Best Kept Secret
Date: Sep 30, 2009
Entry: No story ... just see the title!
BC's Best Kept Secret
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Date: Sep 30, 2009
Entry: No story ... just see the title!
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I love Princeton 3.
Date: Sep 30, 2009
Entry: There are many activities that help you keep fit especially in the winter. We love to go snow shoeing and hiking at China Ridge.
I love Princeton 3.
Date: Sep 30, 2009
Entry: There are many activities that help you keep fit especially in the winter. We love to go snow shoeing and hiking at China Ridge.
rivers
Date: Sep 30, 2009
Entry: We are blessed to live at the confluence of two beautiful rivers.
rivers
Date: Sep 30, 2009
Entry: We are blessed to live at the confluence of two beautiful rivers.
I love Princeton.
Date: Sep 30, 2009
Entry: After living in Toronto for 14 years we discovered this wonderful quiet "modest Town" We have many lakes within 45 min. drive from town and I love to kayak and bird watch.
I love Princeton.
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Date: Sep 30, 2009
Entry: After living in Toronto for 14 years we discovered this wonderful quiet "modest Town" We have many lakes within 45 min. drive from town and I love to kayak and bird watch.
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Theater
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: Theater is alive and well in Princeton. With a strong Princeton Performing Art's group. A middle school which was close has been converted into a community center, with a theater added. Princeton Performing Art's has been producing a number of plays, for all ages, and the upcoming production in December is a Pantomime Cinderella with a large cast including children and teenagers.
Theater
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Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: Theater is alive and well in Princeton. With a strong Princeton Performing Art's group. A middle school which was close has been converted into a community center, with a theater added. Princeton Performing... more
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Bringing the community into our community
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: Participants of the community services organization, New Beginings, come regularly to visit with the residents of Ridgewood Lodge to play cards, assist with bingo, shine shoes, read and just visit one to one. Our residents feel they are helping them and the participants of New Beginnings get a lot out of helping their seniors.
Bringing the community into our community
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: Participants of the community services organization, New Beginings, come regularly to visit with the residents of Ridgewood Lodge to play cards, assist with bingo, shine shoes, read and just visit one... more
Paying it back.
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: Performers in Princeton have the biggest hearts. They regularly come up to Ridgewood Lodge, our local long term care facility to perform for the residents without any thought of renumeration. They love to share their talents with the residents and encourage them to sing along and dance. We all look forward to these talented performers visits.
Paying it back.
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: Performers in Princeton have the biggest hearts. They regularly come up to Ridgewood Lodge, our local long term care facility to perform for the residents without any thought of renumeration. They love... more
Bringing all ages together.
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: Each Halloween our local Kindergarten to grade 3 classes make a special effort to visit the residents of our local long term care facility. The residents look forward to these visits and plan events for the children like trick or treats, composing our own Halloween songs and dressing in costumes. The children come in costume too and perform for the residents.
Bringing all ages together.
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: Each Halloween our local Kindergarten to grade 3 classes make a special effort to visit the residents of our local long term care facility. The residents look forward to these visits and plan events for... more
Community support
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: What an amazing supportive community we have in Princeton. Each year our team walks in the Weekend to End Breast Cancer's 60 K walk. Each walker in required to raise $2,000. and each year Princeton comes forward with enough donations to support our team of 4 which means raising $8,000. but also contributes to another team raising more than $23,000. Not bad for a population of 3,500 hey?
Community support
Date: Sep 29, 2009
Entry: What an amazing supportive community we have in Princeton. Each year our team walks in the Weekend to End Breast Cancer's 60 K walk. Each walker in required to raise $2,000. and each year Princeton comes... more
Recreation exploding in Princeton
Date: Sep 28, 2009
Entry: The China Ridge Cross Country Ski Association (CRCCSA) was approached by some avid local mountain bikers looking for trails. One thing led to another and the CRCCSA got busy applying for grants. Soon the provincial government stepped up to the plate and the Ministry of Tourism, Sports and the Arts rewarded the CRCCSA efforts with a grant in the amount of $53,000. The CRCCSA has added more signage and trail markers, re-roofed the back-country cabin, repaired the back-country cabin, re-roofed 14 kiosks, built 3 new mapping kiosks, built a woodshed, widened and improved some of the existing trails, checked trails for dangerous trees, added picnic tables, installed 3 gates and built an equipment shed and warming hut. They have upgraded their safety and survival equipment, started a youth cross-country ski program and hired a Whistler mountain biking trail expert to build a new trail for the club. Their efforts are impressive and prove that if you are united you can accomplish just about anything. Recently, another $53,000 was awarded to the group from the federal government through the National Trails Coalition. D.M. is in Princeton using his expertise as both a trail builder and trail rider to give Princeton a top-notch mountain biking trail. Mountain bikers are going to get itchy fingers long before spring arrives, but not to worry, thanks to CRCCSA there are lots of cross-country ski trails to help keep the outdoors a fun place to be.
Recreation exploding in Princeton
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Date: Sep 28, 2009
Entry: The China Ridge Cross Country Ski Association (CRCCSA) was approached by some avid local mountain bikers looking for trails. One thing led to another and the CRCCSA got busy applying for grants. Soon... more
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Princeton Ambassadors
Date: Sep 28, 2009
Entry: We are proud of our Princeton Youth Ambassadors who represent Princeton at Events and Parades in Princeton and around BC. These young ladies are great role models for all of our citizens, especially the young. We thank Ambassador Alyssa, Vice Ambassador Karis and Friendship Ambassador Makenzie for doing a great job of representing Princeton.
Princeton Ambassadors
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Date: Sep 28, 2009
Entry: We are proud of our Princeton Youth Ambassadors who represent Princeton at Events and Parades in Princeton and around BC. These young ladies are great role models for all of our citizens, especially the... more
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Another Happy Day in Princeton
Date: Sep 26, 2009
Entry:
There we go again. The start of yet another sunny day in our town. Did you know that sunshine contributes to a number of positive attributes to a healthy lifestyle including the ability to improve our mood and prevent health problems. In Princeton we get our fair share of sunshine and then some. No wonder people in Princeton are so happy and have such a great outlook.
Another Happy Day in Princeton
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Date: Sep 26, 2009
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There we go again. The start of yet another sunny day in our town. Did you know that sunshine contributes to a number of positive attributes to a healthy lifestyle including the ability to improve... more
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Rodeo Queen
Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Our Rodeo Queen is crowned at our annual Rodeo in May. Jeanine, our 2009 Rodeo Queen does the Grand Entry and helps chase the stock at the Rodeo; as well she represents Princeton in parades and at Rodeos in BC and the U.S. Jeanine is a great little rider - we are very proud of her.
Rodeo Queen
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Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Our Rodeo Queen is crowned at our annual Rodeo in May. Jeanine, our 2009 Rodeo Queen does the Grand Entry and helps chase the stock at the Rodeo; as well she represents Princeton in parades and at Rodeos... more
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Our Yellows
Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Check out Princeton in the Fall when the cottonwood trees that run along the Tulameen and Similkameen Rivers turn yellow. To view the colours take a walk along the Trans Canada Trail; a drive on Highway #3 to Hedley and back on the Old Hedley Road; or drive out to Coalmont and Tulameen and take the back road to Highway #5 to come back to Princeton.
Our Yellows
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Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Check out Princeton in the Fall when the cottonwood trees that run along the Tulameen and Similkameen Rivers turn yellow. To view the colours take a walk along the Trans Canada Trail; a drive on Highway... more
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Show & Shine
Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: A&W and Overwaitea Foods sponsor a Show and Shine the first weekend in July. There is always a good turnout and I am totally amazed at the number of beautiful vintage cars that are owned by people in Princeton.
Show & Shine
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Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: A&W and Overwaitea Foods sponsor a Show and Shine the first weekend in July. There is always a good turnout and I am totally amazed at the number of beautiful vintage cars that are owned by people in... more
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Elvis is here too!
Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Elvis is alive and well and lives right here in the Princeton District. Our Elvis is very very good and he is also very generous. Not only does he take the time out for our seniors and our handicapped citizens, he also shares the limelight with other Elvis's. Way to go Elvis - you are a keeper!!
Elvis is here too!
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Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Elvis is alive and well and lives right here in the Princeton District. Our Elvis is very very good and he is also very generous. Not only does he take the time out for our seniors and our handicapped... more
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You Are Who You Ride With!
Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Princeton takes great pride in their youth. The Princeton Posse hockey club brings kids to our community from all parts of Canada and the United States. It doesn't take long before these kids become our kids. Team members get involved in the community and become great positive role models for all of us. The Posse is off to a great season and we are very proud of them all.
You Are Who You Ride With!
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Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Princeton takes great pride in their youth. The Princeton Posse hockey club brings kids to our community from all parts of Canada and the United States. It doesn't take long before these kids become our... more
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Our Mother Theresa
Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: How many towns can boast their own Mother Theresa. Princeton's Mother Theresa has been a mother of mercy for ever so long. Over 35 years ago Joyce Fraser created Community Services, an organization that helps care for the handicapped, seniors and those with accessability difficulties and eventually the BC Transit Service that is open to all members of the community who need transportation. J.F. set up a program of residency and employment for mentally handicapped people that still exists today, the lucky participants went from possible placement in institutions to living a fulfilling life while living in their own Mary Ann Apartments and operating the Mini Chef Restaurant. Not content with that Joyce Fraser envisioned and helped to create Vermillion Court, an assisted living center for seniors that allowed them to live independent lives with some assistance. We in Princeton are very, very proud of Joyce Fraser, for whenever she identified a need she found a solution.
Our Mother Theresa
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Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: How many towns can boast their own Mother Theresa. Princeton's Mother Theresa has been a mother of mercy for ever so long. Over 35 years ago Joyce Fraser created Community Services, an organization... more
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Spectacular Wildflowers
Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Princeton is a photographer’s paradise with a number of alpine wildflowers growing in the surrounding mountains. Neil, Sharon, Kelley and friends didn’t even let a little snow deter them on their hike to take these great pictures. As you can see, the snow does not deter the wildflowers either.
Spectacular Wildflowers
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Date: Sep 25, 2009
Entry: Princeton is a photographer’s paradise with a number of alpine wildflowers growing in the surrounding mountains. Neil, Sharon, Kelley and friends didn’t even let a little snow deter them on their... more
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Garbage a Community responsibility
Date: Sep 24, 2009
Entry: When we take our garbage to the dump, we like other members of the community, make numerous stops to pick up the stray coffee cups and water bottles along the way.
Garbage a Community responsibility
Date: Sep 24, 2009
Entry: When we take our garbage to the dump, we like other members of the community, make numerous stops to pick up the stray coffee cups and water bottles along the way.
"Clean up and Green up"
Date: Sep 24, 2009
Entry: A young policeman in town has gathered volunteers each Spring to clean out the ditches and meet together for hot dogs in the spirit of community living.
"Clean up and Green up"
Date: Sep 24, 2009
Entry: A young policeman in town has gathered volunteers each Spring to clean out the ditches and meet together for hot dogs in the spirit of community living.
Painting in the downtown
Date: Sep 24, 2009
Entry: When some stores in town looked in need of care and attention the Arts Council approached three paintstores, Cloverdale, Home Hardware and Irly Bird. They all donated paint and we were able to paint the doors and give the town a facelift.
Painting in the downtown
Date: Sep 24, 2009
Entry: When some stores in town looked in need of care and attention the Arts Council approached three paintstores, Cloverdale, Home Hardware and Irly Bird. They all donated paint and we were able to paint the... more
Qults
Date: Sep 24, 2009
Entry: The bunchgrass quilters create quilts to be given to children in need. The fabric is donated and the quilters use the Arts Council room on Thursday mornings to sew togehter.
Qults
Date: Sep 24, 2009
Entry: The bunchgrass quilters create quilts to be given to children in need. The fabric is donated and the quilters use the Arts Council room on Thursday mornings to sew togehter.
Bridge of Dreams
Date: Sep 24, 2009
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The Bridge of Dreams was the name given to the original train bridge built over the Tulameen River at Princeton by the construction workers. It was built in the spring of 1915 and was the last bridge built on the Kettle Valley Railway. The last spike driven in the famous Kettle Valley Railroad was 200 yards down the Trans Canada Trail at what is now the Roundhouse. What you see here is the placement of one half of the new Bridge of Dreams which will remove the last detour of the Trail in Princeton's section and 94 years later once again complete the Kettle Valley Railbed's Trans Canada Trail.
Bridge of Dreams
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Date: Sep 24, 2009
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The Bridge of Dreams was the name given to the original train bridge built over the Tulameen River at Princeton by the construction workers. It was built in the spring of 1915 and was the last bridge... more
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Riding in Style
Date: Sep 24, 2009
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In a small town like Princeton, being able to keep a Junior "B" Hockey team financially viable takes alot of effort. The Princeton Posse is a community owned team that survives as a result of many people in the community including volunteers, sponsors and ticket holders. When a new group of volunteers took over as the new executive they pinpointed the major cost as transportation. So with the help of the Community Forest Corporation they got a great deal on a bus from Charter Bus Lines and now transportation costs have been greatly reduced and the Posse is riding in style.
Riding in Style
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Date: Sep 24, 2009
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In a small town like Princeton, being able to keep a Junior "B" Hockey team financially viable takes alot of effort. The Princeton Posse is a community owned team that survives as a result of many... more
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