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A Rich History
Date: Aug 19, 2009
Entry: We are a community rich in history. Specifically, a history in mining. Back in 1884 ore was discovered in the area and, as a result, mining was begun. In the years leading up to 1996 copper prices rose and fell and the mine was sold, rebought, sold, re-named and eventually closed. But! It's a new time. And 2011 is our year for renewal. Our copper mine is starting up once again - a huge boost for Princeton's folks and economy. Watch us grow!!!
A Rich History
Date: Aug 19, 2009
Entry: We are a community rich in history. Specifically, a history in mining. Back in 1884 ore was discovered in the area and, as a result, mining was begun. In the years leading up to 1996 copper prices rose... more
Arena Goes Green
Date: Aug 19, 2009
Entry: With antiquated transformers and maxed-out electrical the Princeton Arena was in dire need of some updates. The Town Council decided updates were not good enough and unanimously voted to replace the old system with new energy efficient electrical equipment inside and out. The energy savings should be about 30% instantly and while the replacement costs were much higher Power Smart grants and Gas Tax Credit money are off-setting the price and making Princeton a greener place to live. Their decision came just in time. Friday afternoon one of the transformers did fail, but with the equipment in the final stages of hook-up, it was an easy job for Fortis to finish. The ice is now in and the new equipment is keeping the ice cold and the arena running smoother than ever.
Arena Goes Green
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Date: Aug 19, 2009
Entry: With antiquated transformers and maxed-out electrical the Princeton Arena was in dire need of some updates. The Town Council decided updates were not good enough and unanimously voted to replace the old... more
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Music of the heart
Date: Aug 18, 2009
Entry: Princeton residents love their music. They have held all kinds of musical events this past year each unique and wonderful in their own way. For the second year in a row, Princeton is hosting the Princeton Traditional Music Festival. From fiddle tunes to Celtic tunes, the free of charge weekend is jammed packed full of entertainment. This three day musical celebration is sure to lighten the hearts and fill the spirits of all who attend.
Music of the heart
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Date: Aug 18, 2009
Entry: Princeton residents love their music. They have held all kinds of musical events this past year each unique and wonderful in their own way. For the second year in a row, Princeton is hosting the Princeton... more
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Garden of Eden
Date: Aug 18, 2009
Entry: One resident's love of nature has turned her green thumb into a Garden of Eden. With over 600 bedding plants added into her garden, she has a mass of flowers many come to enjoy. She takes gardening to a whole new level.
Garden of Eden
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Date: Aug 18, 2009
Entry: One resident's love of nature has turned her green thumb into a Garden of Eden. With over 600 bedding plants added into her garden, she has a mass of flowers many come to enjoy. She takes gardening to... more
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Rotary lends helping hand
Date: Aug 18, 2009
Entry: After the Princeton Rotary Club invited John Allison School Community Garden Club to give a presentation at one of their weekly luncheons, JASCGC Treasurer gave the Rotarians a passionate summary of the volunteers that built a garden through hard work. The club's positive efforts to bring a community together and teach the young Kindergarten to Grade 3 students by doing touched the Rotarians. By the end of her presentation they too believed the community garden was a project worth supporting. She and local building supply owner, were the first to step forward giving the club all the materials for their garden shed free of charge. Then, the Rotary club presented her with a cheque in the amount of $1500 to use as the JASCGC committee decides. The funding will help with one of the many projects on the community garden clubs wish list.
Rotary lends helping hand
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Date: Aug 18, 2009
Entry: After the Princeton Rotary Club invited John Allison School Community Garden Club to give a presentation at one of their weekly luncheons, JASCGC Treasurer gave the Rotarians a passionate summary of the... more
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Fighting weeds with nature
Date: Aug 18, 2009
Entry: Like all communities weeds are a problem. Town workers are continually fighting them. Rural land owners are continually fighting them and many government industries are also fighting the fight. Invasive weeds have been the subject of much discussion over the years. Chemical warfare on plants used to be the norm, but as communities are becoming more aware of the negative effects pesticides have on birds and animals they are looking for more environmentally friendly alternatives. The Regional District's Invasive Weed Coordinator, has been instrumental in helping Princeton residents with these alternatives. Last year she received permission from a landowner, to start a pilot beetle propagation project on his 145 acre meadow. The site is hoping to yield a large quantity of predator beetles to annihilate the Houndstongue weed from around Princeton. This invasive weed has small burrs that are easily transferred onto animals and clothing. Our Regional Director, is working with the Invasive Weed Coordinator to expand community involvement in these green weed fighting alternatives. He is hopeful that a unified program with utility companies, government Ministries, rural landowners and the Town of Princeton will help eradicate some of the weeds that are taking over land masses. It is an initiative well worth the effort and one that is getting a lot of community support.
Fighting weeds with nature
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Date: Aug 18, 2009
Entry: Like all communities weeds are a problem. Town workers are continually fighting them. Rural land owners are continually fighting them and many government industries are also fighting the fight. Invasive... more
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In memory
Date: Aug 17, 2009
Entry: No one expects a healthy young man to die without warning. When it happens, shock waves are sent through a community. Such was the case when a young man passed away suddenly more than a decade ago. He was a well liked athlete. His family called him a gym rat. He was often seen with a basketball in his hands. His friends did not want him to be forgotten. They raised over $12,000 to start up a Memorial Basketball Camp in his honour. This year was the 12th year the free of charge basketball camp has been running in the community. Most of the original money is still in the account and the Town of Princeton hopes to continue the basketball camp for many more years to come.
In memory
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Date: Aug 17, 2009
Entry: No one expects a healthy young man to die without warning. When it happens, shock waves are sent through a community. Such was the case when a young man passed away suddenly more than a decade ago. ... more
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Vegetable Gardens In Princeton, B.C.
Date: Aug 15, 2009
Entry: We have a weekly column in one of our local newspapers written by a very knowledgeable person on the subject; the joys and the health benefits of growing one's own vegetable garden. It is full of helpful hints, etc, Truly encouragement for a healthy lifestyle.
Vegetable Gardens In Princeton, B.C.
Date: Aug 15, 2009
Entry: We have a weekly column in one of our local newspapers written by a very knowledgeable person on the subject; the joys and the health benefits of growing one's own vegetable garden. It is full of helpful... more
Princeton - No Treading Water!
Date: Aug 11, 2009
Entry: We are a great community and a trend setter when it comes to not only weathering the present "recession" but moving onward and upward. We are presently completing our "new Town Square", building a new Library, creating a new facility for our excellent Museum and developing a "State of the Art Industrial Park" In two short years we will also have an operating mine creating many opportunities for our younger citizens. We are blessed with forward thinking citizens in all areas making this a community with an abundance of opportunities for a healthy lifestyle and very positive community spirit.
Princeton - No Treading Water!
Date: Aug 11, 2009
Entry: We are a great community and a trend setter when it comes to not only weathering the present "recession" but moving onward and upward. We are presently completing our "new Town Square", building a new... more
Princeton B.C........ The Best Place in Canada
Date: Aug 11, 2009
Entry: Born and raised here and always have been so proud of my home town. Due to type of employment had to leave. Came back to retire for all the reasons given by the other participants and more. Having lived in communities from Haida Gwaii (Queen Charlottes), Alaska Panhandle, Ont. and Nfld/Lab, there is no place like Princeton and it's citizens. The spirit of the people living here is and always has been amazing.
Princeton B.C........ The Best Place in Canada
Date: Aug 11, 2009
Entry: Born and raised here and always have been so proud of my home town. Due to type of employment had to leave. Came back to retire for all the reasons given by the other participants and more. Having lived... more
Family Fun Days
Date: Aug 10, 2009
Entry: The Otter Valley Fish and Game club are all about family. Whether they are out cleaning the shorelines of a lake, holding a fishing derby or hosting a banquet of wild dishes, they always include the public. Recently the club held a family fun day with a balloon precision game, zip lines, an obstacle course, duck shoot or tug-o-war. The end result is always to spend quality time together as a family.
Family Fun Days
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Date: Aug 10, 2009
Entry: The Otter Valley Fish and Game club are all about family. Whether they are out cleaning the shorelines of a lake, holding a fishing derby or hosting a banquet of wild dishes, they always include the public.... more
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Breast Friends
Date: Aug 10, 2009
Entry: When a group of people unite, it seems that no goal is too small. Ms. Y and Ms. T joined together to walk in the Weekend to end Breast Cancer a few years ago and now have an entourage. Others have joined forces with team Breast Friends and they can be seen at many a local event fundraising. The Team is gearing up for this years 60 km walk and hoping to raise a lot more money to put an end to cancer. Healthy women helping other women stay healthy is a selfless fight worth fighting.
Breast Friends
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Date: Aug 10, 2009
Entry: When a group of people unite, it seems that no goal is too small. Ms. Y and Ms. T joined together to walk in the Weekend to end Breast Cancer a few years ago and now have an entourage. Others have joined... more
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Ultraman Canada is for the Ultra fit
Date: Aug 10, 2009
Entry: It takes an amazing person to be able to go non-stop for 12 hours straight for 3 days. Ultraman Canada is an endurance challenge for the elite athletes. Each day the athletes have 12 hours to complete their daily task. Day 1 the athletes swim for 10 kms from Penticton to Okanagan Falls and then cycle from Okanagan Falls around through Oliver and Osoyoos on a loop over the ominous Richter Pass and back around to Okanagan Falls. Exhausted yet? Day 2 the athletes get on their bikes again for a 273.5 km bike ride from Penticton to Princeton. Massage therapists are there at the end of each day to take away some of the aches and pains and soothe sore muscles. Day 3 the super human super heroes run not one, but two full marathons for a total of 84.4 kms. THe three day Ultraman competition challenges the athletes minds and bodies to the max. Supporters are there to keep them healthy and sane along the way. Princeton proudly supports Ultraman Canada and all the amazing international athletes who prove to our children that anything is possible if you put your mind to it. The 512.6 km journey the Ultraman athletes endure is not only amazing it is inspirational.
Ultraman Canada is for the Ultra fit
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Date: Aug 10, 2009
Entry: It takes an amazing person to be able to go non-stop for 12 hours straight for 3 days. Ultraman Canada is an endurance challenge for the elite athletes. Each day the athletes have 12 hours to complete... more
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Tulameen Daze
Date: Aug 10, 2009
Entry: Tulameen is as much a part of Princeton as is any small community on the outskirts of a rural town. While it is just a short drive out to Otter Lake and the children there share the same schools as the Princeton kids do, rural Tulameen likes to have some uniquely Tulameen events. Tulameen Daze is always held on the August long weekend and has something for everyone. There is a parade, a Slowpitch Tournament, a cake walk, raffle prizes, a Beach Volleyball tournament and so much more to see and do at the yearly event. There is always a big draw of Princetonites on the scene to partake in all the fun. Young and old Tulameen Daze has fun sports and activities that keep the locals and visitors busy all weekend long.
Tulameen Daze
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Date: Aug 10, 2009
Entry: Tulameen is as much a part of Princeton as is any small community on the outskirts of a rural town. While it is just a short drive out to Otter Lake and the children there share the same schools as the... more
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Healthy Living and Community Spirit
Date: Aug 9, 2009
Entry: Princeton is full of Community Spirit and we have everything one could want for a healthy lifestyle, some of which are; a swimming pool, an arena, curling rink, skiing, snowmobiling, walking paths, tennis court, horse racing, drama, fine arts,clean waters for fishing & picnicing, and Princeton promotes healthy eating with the Healthy Harvest Box program which is put on by volunteers. There's much more, just visit Princeton's website or stop in to the friendly Chamber of Commerce for more information. Also Princeton has a mayor who is second to none for a healthy community. He fought hard to keep our hospital and is continuing his efforts at recruiting doctors. He does everything possible to promote healthy living and community spirit. Almost every organization has a strong group of volunteers which is the backbone to their success. Princeton is filled with helpful people and healthy lifestyles.
Healthy Living and Community Spirit
Date: Aug 9, 2009
Entry: Princeton is full of Community Spirit and we have everything one could want for a healthy lifestyle, some of which are; a swimming pool, an arena, curling rink, skiing, snowmobiling, walking paths, tennis... more
Safe Homes Movie Premiere
Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: Princeton's filmmakers, Red Rock Production, presented their movie,"Community Heroes-From the Front Lines" to the public in June 2009. The movie described the effectiveness of the other community agencies that support the Cindy Parolin Safe Homes Program. This program was developed to assist women in abusive relations in remote rural areas. It is our hope that other rural communities would use this information to support their existing programs or to adopt the Princeton model.
Fifty people from our community contributed to the making of this movie. Thank you to everybody!
Safe Homes Movie Premiere
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Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: Princeton's filmmakers, Red Rock Production, presented their movie,"Community Heroes-From the Front Lines" to the public in June 2009. The movie described the effectiveness of the other community agencies... more
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Gardening Lessons
Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: One of our many Gardening Angels, gave planting lessons to our primary classes. After preparing the beds and planning our garden design, each class planted seeds and seedlings. Thank you for helping our children with the planting project.
Gardening Lessons
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Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: One of our many Gardening Angels, gave planting lessons to our primary classes. After preparing the beds and planning our garden design, each class planted seeds and seedlings. Thank you for helping our... more
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Taking Flight - Our School Ceramic Mural
Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: Our 150 piece clay tile mural was successfully mounted onto the hallway of John Allison Elementary by Mr. D, district maintenance. All members of our school including (kindergarten to grade three) students, teachers and support workers each produced a tile on the theme of 'wings and flight.' Mr. L helped by kiln firing the clay pieces and later mounted them onto prepared boards.
Taking Flight - Our School Ceramic Mural
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Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: Our 150 piece clay tile mural was successfully mounted onto the hallway of John Allison Elementary by Mr. D, district maintenance. All members of our school including (kindergarten to grade three) students,... more
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Princeton Adult and Junior Badminton Club
Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: The Princeton Badminton Club ended the 08-09 season with a spirited tournament between the members.
The Princeton Badminton Club has been active since the early 1980's at the old Princeton Secondary School. Retired members remember the high level of competition in the early years. We currently play on Monday evenings at Princeton Secondary School gym during the school year with adult and students at all skill levels. Badminton is an active and energizing fall to spring sport. New members and drop-in visitors are welcome.
Princeton Adult and Junior Badminton Club
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Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: The Princeton Badminton Club ended the 08-09 season with a spirited tournament between the members.
The Princeton Badminton Club has been active since the early 1980's at the old Princeton Secondary... more
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JA School Community Garden News
Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: 110 primary students from John Allison Elementary worked with their Gardening Angels to raise money for building their garden by selling repackaged vegetable and flower seeds. Everyone drew pictures of plants on envelopes and counted the required number of seeds for each package. Classes used their math skills in the seed counting part of the project.
JA School Community Garden News
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Date: Aug 8, 2009
Entry: 110 primary students from John Allison Elementary worked with their Gardening Angels to raise money for building their garden by selling repackaged vegetable and flower seeds. Everyone drew pictures of... more
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Volunteers
Date: Aug 5, 2009
Entry: There's GOLD in them there volunteers! Yes! We are a small town with some very BIG hearts when it comes to volunteering. Whether it be in roadside cleanup once a year, guiding traffic at the airport during events, taking someone to a doctor's appointment, managing the Hospital Auxiliary Thrift store - to so many, and too many to mention.... thank you Princeton volunteers for all you do for our community.
Volunteers
Date: Aug 5, 2009
Entry: There's GOLD in them there volunteers! Yes! We are a small town with some very BIG hearts when it comes to volunteering. Whether it be in roadside cleanup once a year, guiding traffic at the airport... more
Special Athletes
Date: Aug 5, 2009
Entry: We are honored and blessed to have a group of special needs athletes in Princeton. They recently competed in the Special Olympics in Abbotsford in boche ball and WON! Congratulations to all - we're so proud of you!
Special Athletes
Date: Aug 5, 2009
Entry: We are honored and blessed to have a group of special needs athletes in Princeton. They recently competed in the Special Olympics in Abbotsford in boche ball and WON! Congratulations to all - we're so... more
Wonderful people
Date: Aug 5, 2009
Entry: One of our teacher's bought his ENTIRE class laptop computers to use for the entire year! This purchase came from his personal funds and was a wonderful surprise to everyone. The dedication of our teachers cannot be surpassed but this particular teacher certainly went far and beyond the norm. We cannot thank him enough.
Wonderful people
Date: Aug 5, 2009
Entry: One of our teacher's bought his ENTIRE class laptop computers to use for the entire year! This purchase came from his personal funds and was a wonderful surprise to everyone. The dedication of our teachers... more
Our dump
Date: Aug 4, 2009
Entry: Princeton must have the tidiest garbage dump in British Columbia if not in all of Canada! The site us used to dispose of our garbage, of course, but we also have an incredible re-cycle site on the property. Affectionately known as the "Princeton Mall", our re-cycle site includes not just recyclable items but other items that we no longer want and take to the dump which others can purchase for a very low (almost free) price....quite fun to browse around the mall.
Our dump
Date: Aug 4, 2009
Entry: Princeton must have the tidiest garbage dump in British Columbia if not in all of Canada! The site us used to dispose of our garbage, of course, but we also have an incredible re-cycle site on the property.... more
Thrift
Date: Aug 4, 2009
Entry: Our local Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop and Crisis Assistance thrift shop are the greatest in helping us get rid of our unneeded clothing and household items and allow any resident or visitor to town to re-cycle by purchasing at a VERY economical cost clothing, books, household goods, and any other item you don't need any longer but others would appreciate.
Thrift
Date: Aug 4, 2009
Entry: Our local Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop and Crisis Assistance thrift shop are the greatest in helping us get rid of our unneeded clothing and household items and allow any resident or visitor to town... more
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