Hospice to Vernon council race candidate dies

A week after leaving hospice to go to city hall to declare his candidacy, David Hesketh has died.

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      Obituaries

      Beryl Rook

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      Sep 17th, 2018

      Erdman Klassen

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      Allan Arthur Grams

      Sep 14th, 2018

      Gary Choma

      Sep 14th, 2018

      Lesley Margaret “Jim” Schweb

      Sep 14th, 2018

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              As negotiations carry on between striking workers and Gateway Casino, we want to hear what you think. Take our poll and let us know your thoughts on this issue.


              Workers have been striking Gateway Casino’s four Okanagan locations since June 29, demanding wage increases for union workers. This has been a sticking point for both sides, the strike action now in its 11th week.

              Related: Okanagan casino workers on their 10th week of strike action

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