In the early hours of Jan. 8, a fire started in the attached garage of the home on Pine Road in 70 Mile House.
The 70 Mile House Volunteer Fire Department (70MHVFD) attended and found the garage fully involved. Firefighters poured water on the garage and house, but they were unable to save the house. However, they saved some outbuildings and equipment.
Unfortunately, Bill and Jenny Neufeld did not have insurance. They are longtime residents of the area. Bill is an avid gardener and always had produce available, particularly potatoes.
A benefit dinner and dance will be held Feb. 16 at the 70 Mile Community Hall. Tickets are $15 and are available at many locations in 70 Mile House.
Area loses longtime resident
Robert Glover, a longtime resident of 70 Mile House, passed away at home on Dec. 29.
Bob was involved in fire protection, and was responsible for issuing burning permits in the 1980s and ‘90s. He and several other residents attempted to organize a fire department but were unable to do so.
There will be a celebration of life in the spring when the weather is warmer. More information will be available later.
Poker tournament
The 70 MHVFD held a poker tournament at the 70 Mile Community Hall on Jan. 12.
There were 22 players and the winners were: first, Len Burwell; second, Ken Freed; third, Les Voth; fourth, Ray Olsen, and fifth Wayne Best.
The next tournament will be held Feb. 9 at the community hall. Doors open at noon and play starts at 1 p.m.
To register, call Vic at 250-456-2321.
Bingo
The next 70MHVFD bingo will be held Jan. 24 at the Seventy Mile Access Centre. Doors open at 6 p.m. and play starts at 7. The loonie pot is $55 and the g-ball pot is $115. For more information, call Vic at 250-456-2321.
Firefighters meet
The 70MHVFD will hold a general meeting on Jan. 27 at the fire hall on Willow Road at 10 a.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Bookmobile
The Thompson-Nicola bookmobile will be in the area on Jan. 31.
It will be at the South Green Lake Fire Hall from 10 to 11 a.m., and at the 70 Mile General Store from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.