Author Archives: PMurphy

Wake up and smell the Summerland Orchards! You’re in a different place now.

Posted on September 3, 2010 by PMurphy

Summerland this time of year is incredible!  Leave the car keys on the counter and get downtown!  This is the perfect season to sit outside at one of our excellent delis/bistros/coffee shops, then go for a bike ride along a … Continue reading →

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Beautiful home with views out over Prairie Valley from Deer Ridge

Posted on September 2, 2010 by PMurphy

This spacious 5bed plus den home offers space, privacy and the beautiful views across Prairie Valley to Conkle Mountain. The back yard is private and quiet, featuring hot tub area off masterbedroom plus a very comfortable firepit area off the … Continue reading →

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The letters to editor in a small town get more hilarious with every sorry try!

Posted on August 31, 2010 by PMurphy

Today’s comedy features an appearance by the another letter writing “DITHER” meister!  Honestly, this letter goes down as a true classic… Today’s letter is almost up there with the one a few years back where Mr Waterman “helped” Frank Martens … Continue reading →

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THIS guy’s article is worth the read if you care even a bit about Summerland’s economic future.

Posted on August 28, 2010 by PMurphy

http://www.summerlandchamber.com/newsletters/aug27/culinary/index.html

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WORD OF THE DAY: DITHER.

Posted on August 26, 2010 by PMurphy

DEFINITION: A trembling state of flustered excitement or fear. Synonyms include: babble, confusion, flap, fluster, panic, clamor, uproar, big scene, big stink, disquiet, hubbub, tumult, fuss, upheaval, turbulence. Do those words not remind you of some faded political efforts from … Continue reading →

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Summerland Girl! sccracing.com

Posted on August 26, 2010 by PMurphy

Summerland is so proud of our soccer stars, hockey players, show jumpers, Olympians, Miss Canada’s, and now, our RACE CAR DRIVER!  check out the video on Sarah’s new website, you will be impressed! (PS see if you recognize her Dad … Continue reading →

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Ok, remember the media screaming about the pending “interest rates are going higher”? Serious, remember how nervous that made you?

Posted on August 20, 2010 by PMurphy

Well, obviously, the rates WILL rise, at some point…but certainly not right now…as I have said for the last 12 months, the economy is WAY to weak for Canadian interest rates to rise with any significance.    Today, the financial post … Continue reading →

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Puncture Vine Wreaking Havoc in Area…sorry, but COME ON…alarmist

Posted on August 19, 2010 by PMurphy

or what?  After that attention grabbing headline…inside the article is the following: “…impacted our region’s tourism industry”… “…having an economic impact on our agricultural industry…” but then, here’s the reality “…isolated patches in Penticton, Summerland, Kelowna and as far north … Continue reading →

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Summerland Life

Posted on August 12, 2010 by PMurphy

You can be glad you live in small town Summerland.  Our small town offers a fun, easygoing lifestyle inspired by natural beauty, sandy beaches and green orchards that sprouted long before cars, television and the internet. Summerland still offers a … Continue reading →

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HUGE CAR SHOW SLATED FOR SUMMERLAND, free! Street Dance included!

Posted on August 9, 2010 by PMurphy

Once again RE/MAX Orchard Country is proud to be a sponsor of the 2010 Endless Summer Show & Shine Car Show. Main Street in Summerland Saturday September 11. Car enthusiasts from all over Western Canada will be showing and shining … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Rancher with finished basement in one of Summerland’s finest cul de sacs.

Posted on August 7, 2010 by PMurphy

This home is priced to sell, with very flexible possession. All set in a private location with excellent RV/toy parking area off lane.  Private patio area for morning coffee off the master, private back yard is fully fenced and double … Continue reading →

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27 second real estate update…good reading, even if you read slow!

Posted on August 7, 2010 by PMurphy

Ten best Cities to invest in Real Estate, RIGHT NOW, as rated by The Financial Post via the Real Estate Investment Network, a national investment group.  No real surprise, but DO NOT MISS THIS: 4 of the top 5 cities … Continue reading →

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SPROUTS, SPROUTS & SURPRISINGLY, NO ONE STOMPING ON THEM!!!

Posted on August 2, 2010 by PMurphy

So many positive signs this weekend that are kinda new or rare in the economics of Summerland… First off, Congrats to the Chamber, Summerland’s business voice! The Chamber ran an aggressive, action oriented promotional campaign that had very strong participation … Continue reading →

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IRONIC Summerland tidbit of the day…

Posted on July 28, 2010 by PMurphy

Call the Cops…Referendums Imagine a smart growth anti car proponent hopping in their car to drive to Penticton to “help” someone deliver a request for an RCMP investigation because there is no longer a detachment here! How ironic would that … Continue reading →

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Sad, Sad News in Summerland

Posted on July 24, 2010 by PMurphy

http://www.bclocalnews.com/news/99121374.html Very sad to learn the sudden death of Bela Blystone in that accident.  To me, Bela was a soccer Mom to Ryan, and a smiling face in Summerland.  I know Bela touched a lot of people.  This is a … Continue reading →

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Are these guys coming to Summerland’s RTG EVENT?

Posted on July 23, 2010 by PMurphy

These BC Longboarders are nuts! Have a look at their video that is a huge hit on YOU TUBE. http://www.vancouversun.com/sports/Vancouver+longboarder+films+breakneck+ride+down+Zealand+highway/3310406/story.html

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Photo Contest by Rayne Longboard, RTG focus on Summerland August long weekend

Posted on July 22, 2010 by PMurphy

Submit your Giants Head Photos of previous events for this photo contest…focus on Summerland with this exciting event coming to our town once again. http://ridethegiant.ca/ And check out the entire Summerland long weekend info at http://www.summerlandchamber.com/newsletters/jul16/marketing/index.html

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Summerland Real Estate Market Update…30 second read, with attitude!

Posted on July 21, 2010 by PMurphy

HOUSING 96 SOLD properties in Summerland, 12 in the last 30 days Lowest sale price: $190,000 for a modular on leased land (funny enough listed by yours truly) Highest sale price: $1,900,000 for Trout Creek waterfront home built in 2005 … Continue reading →

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Dangerous person of interest to RCMP listed as living in Summerland in missing couple case MUST NOT be approached…

Posted on July 17, 2010 by PMurphy

Vancouver Sun – article Just a heads up that if u see this guy…STAY AWAY AND CALL THE POLICE.  This is a REAL reason for a Summerlander to call the police.

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More and more sports tourism awareness for the Okanagan…where/when does Li’l Ole S’land ever begin to fit in?

Posted on July 12, 2010 by PMurphy

Edmonton Journal – Bicycle touring in the Okanagan

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