More funding coming for B.C. First Nations admin roles
More than $5.5 million has been distributed to benefit First Nations government administrations in B.C.
Tag: Coldwater
Voght Street bridge expected to be complete by fall 2024
Plans are in place to begin construction on the destroyed Middlesboro Bridge in Merritt in summer of 2024.
Merritt chamber looking to grow business directory
Small businesses looking to get off the ground can benefit greatly from joining Merritt’s Chamber of Commerce.
Fir Road residents ask City to safeguard their homes
Residents of Merritt’s Fir Rd., located in the Collettville neighbourhood, presented a petition to Mayor and council at the regular council meeting of Feb. 8, requesting that the City consider potential ways to reinforce and protect the clay banks of the Coldwater River near their homes.
City of Merritt monitoring river levels
City of Merritt staff are monitoring the latest atmospheric river event that is expected to affect the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Coldwater needs to be dredged
A reader inquires as to how to fix the ongoing problem of flooding within Merritt.
City of Merritt releases Housing Needs Assessment survey
City of Merritt staff are asking anyone with housing issues resulting from the flood to fill out a new survey.
City hopes to update boil water advisory in next few days
“The test results that we’ve had back are all pointing in the right direction, so we’re optimistic that we’ll be able to make moves on that within the next few days,” said Greg Lowis, Information Officer for Merritt’s EOC.
City of Merritt monitoring rise in Coldwater River
Residents are being asked to retrieve their most important documents and items by 3p.m. today, as day access over the coming days will be suspended due to rising river levels and weather risks.
Coldwater Band to receive well-being fund for cultural teaching projects
The Coldwater Indian Band is one of a number of First Nations in the region to receive a grant for developing well-being plans and projects within the community.
NatureKids explore Coldwater River
Research shows that kids become happier, healthier, and more focused when outdoors, according to Nicola Valley NatureKids Co-leader Sarah Desrosiers.
Local bands to see improved internet access
A trio of bands surrounding the Merritt area will soon see improved internet speeds and connectivity.
New wildfire discovered south of Merritt
According to the BC Wildfire Service, a new fire is burning along the Coldwater River, 15kms south of Merritt.
Wildfire sparks up near Coldwater Reserve
It is expected that the fire was human-caused.
Elaborate gingerbread house takes the prize
Roger and Benita Shackelly took home the top prize in December’s holiday gingerbread contest, put on by the Scw’exmx Community Health Services Society.
TMX applies for pipeline route change through Nicola Valley
Trans Mountain has applied to change the route that the TMX pipeline will take through the Nicola Valley.
COVID-19 exposure at Coldwater pub in Merritt
There has been a COVID-19 exposure at the Coldwater Hotel pub.
Province transfers land to Nicola Valley First Nations for economic development
The province officially announced the transfer of 11 hectares of land to Nicola Valley First Nations on Friday, reopening the Merritt Gateway rest stop in a plan to grow the local economy.
Coldwater River watershed in extreme drought condition
The Coldwater River is facing high drought conditions, causing the Province to mark it as Drought Level 4.
Input wanted for Coldwater Hotel exterior makeover
Coldwater Hotel co-owner Carson Wang has some big changes planned for the historic, downtown landmark, but he wants the community’s input first.
