‘Friends’ support local library
The Friends of the Library group checks all the boxes for anyone who wants to volunteer, but is not available for a big commitment.
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Nicola Valley Search and Rescue a true community effort
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are the first ones we think of when in crisis. They then often turn towards the skilled group of volunteers that make up the Nicola Valley Search and Rescue (NVASR) to assist them in their mission.
Junior Reporter: National Volunteer Week approaching
Volunteer week in the Merritt Herald is an important moment to highlight and appreciate all of the dedicated organizations and people who work effortlessly to help others in our community.
Local mother donates time and efforts to the community
From Christmas dinners to photoshoots, from free dance lessons to fundraisers. Vanessa van Rensburg has been a very busy woman and although a life full of volunteer work might be daunting for some, to her it is simply natural.
VOLUNTEER WEEK: Volunteering is good for the soul, says food bank volunteer
“I enjoy feeding people, really it doesn’t get more basic than that. It fills your heart to see people go away with a smile on their face knowing that they’re going to have a meal today.”
VOLUNTEER WEEK: Volunteers on patrol for the community
Doug and Roger are two community volunteers who are active in Merritt’s Citizens on Patrol (COP), a community-based crime prevention program that operates in co-operation with local law enforcement and Community Policing.
VOLUNTEER WEEK: Retiree keen on beautifying Merritt through trash pick up
Ian Ward is doing his part to keep Merritt tidy and presentable by spending his days picking up trash in unsightly areas, from the downtown core to ‘Gasoline Alley’ at the top of Voght St.
Joyce Perrie’s lasting legacy
by Dara Hill After 72 years, Joyce Perrie passed away in February. Her legacy, however,...
