Samaritan’s Purse seeking volunteers to help flood impacted residents
The local chapter of an international disaster recovery organization is looking to connect volunteers with flood impacted residents experiencing barriers in their recovery.
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Merritt Speedway gearing up for season, new offerings
The Merritt Speedway is gearing up for its 2023 season, bringing back high octane dirt track action to fans throughout the spring and summer, along with some new additions to the racing lineup.
Merritt Mountain Biking Association ready for new season
With the weather permitting more and more outdoor activities, mountain bikes cruising local trails and bike parks are a common sight in the Nicola Valley. Preparing for another season on the trails, the Merritt Mountain Biking Association (MMBA) has a number of new initiatives on the go.
Merritt Rotary planting seeds of community connection with new pollinator garden
The Merritt Rotary Club is revamping the former rose garden in its namesake park, looking to attract collaborators, donors, and, most importantly, pollinators.
Merritt Pickleball prepares for outdoor season
Merritt Pickleball is a collection of local players looking to play the beloved sport, connect with their community, and encourage others to join in on the fun tennis/ping pong mix.
‘Unflinching’ community support keeps Centennials ticking
Rusty Brewer is one of the longest serving volunteers of the Merritt Centennials, having been with the team since 1978.
Merritt Snowmobile Club a recipient of 2022 BC trail fund
The Merritt Snowmobile Club (MSC) has received funding to assist in the brushing and clearing of their trail networks on Thynne and Prospect Mountains, just in time for the off season work to begin.
ADRA assists in Merritt cleanup
Volunteers with the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) recently travelled to Merritt to lend a helping hand in areas still struggling to recover from November’s flooding, aiding 21 households during their ten day stay.
Friends and Neighbours: Joan Harkies — Dedicated volunteer
Joan Harkies has been a dedicated volunteer with the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary for 48...
Friends and Neighbours: Betty Doberstein — Recognized for her work as a caring Canadian
Last week, one of Merritt’s own was recognized by the Governor General as a caring Canadian. Betty...
Friends and Neighbours: Kaitlyn Suzuki — Thrift shop volunteer
Kaitlyn Suzuki has been a volunteer with the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary for over six...
Friends and Neighbours: Mariya Johnson — youth lending a hand
Mariya Johnson has been a volunteer with the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary for the past two...
Local man receives national award
Everything longtime Merrittonian Peter Samra does for the community comes from the heart — and, as...
Soup Bowl organizers hand over the reins
Tuesday marked a retirement of sorts for the longtime organizers of Merritt’s Soup Bowl. Pam and...
Prolific Merrittonian suddenly passes away
Long-time Merrittonian and community volunteer Millie Mitchell passed away suddenly on the...
Giving back keeps coffee wagon volunteer coming back
Lois Blair has been a dedicated volunteer for many years with numerous community organizations and...
New Merrittonian hits stride as Thrift Shop volunteer
Kathy Parks has been a member of the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary since 2013. As a newly...
Local volunteer sports several hats for health-care auxiliary
Judy Hughes has been involved with the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary for two years and...
Health care is volunteer’s lifelong work
Betty Doberstein joined the Nicola Valley Health Care Auxiliary in 1981 as the second director on...
CPO volunteer awarded for dedication
On Halloween, Merrittonian Pat Lunzmann received a much different kind of treat than what one...
