Letters: Stopping invasive plants close to home
“Now is the time to take another look for patches of invasive plants that you may have missed earlier in the season.”
Merritt Otters compete after long COVID-19 break
The Merritt Otters dove in to competition once again this past weekend in Kamloops for their regional swim meet.
RCMP seeking missing Kamloops woman last seen in Merritt
The Kamloops RCMP is seeking public assistance in finding a missing woman who was last seen in Merritt on August 4. Prior to being spotted in Merritt, 29 year old Jayde-Lyne Heard was seen entering a motorhome on Seymour Street in Kamloops.
Weather forecast predicts a sustained wildfire season for the rest of the summer
Although there have recently been a few flash thunder storms, British Columbians should still remain alert to the threat of wildfire for the rest of August as conditions remain hot and dry.
The Return of Rockin’ River
Rockin River made its triumphant return after its two-year break due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Centennials to host their annual ‘Hockey School’
The Merritt Centennials will be hosting their annual Hockey School at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena, from August 15 – 18.
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Emergency Support Services introduces E-transfer services
The Province has introduced direct payment for evacuees as part of their upgrades to Emergency Support Services (ESS).
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Indigenous Head Start program to open at NVIT
Thanks to funding secured by Conayt Friendship Society through Aboriginal Head Start Association of BC (AHSABC), a new Aboriginal Head Start program will soon be opening in Merritt at the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT).
Agriculture in the Nicola Valley
To celebrate AgDay in Canada, The Herald has compiled a list of some of the farmers and ranchers who work tirelessly to support agriculture in the Nicola Valley.
Snow biker rescued via chopper on Mt. Thynne
A man on a snow bike was located by helicopter on Sunday, Feb. 6 after being separated from his group on Mt. Thynne south of Merritt, near Brookmere.
Insurance losses in Lytton now estimated at over $100 million
As rebuilding costs continue to rise, there have still not been any building permits issued within the Village of Lytton.
Cents make moves on trade deadline
After sending off the team’s two top scorers in the last few weeks, the Merritt Centennials made a number of other key personnel changes on or around the Jan. 10 BCHL trade deadline.
Nicola Valley Arts Council beautifies Merritt
The Nicola Valley Arts Council (NVAC) is moving ahead with their new mural and beautification project, having received the green light from Merritt City Council at its July 19 regular meeting.
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Emergency Support Services introduces E-transfer services
The Province has introduced direct payment for evacuees as part of their upgrades to Emergency Support Services (ESS).
Sports
Merritt team finishes first season in senior slo-pitch league
The Thompson-Shuswap Senior Slo-pitch League, for the first time, featured a Merritt team consisting of our aged slo-pitch enthusiasts looking to have a great time while getting sweat in.
Merritt Rotary Club hosts golf fundraiser tournament
Members of Merritt’s own Rotary Club, as well as other community members, hit the links at the Merritt Golf and Country Club’s nine-hole course to raise money for the organization’s charitable and community efforts.
Sagebrush Golf Club named top public course in B.C.
A local golf course has been named the top public course in B.C., and the 13th best course in all of Canada.
Merritt local invited to play for National Women’s Softball Championship
Unfortunately for Merrittonian, Alana Pooley, the passion for playing softball at a very high level was still there but with no opportunities coming her way. That is, until an old coach of hers got in touch, asking her to join the Saskatoon Shock in their quest to become National Women’s Fast-pitch Champions.
Community
Merritt Rotary Club receives award from district
The Rotary Club of Merritt received the Rotary District 5060 Superstar Award from their local Rotary District.
TNRD releases nomination packages for upcoming elections
The Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD) has released the nomination packages needed to run for the position of Area Director.
Extreme heat safety tips from BC Lung Foundation
The Herald spoke with the Vice President of Health Initiatives and Program Services at the B.C. Lung Foundation, Dr. Menn Biagtan and discussed what they have learned from last year’s heat dome, the health risks associated with extreme heat and safety tips for the current heat wave the province is experiencing.
Valley Carriers completes slash grinding project
Merritt is contributing to the green goals of Canada as local company, Valley Carriers Ltd., have converted wood waste into electricity.
Sports
LETTERS: Provincial Healthcare
“The Provincial Government who is in charge of the Provincial health care system, must correct the mismanagement and take the under funding battle to another battle field.”
New youth social service centre in Kamloops announced
Foundry Kamloops will serve as another resource for youth in Kamloops and surrounding areas, like Merritt, to address both mental health and substance issues.
LETTERS: ‘Capstone project donations’
“I would like to convey my sincerest gratitude to Stoyoma Dental, Cascade Family Dental, and Dentistry at Merritt for their generous donations to my capstone project.”
LETTERS: Nicola Valley outreach project
“On behalf of St. Michael’s Anglican Church, I would like to thank all those generous donors who made our Nicola Valley Flood Fund outreach project possible.”
Community
Local softball player plays in BC Summer Games
A young local softball player represented the City of Merritt at the BC Summer Games in Prince George recently, bringing home a silver medal after a four win, one loss weekend for his Thompson Okanagan U16 team.
Arts Council hosts ‘Summertime in Spirit Square’
The Nicola Valley Arts Council hosted ‘Summertime in Spirit Square’ on Friday, July 22. The event was a celebration of arts, headlined by a musical performance by the band Atlas.
A successful car show in Central Park
The summer heat was as undeniable as the sounds of classic cars, laughter, and music during the 28th annual ‘Show ‘n Shine,’ hosted by the Nicola Valley Cruisers Car Club Association at Central Park.
2022 Elvis Festival rocks Merritt
Canadian Bluemoon Ventures Ltd. hosted its first Elvis Festival in Merritt this past weekend, at the Nicola Valley Rodeo Association grounds. Festival goers had the pleasure of enjoying a myriad of tributes to the king.
