NVIT awards over $120,000 to students
Over $120,000 in entrance awards, bursaries, and scholarships were handed out by the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology to students at the beginning of this term.
A new streetwear clothing store opens in Merritt
A new clothing store has opened up in Merritt, serving people with good quality streetwear brands which they would have to otherwise order online or drive to either Kamloops or Kelowna to buy.
Merritt Community Policing Office hosts another ‘Coffee with a Cop’
A number of concerned and curious locals attended the second Coffee with a Cop event, sharing their community safety concerns and casually chatting with members of the Merritt RCMP.
Council candidate addresses registered sex offender record
A candidate seeking a spot on Merritt City Council is hoping that voters will look past his status as a registered sex offender, maintaing his innocence of the crime and asking Merrittonians for their support.
73’-74’ Cents team reunite during season opener
The Herald spoke with then team captain, Darrell Zelinski to talk get his thoughts on this reunion and on the Cents turning 50.
RCMP looks for missing person last seen near Merritt
The Merritt RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman last seen near Merritt.
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Food Bank holds Annual General Meeting
The Nicola Valley and District Food Bank is gearing up for another busy season of supporting the community’s wellbeing following its annual general meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, September 21.
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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.
Highlights from the 2022 Terry Fox Run in Merritt
Over 100 Merrittonians gathered to participate in the annual Terry Fox Run, marking the annual act of charity in a new location.
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Latest
Food Bank holds Annual General Meeting
The Nicola Valley and District Food Bank is gearing up for another busy season of supporting the community’s wellbeing following its annual general meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, September 21.
Sports
Local runner stars in short documentary film
Darius Sam is making the Nicola Valley proud once more with another achievement, but this time it is in the arts rather than athletics. Sam stars in a short independent film about the journey of his second attempt at completing his 100-mile run, giving a new meaning to finish lines.
Castilou inducted to the BC Cowboy Hall of Fame
Merritt’s own Henry Castilou, affectionately known as “the cowboy judge,” has been posthumously inducted into the BC Cowboy Hall of Fame.
Olympic skaters run seminar in the Nicola Valley
Olympic skaters, Kirsten Moore-Towers and Michael Marinaro ran their skating seminar for kids and coaches on Sunday, September 18.
Merritt twins perform at the Pacific Cup
When they tried a kayaking skills camp last year, twins Gwen and Charlie Storry were only looking for a summer activity. What they did not realize was how the sport would resonate with them.
Community
Get to know the candidates: Mike Goetz
The Herald sent out some questions to the four candidates running for Mayor: Mike Bhangu, Tony Luck, Mike Goetz, and Linda Brown.
Murray Church to reopen soon
After 143 years of service, a devastating arson fire, a community fundraising effort that gained worldwide attention, and a lengthy construction period, the Murray Church is back and ready to open its doors.
Province releases July drug toxicity report
The province is currently going through another public health emergency in the toxic drug crisis, which has again resulted in a record high number of deaths for the seventh straight calendar month.
Merritt Fire Rescue seeking paid on-call firefighters
The Merritt Fire and Rescue Department (MFRD) is searching for more paid on-call firefighters to join the department, offering a variety of benefits ranging from a positive social environment to possible career advancement opportunities.
Sports
Locals develop electric logging trucks
Two Merritt locals are going full speed ahead on their electric logging truck idea, with truck driver Chace Barber and power system engineer Eric Little teaming up to bring a new idea to life in an old-school way.
Get to know the candidates: Mike Bhangu
The Herald sent out some questions to the four candidates running for Mayor: Mike Bhangu, Tony Luck, Mike Goetz, and Linda Brown.
LETTERS: 4-H Club joins Fall Fair
Our 4-H Club will be a part of this year’s Fall Fair, happening September 3 and 4 at the Fall Fair grounds.
LETTERS: Moving on to the Northwest Territories
“As the 2021/2022 school year ended, I did not have the opportunity to thank and share with the students, staff and families of SD58 that I have transitioned to a new role as Superintendent/CEO of the YK1 School District in Yellowknife.”
Community
Gallery: Sr. Girls ‘Air Attack’ Volleyball Tournament
The Sr. Girls Air Attack Volley Ball Tournament took place from September 16 -17. Sixteen teams, from across B.C. competed at the two day tournament.
Garlic Festival coming back to Lower Nicola
The Lower Nicola Community Association is looking to spice things up once again, with the organization bringing back its annual Lower Nicola Garlic Festival event.
Merritt Centennials start their pre-season campaign
The Merritt Centennials have began playing their pre-season games, leading to the start of the official season on September 23.
Gallery: 2022 Nicola Valley Fall Fair
Merrittonians and visiting Pro Rodeo attendees once again had the opportunity to visit the Merritt Exhibition Grounds for the annual Nicola Valley Fall Fair this Labour Day weekend, with organizers bringing back the beloved annual event after a COVID-19 induced two year hiatus.
