Sasquatch docu-series shoots episode in the Nicola Valley
A photo journalist creates a docu-series in search of bigfoot, making a stop in the Nicola Valley along the way.
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Merritt Minor Softball invites players to register for 2023 season
The registration deadline for Merritt Minor Softball’s new season is approaching faster than a pitcher could throw, and the association is inviting all young softball players to quickly sign up for the opportunity to join one of the fastest growing sport in Merritt.
Historical Nicola Valley hotel chronicled in posthumous book
A posthumous book is set to release in May, and it discusses the many historic hotels in the Southern Interior of B.C., including one in the Nicola Valley.
Dirt Riders end season with cross country race series
The Nicola Valley Dirt Riders Association ended their 2022 season with outstanding performances from all its members at the Pacific North West Motorcycle Association (PNWMA) Cross-Country Race Series.
Cents lose two straight as season winds down
After a series of tough wide-margin losses, the Merritt Centennials find themselves approaching the end of their season with an 11–27–3–2 record.
Registration opens for Merritt Mixed Slo-Pitch League
The Merritt Mixed Slo-Pitch League recently opened registration for its upcoming season. The league is inviting new players and teams to come join and play once a week throughout the spring and summer time.
Bass Coast announces ‘first wave’ of 2023 festival lineup
Despite the cancellation of a number of B.C. festivals in 2023 due to economic challenges, including Merritt’s Rockin’ River Country Music Festival, another Nicola Valley music festival is moving ahead full force.
Rockin River cancels festival in 2023
A recent announcement by the Rockin River organization stated that it will not proceed with the festival in 2023, leaving Merritt again without it’s beloved summer event.
Tourism Nicola Valley hosts a winter photo contest
A photo contest is being hosted from January 2 to Mar 30, 2023. People are invited to submit photos of them enjoying the many wonderful winter activities the Nicola Valley has to offer.
Bass Coast releases ’12 Days Vol. 6′ album
Though the holiday season had just passed, electronic music festival Bass Coast is still in the spirit of giving. Releasing the sixth volume of their annual compilation album titled ‘12 Days’, the festival will once again donate proceeds to the Nicola Valley and District Food Bank, helping feed the people of Merritt, Bass Coast’s host city.
Cents lose last pair of games to end 2022
The Merritt Centennials ended their year with two consecutive losses, bringing a lackluster end to the 2022 portion of their 50th season.
Community Christmas Dinner returns to Merritt
The Community Christmas Dinner took place on Wednesday, December 14. This marks the return of the annual community event after the fires, floods, and the COVID 19 pandemic.
Teddy bears flew as Cents took on the Capitals
The second night of hockey action in Merritt, Saturday’s Teddy Bear Toss night, saw a shift in momentum for the Merritt Centennials.
MSS Talent Show returns in 2022
Merritt Secondary School is hosting their first talent show since COVID-19! On Friday, December 16, during D block, MSS will be hosting a talent show for all students to attend before winter break.
Local author releases a new Christmas book for families
Local author Bonnie Cowan looks to add to the cheer and good tidings for families in the Nicola Valley, releasing her annual Christmas tale just in time for winter break.
Scw’exmx Child and Family Services shares ’12 Days of Giveaways’
Beginning on Monday, December 5, and running through until Tuesday, December 20, SCFSS will be giving away prizes to one lucky participant each day.
Merritt Transit System offers Christmas Light Tour
The Merritt Transit System’s annual Christmas Light Tour is back this year, rolling through town after a two year hiatus.
MSS plans ‘Blizzard Ball’
The senior leadership class will be working hard this year to put together the Winter Formal dance for all MSS students to attend.
Mystery cowboy discussed during Nicola Valley Museum and Archives’ AGM
Another ongoing project of the NVMA is the organization’s hunt for the identity of a local cowboy that resided in the Nicola Valley nearly 100 years ago.
Highlights from the 2022 Merritt Country Christmas Week
Merritt Country Christmas Week made its glorious return last week, filled with its usual festivities for the whole family.
