New grant looks to stamp out student hunger in Merritt schools
SD58 has received a six-figure grant to battle food insecurity within schools.
by Laísa Condé | Sep 27, 2023
SD58 has received a six-figure grant to battle food insecurity within schools.
by Jake Courtepatte | Sep 25, 2023
The emergency room at Nicola Valley Hospital will be closed overnight.
by Merritt Herald | Sep 25, 2023
Merritt Movie Experts is closing its doors at the end of this month after almost two decades.
by Jake Courtepatte | Sep 22, 2023
The City of Merritt is still looking to secure funds for a polymer track at Voght Park.
by Laísa Condé | Sep 20, 2023
“This is a tree of prayer now. Anyone can come here even if they’re struggling … or they are having a good day.”
by Laísa Condé | Sep 18, 2023
The Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) is home to over 1,700 students across all its...
by Marius Auer | Sep 18, 2023
Leonard Roberston has been building wooden models of forestry equipment for decades, hand crafting...
by Jake Courtepatte | Sep 15, 2023
The Classic Car Club of America is currently on its Pacific Northwest CARavan trip, and had lunch at The Grand pub and grill on the way from Sun Peaks to Whistler.
by Marius Auer | Sep 14, 2023
“I am happy to have Wyatt back in our gallery to show the art he has been working on,” said Jano Howarth, gallery curator for the NVCAC.
by Merritt Herald | Aug 11, 2023
“I joined the Nicola Valley Arts Council 35 years ago when my three boys were young and I needed to have a creative outlet.”
by Marius Auer | Aug 1, 2023
Growing up around perfectly manicured lawns and impeccably landscaped properties, Arlene Golish of Littlesteps Landscaping has a knack for property maintenance and beautification – and an unwavering commitment to serving the community.
by Merritt Herald | Jul 7, 2023
Pull up your camp chairs, pour your favourite beverage, and stare up at the stars at the BC Overland Rally this month.
by Izaiah Reyes | Feb 24, 2023
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.
by Izaiah Reyes | Feb 22, 2023
Classrooms were completely empty at the Nicola Canford Elementary on Tuesday, February 14, as students, teachers, and staff all assembled at the school’s gymnasium to participate in Earth Rangers’ outreach presentation.
by Izaiah Reyes | Feb 15, 2023
The Circle of Sisters+ women’s conference is a three day event taking place in NVIT, on March 3-5.
by Izaiah Reyes | Feb 15, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | Feb 14, 2023
The Herald sat down with MLA Jackie Tegart, who represents the Nicola Valley as part of the province’s Fraser-Nicola riding. Tegart said her office has been busy with calls about the forestry industry, with constituents voicing their concerns.
by Izaiah Reyes | Feb 14, 2023
For the recreational players who are looking to socialize and have some fun playing the game they love, without all the aches and pains that traditionally comes with the sport, registration for the Merritt Mixer Adult Rec Hockey tournament is still open.
by Izaiah Reyes | Feb 13, 2023
Local resident Jim Madill will once again lend his helping hand to volunteer at this year’s Scotties Tournament of Hearts, set to take place in Kamloops from February 17 to February 26.
by Izaiah Reyes | Feb 10, 2023
The Nicola Valley Women’s Fair: Women Inspiring Women will take place on March 18, at the Civic Centre.