Merritt Speedway busy for first night race of the season
Fans filled the bleachers at the Merritt Speedway in Shulus for the first night race of the season last Saturday (June 3).
Category: Events
JR REPORTER: Panthers place 11th at ultimate frisbee provincial tournament
As the high school year is nearing its end, so are school sports. On the 25th and 26th of May, the Merritt Secondary School’s ultimate frisbee team competed at provincials in Surrey.
Fundraisers supporting flood victim awaiting liver transplant
Those looking to donate towards the Biddlecomes fundraisers can visit gofundme.com/f/everts-liver-transplant, or contact Jennifer at 604-226-1563 for a ticket to the steak dinner fundraiser.
Ready to rodeo: Nicola Valley Rodeo Association makes upgrades to grounds
The Nicola Valley Rodeo Association (NVRA) is saddling up for its next chapter as it announced the completion of major upgrades to its electrical system.
Move to Cure returning to Merritt in support of ALS Society of BC
A local family is once again raising funds and support for the annual Move to Cure campaign by the ALS Society of British Columbia, which supports families affected by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and funds ongoing research for a cure.
Edison Motors to appear at global conference
A local electric logging truck company will soon take the stage at a global conference and electric vehicle show, representing the Nicola Valley and their innovative way of bringing a new idea to life in an old fashioned way.
United Way grants a catalyst for community connection
United Way’s ‘Hi Neighbour’ initiative is meant to be a catalyst for community connection, and the program, led locally by Sarah Molnar, has been just that over the past year.
GALLERY: SD58 ‘Water is Life’ Powwow
The tenth annual School District 58 Powwow took place at Shulus Arbor on Wednesday, May 24.
Keeping Merritt FireSmart a shared responsibility
The fire department are already deep into their wildfire mitigation work, which includes several initiatives that have proven beneficial in the past and one in particular that empowers homeowners to do their part by offsetting some of the costs of FireSmart upgrades.
Long awaited monument honouring Indigenous veterans unveiled
The long anticipated unveiling of a new monument honouring First Nations veterans from the Nicola Valley took place in Shulus last weekend, with hundreds gathering to mark the occasion and pay tribute to those whose sacrifices often went unnoticed and unappreciated.
Merritt’s Sloan to compete at US Open
Merritt’s Roger Sloan will compete in this year’s US Open, set to take place in just two weeks, after shooting a 9-under-132 at last week’s Texas Golf Association US Open Qualifier.
Merritt ball hockey team returns in honour of former player
That sport is the best unifier is once again proven by the Lalli and Kang families of Merritt.
Merritt Speedway opening weekend draws crowds
Things got back in gear after the winter in Shulus this weekend, with the Merritt Speedway once again filled with the sounds and sights of the classic community favourite: race day.
Ladies Volleyfest draws hundreds of competitors
After a successful mixed Volleyfest at the end of March, the Ladies Volleyfest was hosted by the Merritt Volleyball Association (MVA) from April 28-30th. According to organizers, it was a huge success, with 37 teams attending from near and far.
Save on Foods and Western Family to support Nicola Valley Food Bank
Partnering up with Save on Foods, Urban Fare, and PriceSmart Foods, Western Family is bringing back its Share It Forward campaign to raise money for local food banks across western Canada.
Panthers ultimate frisbee team thriving, provincials bound
The Merritt Panthers ultimate frisbee team is doing very well in all of their games so far this year.
Street markets making a return with vendors, live entertainment
When the Merritt & District Chamber of Commerce re-launched the popular Quilchena Street Markets in 2022 after a pandemic pause, residents came out in full force to show their support.
Merritt Secondary hands out annual Governor General’s Award
Wainwright’s family watched on as Dave Andersen, vice principal of MSS, handed her the award and congratulated her on years of hard work.
Chilli Cook Off raises over $1000 for food bank
Earlier this month, chili connoisseurs and amateur chefs alike gathered to compete in the Chili Cook Off, hosted by Lower Nicola’s Nana’s Hitchin’ Post in support of the Nicola Valley Food Bank.
Friends of the Library hosting new community talk
Continuing their series of library based events after the success of the recent Newcomers’ Tea, Merritt’s Friends of the Library will soon host a community conversation with speakers on wildflowers, invasive plants, and composting, as well as an opportunity for open discussion.
