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).
by Marius Auer | Jun 9, 2023
Fans filled the bleachers at the Merritt Speedway in Shulus for the first night race of the season last Saturday (June 3).
by Merritt Herald | Jun 8, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | Jun 7, 2023
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.
by Merritt Herald | Jun 6, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | Jun 6, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | Jun 2, 2023
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.
by Merritt Herald | Jun 1, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | Jun 1, 2023
The tenth annual School District 58 Powwow took place at Shulus Arbor on Wednesday, May 24.
by Merritt Herald | May 31, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | May 30, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | May 30, 2023
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.
by Merritt Herald | May 29, 2023
That sport is the best unifier is once again proven by the Lalli and Kang families of Merritt.
by Marius Auer | May 25, 2023
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.
by Merritt Herald | May 23, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | May 23, 2023
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.
by Merritt Herald | May 19, 2023
The Merritt Panthers ultimate frisbee team is doing very well in all of their games so far this year.
by Marius Auer | May 19, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | May 18, 2023
Wainwright’s family watched on as Dave Andersen, vice principal of MSS, handed her the award and congratulated her on years of hard work.
by Marius Auer | May 17, 2023
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.
by Marius Auer | May 17, 2023
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.