Newcomers Tea Party to welcome new Merrittonians
Looking to foster community connections, the Merritt-based Friends of the Library Club (FLC) is hosting a ‘Newcomers Tea Party’ to welcome anyone who has joined the community in the past five years.
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Girl Guides gear up for annual cookie fundraisers
Merrittonians who looked twice when driving past a four foot tall cookie with arms and legs could be forgiven, as the rare species emerges from its winter slumber.
Nicola Valley Women’s Fair makes triumphant return
The second annual Nicola Valley Women’s Fair took place on Saturday (March 18), attracting hundreds of local women and other community members for a day of celebrating, honouring, and recognizing women.
Merritt cadet core looks to boost numbers, increase community engagement
The Royal Canadian Army Cadets Corps 950 have operated in the Nicola Valley for over a century, but the long-serving cadet core has seen a dip in its membership recently.
Nicola Valley Community Arts Council pens new strategic plan
Looking to continue their incredible growth as an organization over the past number of years, the Nicola Valley Community Arts Council (NVCAC) is developing a strategic plan to support arts in the Merritt area.
Girl Guide cookies returning to the Nicola Valley soon
After a long, dark, and cold winter without the delicious treat, the beloved Girl Guide cookie has made its return to B.C.
Mixed reactions from business and housing organizations to new BC budget
The 2023 B.C. budget has been released, and government said it focuses on creating affordable housing, growing a clean economy, providing health and mental-health care, and creating opportunities—especially for those most affected by global inflation—to access help with costs.
Coldest Night of the Year charity walk supporting food bank efforts
Merrittonians will once again head out into the cold this weekend to raise awareness and funds in support of those facing housing and food insecurity, as part of the Nicola Valley Food Bank (NVFB) third annual Coldest Night of the Year charity walk.
Local war veteran commemorated with a plaque displayed in the Merritt Legion
This past January, the foundation has sent a plaque to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 96 in honour of veteran William John Dunnigan.
Food Bank and Save on Foods to host upcoming ‘Fill the Freezer’
The Nicola Valley and District Food Bank are partnering up with a local grocery store to collect donations of frozen goods amidst an unexpected downturn in donations, coupled with an increase in the food bank’s client base.
The War Amps open key tag mailing to Merritt
To kick off 2023, The War Amps begins its key tag mailing to Merritt and surrounding area.
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.
NVCAC’s upcoming plans for the year 2023
The Herald reached out to Curator Jano Howarth, to discuss what they have planned for the upcoming year. She, along with and Guest Curator Barbara Sayles, have answered the following questions:
Canadian Blood Services calling for blood donations
Canadian Blood Services (CBS) is asking those eligible to consider donating plasma or blood, as national inventories of the red stuff dwindle amongst treacherous winter conditions.
TNRL launches ukulele lending program
Merrittonians looking to get musical need not look any further than the Thompson Nicola Regional Library’s (TNRL) ukulele lending program.
MADD’s Project Red Ribbon campaign
With the holiday season wrapping up and New Year’s celebrations approaching quickly, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) are urging drivers to make a commitment to always driving sober.
ICS’ snow removal program
Seniors in the community are benefiting from a snow removal service, operated by Interior Community Services (ICS) through United Way, amidst a cold snap that has seen plenty of snowfall.
Nicola Valley Food Bank receives multiple donations
The jolly man in the red suit, Saint Nick himself, along with employees of a local pipeline contractor donated hundreds of toys and thousands of dollars to the Nicola Valley and District Food Bank’s Christmas hamper program.
Smile Cookies proceeds donated to the local food bank
On, Tuesday, December 6, Tim Hortons Merritt presented a cheque to the Nicola Valley Food Bank for the proceeds of their Smile Cookie sales this past September.
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.
