Nature’s doppelgängers: invasive species versus their native counterparts
While some invasive plants are distinctive and easy to recognize, others can be hard to distinguish from local native species, especially at a distance.
by Merritt Herald | Jul 6, 2023
While some invasive plants are distinctive and easy to recognize, others can be hard to distinguish from local native species, especially at a distance.
by Izaiah Reyes | Oct 5, 2022
A new clothing store has opened up in Merritt, serving people with good quality streetwear brands which they would have to otherwise order online or drive to either Kamloops or Kelowna to buy.
by Izaiah Reyes | May 13, 2022
The Province awarded a $1 million rural development grant to the Scw’exmx Tribal Council for the Gateway 286 project.
by Merritt Herald | Mar 3, 2022
The Merritt Youth and Family Society has decided to donate the fill removed from its new daycare project site to local properties damaged by the recent floods.
by Morgan Hampton | Nov 11, 2021
Veteran Percy Joe has led a life of service, both to his country and his community.
by Merritt Herald | Sep 9, 2021
The Herald asked the candidates running for the Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola riding in the federal election the following question: “The cost of housing in Canada has risen disproportionately to incomes. What is the best approach to fix this problem?” Below are their responses.
by Jake Courtepatte | Apr 9, 2021
Students attending the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology are reminded that emergency funding is available through the province for anyone in need.
by Morgan Hampton | Mar 24, 2021
The Vancouver Foundation, Canada’s largest community foundation, is accepting applications for their Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG).
by Merritt Herald | Nov 13, 2020
Dr. Bonnie Henry provided her monthly update of COVID-19 cases within BC this afternoon, announcing that there were 1,130 new cases of the virus within the province over the past two days, as there was no update provided on Remembrance Day.
by Merritt Herald | Aug 31, 2020
A high-profile arrest was made on the Coldwater reserve on Saturday of a well-known fugitive.
by Merritt Herald | Aug 21, 2020
MLA Jackie Tegart says she continues to support and follow the direction provided by Dr. Bonnie Henry.
by Merritt Herald | Jun 18, 2020
Zanzibar Holdings Ltd. has joined tree planters across BC in fundraising efforts, donating $1,000 to the Nicola Valley Food Bank.
by Merritt Herald | May 27, 2020
Council is all for the relaxation of business bylaws that will be in place, including waving fees and utilizing city property.
by Merritt Herald | May 26, 2020
British Columbia hit a mark not seen in weeks in the pandemic: no new deaths over the last 24 hours.
by Merritt Herald | Apr 27, 2020
A baby boy was killed in a crash off of Hwy. 97C on Saturday morning.
by Merritt Herald | Apr 10, 2020
Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said there are two more cases recorded in the Interior.
by Merritt Herald | Mar 19, 2020
In an attempt to address the overdose crisis, communities throughout BC will be receiving...
by Merritt Herald | Mar 19, 2020
The city has responded to citizens’ concerns regarding speeding along Reid Ave. in the Bench area....
by Merritt Herald | Mar 18, 2020
Amid the COVID-19 outbreak, NVIT has decided to keep its campuses open for the time being, but they have paused all face-to-face teaching.
by Merritt Herald | Mar 12, 2020
Merritt will be receiving a share of a $12 million flood emergency preparedness fund from the Province.