FIGHTING FIRE Merritt firefighters and RCMP officers responded to a grass fire at around 9 p.m. on Tuesday night along Midday Valley Road. Onlookers Theresa Kennington and Stephen Hawkins reported the fire, which at one point had flames reaching across the road, they said. The fire was on a property near Tolko. Firefighters extinguished the fire shortly after arrival. Jade Swartzberg/Herald
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Last Wednesday between $10,000 and $15,000 worth of merchandise was stolen from The Source when someone accessed the local electronics store through the ceiling, probably from a neighbouring vacant storefront, said Merritt RCMP. Phillip Woolgar/Herald
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One or more burglars stole between $10,000 and $15,000 worth of merchandise from The Source electronic store last Wednesday, RCMP say. RCMP responded to an alarm triggered at about 11 p.m. but didn’t arrive in time to apprehend any suspects. “Police officers attended and found that entry into the busi-
ness was gained from the ceiling into the storage room,” Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Sheila White said, noting a neighbouring building was vacant and provided a way to enter the source. “A list of the items is being compiled.” She confirmed TV’s, cellphones and games are among the list of stolen items. The robbery was more sophisticated than others, as most are “smash and grabs,” she said.
The Kamloops Forensic Identification Sections arrived to examine the scene but details haven’t been released. RCMP is also investigating a break and enter into The Source in Kamloops the previous week to determine if there are similarities in the crimes. Anyone with information about this or any other crime is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or the Merritt RCMP at 250-378-4262.
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Six weeks into the job, the Merritt RCMP’s new top cop is getting familiar with the community and she’s starting to notice an over-abundance of drunkenness. Staff Sgt. Sheila White has worked for the RCMP for the last 26 years, and makes it her mission in each community she lives to determine what needs to be done to improve public safety. She’s caught on quickly to the drunkenness in the city’s downtown, the vandalism, domestic violence and the breakand-enters — which she said are the main local criminal activities. “Unfortunately, the public drunkenness is more of a social problem than a police problem, and it’s not going to be solved by police,” she said. “It would be a pipe dream if anyone thought
police could solve that problem.” She experienced the same problem while living in Smithers, B.C., her last town of residence where she served as the detachment commander. “[Drunks are] a revolving door for us,” she said. “We pick up the same people over and over and over again. We even have numerous examples of someone being picked up, say at noon for being drunk, they sober up in our cells, they are released, and quite often they are back in cells before midnight — that’s very frustrating.” She said police can’t address the issue themselves, but need a “co-ordinated effort with whatever agencies can be involved.” Since arriving in Merritt, she has also heard about the vandals, but said that has simmered down since the beginning of summer.
Domestic violence is also a major issue in Merritt, with drugs and alcohol often as precursors, she said. The number of breakand-enters, however, has surged in recent weeks. “I strive to make the community I’m living in that much better, and that much safer,” she said. “But in Merritt I’m still learning what the expectations are and the big one in here is safe homes.” White said she was surprised with the reaction of a few vocal individuals who complained about excessive police presence at the Great Canadian Bike Rally. Organizers of the rally slammed police during a public meeting at Merritt City Hall. Police argued with critics who claimed the RCMP turned away hundreds of people just for
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riding their motorcycles. White, an avid rider herself, said the claims are unfounded and she has never heard in her career about people wanting fewer cops. “That was the first time I’ve had to answer questions from the community about having too many police officers at an event,” she said. “It was a surreal moment for me. “I’ve had to answer questions about why there are too few police and the public demanding more police presence.” The four-day rally didn’t result in any serious injuries or traffic accidents. “Usually police are welcomed to an event like that to ensure the safety of everyone involved,” she said. White spent 11 years in Smithers, over the course of two periods. She also served in the B.C. communities of Houston, Chase and Princeton. “I moved here for a couple reasons,” she said. “I was at the point in Smithers where there wasn’t a lot of work that
are welcomed to an event like that to ensure the safety of everyone involved.’ —STAFF SGT. SHEILA WHITE was left for me to do there.” The Merritt detachment has a larger staff base than the Smithers unit. “And this is as big as I’d go. I’m not a Vancouver girl or a Toronto type of person. I like to be able to walk down the street and actually recognize people.” Along with her husband, she is an avid motorcyclist, which is a hobby well accommodated by the rolling roads throughout the Nicola Valley. Kamloops is also a short drive away, which suits her husband, as he has relatives living there. White is from St. Mary’s Bay, an area in Newfoundland with several small communities, but moved to B.C. for her first job with the RCMP 26
years ago. While in Newfoundland, in Grade 6, she was introduced to an RCMP officer who visited her school. “The Mountie that came did a school talk, and he took our fingerprints, told us a few stories and I knew right then and there that this is what I want to do,” she said. She then received her training in Regina, before moving to her first job in Princeton. “And here I am today, 26 years on the job and I still love it. I love every minute of it.” White took over for former Staff Sgt. Stuart Seib, who was suspended from the RCMP and then resigned after being charged in January for allegedly stealing and using cocaine from a police evidence locker.
• On Aug. 19 a residence in the 1600 Block of Douglas St was broken into. A small amount of personal items was stolen. The residence was entered between 2:30 - 7:30 p.m. while the homeowners were away. Police are reminding the public to be vigilant in their neighborhood and to report anything suspicious. • On Aug. 20 Merritt RCMP investigated a report of theft of fuel from an excavator and damage to a storage container near the Penask Summit. The theft and damage occurred sometime between Aug. 17 and 19, 2012. If anyone saw anything suspicious, they are asked to call the Merritt RCMP or Crimestoppers. • On Aug. 20 Merritt RCMP were advised that an RV was broken into while parked in the homeowner’s driveway. The break and enter occurred sometime between Aug. 10 and 20. Entry was gained by breaking a door lock. Items stolen include electronics (TV, DVD player, camera, iPod and
home entertainment center) as well as kitchen items, Z- Gravity lounge chairs, barbeque with folding stand, ceramic hair straightener and electric shaver. If anyone has any information, they are asked to call Merritt RCMP or Crimestoppers. • On Aug. 20 Merritt RCMP responded to a report of three native males aggressively panhandling in the 2100 Block of Quilchena Ave. Although a description of the males was provided, extensive patrols in the downtown core failed to locate the males. • On Aug. 21 Merritt RCMP responded to a citizen’s complaint of a man with a bat in the 1800 Block of Chapman St. Extensive investigation and witness accounts resulted in the identification of a suspect. It was also determined that a criminal offence had not occurred and there were no arrests made. • On Aug. 22, at approximately 1 a.m., Merritt RCMP responded to a
citizen’s complaint of an assault in the 1400 Block of Government St. A 20-yearold local woman had been assaulted by a 20-year-old local male. The male was arrested and held in custody until he was sober. He was released from police custody and will appear in Provincial Court in October. As a condition of his release several conditions have been placed on his behavior: No contact with the victim; no alcohol or drugs. • On Aug. 22, at approximately 4:30 p.m., Merritt RCMP were dispatched to a complaint of an intoxicated male trying to shoplift from a local business in the 2000 Block of Quilchena Ave. A 42-year-old man, identified as Frank McDermott, was located in a local business wearing new clothing. He had removed the tags and attempted to leave the store but was stopped by store staff. McDermott was subsequently remanded in custody until his court appearance on Aug. 27.
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HOMELESS FOR AN HOUR Nearly 16 youth, including Claire Burnham (above), attended the Smart Step Youth Association’s Homelessness Awareness event on Aug. 21. Between 4 p.m and 5 p.m. youth sat on the sidewalks along Quilchena Ave holding carboard signs with facts about homelessness in Canada. Following this activity, they gathered for a talk from ASK Wellness Executive Director Bob Hughes who spoke about the importance of combating complacency about issues like homelessness. Jade Swartzberg/Herald
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With 245 students starting high school in Merritt next week, Merritt Secondary School staff and senior students are preparing a welcome that will ease their transition. For the past eight years, MSS has offered students a Link Crew orientation — a high school transition program designed to welcome freshmen and make them feel comfortable at their new school — and MSS teacher Shannon Dunn says with two incoming grades this year, the program is even more important. “The program is all about linking your older students who have proven themselves to be successful at high school with some of the incoming students,” she said. “It’s going to be a very important year to link these kids to make sure they are successful.” Because of the School
Board’s decision to close Coquihalla Middle School, MSS will be accommodating incoming students in grades 8 and 9. On the first day of school next Tuesday, new students will be broken into small groups and paired with a senior student for an orientation assembly. They will be in these groups for lunch as well as afternoon activities that will follow their classroom rotation. But their first contact with these student mentors will take place before school begins through a phone call. “We have the senior students phone the incoming students and welcome them to the school,” said Dunn. “This allows them to make a connection and all of a sudden they feel like they belong.” Mentors will contact the new students again at the end of the week, either in person or by phone, to find out how the first week went and then several times
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have recorded positive changes because of the program. Apollo High School in Arizona recorded a 50 per cent reduction in freshman truancy, and Atwater High School in California recorded a 30 per cent reduction in freshman failures and a 15 per cent reduction in freshmen absences within the first semester. Around 35 students in grades 11 and 12 will be trained as Link Crew mentor this week. These are students who have been recommended by teachers or counsellors and are usually fairly involved with the school through sports teams, band and other clubs, said Dunn. One of the new mentors, Kaitlyn Suzuki, is a grade 11 student who experienced the program as a grade 9 student. She recalls that it was nice to have someone reach out to her. “[The program] helped me to get to know some of
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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the City of Merritt that an election by voting is necessary to elect one (1) Councillor, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:
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The Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre is holding a Polar Bear Swim between 1 and 4 p.m. on Friday. This is the first event of its kind at the pool, and is a strategic move to facilitate cooling the water for eventual drainage and maintenance of the area. “We’re going to be using ice shavings from the arena next door,” said Jessica Jonas, aquatic supervisor. “The temperature will depend on what we can get it at, and I’m thinking probably in the 70 [degree Fahrenheit range]. We don’t want to cause any medical problems.” The heater was scheduled to be turned off in the main pool yesterday (Wednesday). Once the water is cool on Friday, the games will begin. “There will be all different types of relays and activities happening,” Jonas said. “It’ll be a variety of games happening and
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GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualiÀed electors of the City of Merritt on Saturday, September 15, 2012 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location: Lower portion of City Hall – 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, B.C.
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there will be some prizes.” The exact events weren’t decided as of press time Tuesday. A barbecue will also be available just outside the centre. The pool will be closed all of September to restructure the gutters, touch up paint and put sand in the filters, as well as other maintenance. The gym area remains open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for the
duration. Last year’s maintenance lasted from mid August to early October. The Aquatic Centre hosts various events throughout the year, usually during cultural occasions such as at Halloween, Christmas and on Valentine’s Day. The Polar Bear Swim is open to participants of all ages.
Advance voting opportunities will be held at City Hall, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, B.C. on Wednesday, September 05, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Carole Fraser Chief Election OfÀcer
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Merritt city council candidate Jack Polmans is hoping that the third time is a charm. Polmans first ran for council in 2008 and then again in the November 2011 general elections and received 712 and 608 votes respectively. Now as Merritt gets ready for the Sept. 15 byelection he’s hoping that voters will give him a chance to serve on council. “I feel that I can be of service to the community,” he said. “Life experience is one of the big things I can offer and I am retired therefore I have time to devote myself to whatever comes up.” Polmans first arrived in Merritt from Holland with his family in 1952. He spent his youth here and met and married his wife Mavis before moving to 100 Mile House and then
reducing the taxes, but I’d sure like to see better use of the money they collect.’ —COUNCIL CANDIDATE JACK POLMANS Delta where they raised their family. A month after he retired seven years ago, the Polmans moved back to Merritt. Since then, Polmans has volunteered on many city committees including the City Centre Board, the ATV Task Force, the Olympic Task Force, and the Directional Signage Committee as well as volunteering as a director at the Nicola Valley Museum and Archives. Besides his experience in the community, Polmans said his situation makes him a good choice.
“I’m going after this position without an agenda,” he said. “The only thing I own in town is my own home and so the decisions I make would be for the good of the citizens. “I can look at each motion and study it and it doesn’t affect me in any personal way — and I certainly have the time to do it.” Fiscal responsibility is at the top of the list for Polmans and as a councillor he said he would like to see better management of residents’ tax dollars. “People are worried about taxes,” he said.
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“I don’t see us reducing the taxes, but I’d sure like to see better use of the money they collect.” For example Polmans said more money should be allocated to infrastructure. With the DeWolf Way improvements complete, he said visitors see a beautiful entrance to town but encounter potholes when they drive along Merritt streets. Polmans said he is also concerned about the way council handled local volunteers when the city committees were reorganized. “Volunteers on these committees got letters saying thanks for your service but we don’t need you anymore,” he said. “The city decided they needed new people, but it’s always the same people that volunteer and now it’s a shame that some of their good volunteers are gone.” Polmans frequently
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HERALD OPINION Families First when love means less cash in hand A young friend is celebrating a major milestone in her life this week. She is having engagement photos taken. And, yes, that means she is engaged, which was a milestone earlier this year. I’ve known this young woman since she was a kid and, every time we bump into each other now, it’s just a delight to see such a happy person. I’ve met her fiance and he’s also a really nice, happy guy who is as devoted to her as she is to him. So, what’s wrong with this picture? It’s simple. They both live with disabilities, exist on disability income and, when they marry, will see their incomes drop by $200. These two young people will never make the kind of incomes most of us make. They will continue to face challenges most of us never encounter. Add to that their disability incomes are subject to both means and asset tests, which means if they make money outside the pension, they could be subject to clawbacks. If they have assets, that can also affect the amount they receive. Knowing this, I decided to call the B.C. Liberal government to ask how the reality this couple faces fits into the Families First line Premier Christy Clark and her party keeps spouting. First request went to KamloopsSouth Thompson MLA Kevin Krueger, mainly because I have always found his constituency staff to be great in getting back to me on anything. That was true this time, and I was told someone would answer my request within days. Stephanie Cadieux, the minister of social development in the Clark government, called to discuss my very simple question (at least I thought it was
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under investigation for some time and last fall I committed to providing more information on this topic as it became available. Late last week a significant new development occurred as the Liberal riding association in Guelph, Ont. was found to have violated the Telecommunications Act by using automated “robocalls” in a manner that did not conform to the act. Specifically, the Liberals had created a fictitious caller and proceeded to engage in anonymous automated calls of a political nature. The Telecommunications Act
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From Page 6 bill — a bill that in their opinion, is neither fair nor fiscally responsible. The first part of the question is yes, Bill C-428 was a private Members Bill introduced into the former 40th Parliament by the Liberals and was seconded by Liberal MP Bob Rae. The second and most important part of the question to be aware of is that this bill did not advance beyond first reading and is not a bill that I or the government is supportive of, and if such a bill was to be re-introduced by the opposition (as NDP MP Libby Davies did last year before suddenly withdrawing such a motion), we would strongly oppose it. Another concern I would like to briefly provide an update on is my ongoing effort to research local gas pricing in our region. In the past week, working with the assistance of a local citizen and the Freedom of Information Act, some significant information has become available that I believe will benefit this process. Although my research will continue I am hopeful to be able to present a submission to the Federal Competition Bureau at some point this fall. I will continue to provide updates on this topic, however, I believe it is important to take action and consumers deserve more transparency and accountability in this process than currently exists. As there are still a few weeks remaining before the House of Commons resumes I am hopeful to hear from more of you. If you have the time for a meeting or phone call please contact my office either locally at 250-770-4480 or toll free at 1-800-665-8711. Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for OkanaganCoquihalla and can be reached at dan.albas@parl.gc.ca.
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Were you happy with the voting format for Clash of the Talents? TOP STUDENT Merritt Secondary School Vice-principal Karen Goetz presents Bhavan Panghali with the Governor General’s award, recognizing her as the student from the 2012 grad class with the highest average. For more than 125 years, the Canadian Governor General’s Academic Medals recognize students’ outstanding scholastic achievements. Jade Swartzberg/Herald
Don’t spend money on sun shelter Dear Editor: This letter is in response to the City of Merritt wanting to build a shelter at Spirit Square. Yes, Merritt gets very hot in the summer, but I don’t believe we need to spend all that money on a shelter. What we need to do is use our common sense and use the facilities already available in town, namely, Rotary Park. The park has many advantages
over the square in the summer, especially for people with young children. • A bathroom • A drinking fountain • Green grass compared to hot asphalt • Shade trees • Water park • No traffic (Spirit Square is surrounded by busy roads) • Parking Spirit Square looks nice but really isn’t that practical. Just because the
province and federal governments have a mission of our tax dollars to spend, doesn’t mean the City has extra tax dollars. If they do build a portable shelter, our tax dollars will be paying the wages of the people who put it up and take it down each time. Merritt residents and businesses pay way too many taxes already.
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‘Simple’ question about income reduction not that simple From Page 6 simple): How does penalizing a disabled couple who wants to marry reflect putting family first? Apparently, my question wasn’t all that simple. There are rules, you see, that must be applied and the overriding theory in the income reduction, apparently, is that two people can live together cheaper than one. In a perfect world, that’s true, I told her, but these young people don’t live in that world.
They live in a world where their job opportunities are limited. They’re not likely to ever own a house or even qualify for a mortgage. They are already barely existing on the amount of money they are limited to each month. Cadieux — who, by the way, said she was unaware the couple, once married, would receive hundreds less — said the problem comes from the legislation, which falls under the welfare side of government pensions and incomes and
must be means- and asset-tested. She gave me the line about them having lower expenses as a couple than as two single people. There was a bunch of other government-speak that, in the end, meant simply, “That’s the way it is.” To her credit, Cadieux did say she’d look into the situation, but reminded me how hard it is to enact new legislation. I thought about mentioning the HST bill that went through pretty darn quickly, but the conversation had been going
nicely. No need to be needlessly antagonistic. So, this couple is going ahead with plans to marry. They know it will mean less money. They know they’ll never make the kind of money our MLAs and cabinet ministers make. But, none of that matters to them. They want to be a family. They know how to really put family first. Dale Bass is a reporter with Kamloops This Week.
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Council candidate not afraid to speak up By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD
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If Harvey Keys is elected as a city councillor in the Sept. 15 byelection, he says he won’t be sitting on his hands. “I’m not afraid to risk my neck to get something done,” said Keys. “And I’m not afraid to say something.” Keys first ran for council in the November 2011 general election and was defeated; however, he says he decided to run again because he is not happy with the way things are going in the city and would like to see business improve in the downtown core.
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“Windows are getting broken and no one is shopping downtown,” he said. “The town is dying — what business is going to close down next? “I don’t want to hear ‘we’ve tried it before.’” Keys, who co-owns
Vision Quest Optical and Gifts on Quilchena Avenue, said he would like to see the City support local initiatives such as Cash Mobs, which encourages residents to shop at local stores. He said he would
also like to see the BC Hydro Merritt Area Transmission Project move forward. “That would bring a lot of business to Merritt,” he said. “I’d also like to find ways to encourage more tourists to come downtown than stop by gasoline alley.” Keys is a member of the Horton First Nation and was born in Hamilton, Ont. Before moving to Merritt six years ago, he worked in Hollywood from 1986 to 2005 building sets for movies and television shows. Some wellknown projects include Terminator 2, Batman 2, and Lois and Clark,
which he worked on for two years. He spent four years working for Universal Studios building western sets, which led to his move to Merritt. “I moved to Merritt to work on the western facades for businesses,” he said. “I did Planet Hair, the Adelphi Hotel and now I’m doing some work for Angel’s Animal Rescue.” When he first moved to Merritt, Keys says he led a campaign to expose local crack houses. General voting will take place on Sept. 15, with advanced voting on Sept. 5 and 12.
Watering violations spiked following mid-season time change By Jade Swartzberg THE HERALD
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When it comes to watering violations most Merritt residents were sprinkling on the right day but at the wrong time, reported Merritt’s summer water conservation students. From May to Aug. 15, Sarah Simon and Caitlyn Grimshire found 63 people watering on the correct day at the wrong time, 14 people watering on the wrong day at the
right time and 15 people watering on the wrong day at the wrong time, they told council on Aug. 21. They also reported that a majority of the violations were by residents with manual sprinklers as opposed to those with automatic systems. Midway through the 2012 sprinkling season Merritt city councillors voted to change the watering times to make it more convenient for residents to water gardens.
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looking that late at night,” said Simon. The Bench area had the most violations, with Collettville and Diamond Vale tied for second.
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OTHMAR VOHRINGER The OUTDOORSMAN Recently, the Tl’etinqox-t’in government office announced their intention to block road access to thousands of acres of Crown Land in portions of Region 5 between Alexis Creek, Williams Lake, Quesnel and Anahim Lake. According to the Tl’etinqox-t’in government, the access road blockade is in place to prevent non-native hunters from hunting moose in that area. The reasoning behind this decision is that the moose population in the region apparently is in sharp decline. To me that sounds fishy, because Tl’etinqox-t’in government announced that only the natives will be permitted to
hunt moose and guide moose hunters in the closed area but, if as the statement says, the moose population is in sharp decline wouldn’t it make good conservation sense to close moose hunting for the natives too? Particularly as natives typically hunt more moose then non-natives (who have to keep to specific hunting season dates and harvest quotas). The BC government advises those planning on hunting moose in the affected areas to respect that decision as the government is in negotiation with the Tl’etinqox-t’in and Tsilhqot’in national governments. But so far, not much progress is coming from these negotiations. The problem I see is that firstly, the Tl’etinqox-t’in and Tsilhqot’in want to put in place illegal roadblocks (crown land is owned by the people as a whole) while the provincial government is in the process of negotiating with them, and
secondly, this behaviour may set a precedent for other native groups to react in a similar way. Meanwhile in Victoria, the BC government has announced plans to bring a new law into effect that will be pushed through the legislature before the provincial election next year. The Natural Resource Road Act is designed to streamline management and administration of resource roads. While this sounds great at first glance, it could turn out that many roads are closed to all outdoor users wanting to access Crown Land. The goal of the NRRA Act is not only to streamline management and administration of said roads, but to hand responsibility over to the various logging and mining companies and other for-profit users. This also means that these companies would be liable for any accidents occurring on such roads. The
obvious way to limit liability will be to close these roads to public access. It has happened occasionally before and with this new law in place we will see it happening a lot more in the very near future. Crown Land belongs to the public at large and in order to keep it that way hunters, anglers and other outdoor enthusiasts simply cannot take for granted anymore the great outdoors and their rights to it as they have in the past. The future of our rights will be decided in the political arena and in the courts, and for this all outdoor enthusiasts have to become active by supporting organizations like the NVF&GC and their Public Access Committee. To learn how you can support the fight for our rights visit the club website at www. nvfishandgameclub.ca and make a donation to the access fund. Othmar Vohringer can be contacted at OthmarV@ shaw.ca.
DONATING TO HOSPICE Nicola Valley Health Care Auxilliary member Betty Doberstein (left) presents a $1,000 donation to Merritt and District Hospice Society members Jill Sanford and Maureen Lisle. The money will be used for special advertising. Formed in 2008, the society supports those with life-threatening illness and provides support for their loved ones. Jade Swartzberg/Herald
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Have arthritis? See your local chiropractor DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN Overall, 46 million Americans suffer with either self-reported, or physician-diagnosed arthritis. That number is expected to climb to 67 million by 2030 as the population ages. Arthritis is the most common cause of disability with 19 million adults in the United States reporting that they suffered activity limitation due to arthritis between 2003 and 2005. In those aged 18-64 about one in twenty adults suffered work limitations due to arthritis, and in one-third of those with arthritis. Annual hospitalizations due to arthritis number
approximately 750,000, with 35 million outpatient visits, also due to arthritis. Complications from arthritis account for about 9,500 deaths annually. The estimated annual cost to the health care system is $128 billion. Ouch! Tell me those statistics aren’t depressing! However, don’t worry, this article is not all bad news. Bringing chiropractic into the discussion of arthritis adds a dimension that opens up possibilities for maintaining an active lifestyle. It provides not only a possible resolution of chronic pain, but also the potential for addressing the disease with more flexible methods that focus on longterm health. For most of the twentieth century, many people believed that the diagnosis of arthritis necessarily came with the dreaded anticipation that normal activities would become a part of a previous life. With chiropractic and
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the benefits it provides, arthritis can become a manageable ailment that, along with exercise and a healthy diet, will no longer be feared. The basis for Chiropractic care is centered in the body’s ability to heal itself. By normalizing the mobility of the joints and muscles, a chiropractor
helps increase the range of motion in the body, which assists in better overall movement. Chiropractic and its complementary treatments, which include nutrition, exercise, and better lifestyle choices, can be used as a preventive measure against potentially developing arthritis. If arthritis
is already present, chiropractic’s use of manipulation can result in greater ease of movement and decreased fluid build up in the joints that often accompanies arthritic conditions. The use of massage in addition to chiropractic care can also ease stiffness and encourage movement. As well, the application of heat and cold presses has been shown to ease arthritic pain. And finally, the use of electrical stimulation in chiropractic treatment is believed to stimulate pain-inhibiting chemicals in the human body, also known as endorphins, and block the nerve fibers that are responsible for pain. Using chiropractic instead of prescription medicines for pain relief, or over-the-counter medications such as NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs), can reduce the chances of experienc-
Eastern medicine and western medicine
DR. HONG CHUNG Merritt ACUPUNCTURE About 15 years ago, I attended an exhibit called ‘Body World’, which displayed human bodies that had been prepared into various forms, positions and stances. Some had been bodies sliced into thin, transparent sections transversely or vertically, and some special parts were cut out from the body like an opened drawer, allowing visitors to actually see inside the body. What impressed me the most was not the
anatomical features, but rather, the techniques used to prepare the bodies and their parts for this exhibit. When I think about it now, the anatomy simply is one way of understanding the human body system, which, of course, does not explain everything there is to know about our bodies. Despite the advancements in modern medicine and its painstaking scrutiny of human anatomy, there are still a lot of unknowns. One might believe that with further research the gap between the known and unknown may lessen, but by then new diseases and health issues will probably have arisen. The creation of new pathogens is caused by our society and the times.
Eastern medicine is also one interpretation of the human body. It is not focused on individual “mechanical” parts, but instead considers the body to be part of nature, an organic and holistic entity, and so treatment follows these principles. We cannot find qi and meridians, yin yang and five elements in dead bodies, which leads to the belief that anatomy is not of primary importance. There are
many aspects of eastern medicine that cannot be proven with physical evidence and may seem somewhat philosophical. But when it comes time to the actual treatment of disease, eastern medicine can cover as many kinds of diseases as Western medicine does. Of course, each may have their own strong points. Today, organs can be transplanted or synthetically made. I think that this may be an
extension of western medicine’s way of understanding the body through cutting, splitting, opening. I am still standing by patients with needles in my hand, murmuring therapeutic issues; ‘water helps wood, metal restrains wood, so I have to tonify kidney and sedate lung meridian for my patient who has emotional depression.’ Dr. Hong Chung can be contacted at hong3844@ gmail.com.
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When retirement goals meet college years for retirement. But you still need a plan to pay for that increasingly costly post-secondary education – and you should begin right away. Here are a few tips to get you started.
DAVID L. BROWN Managing YOUR MONEY There was a time when marrying young and having children right away was the norm. But as North American life became increasingly frantic and expensive, more and more couples chose to delay marriage and children. If you’re among these ‘mature’ parents you could be opening the door to your retirement years while your offspring are still in the nest and aiming at a university or college education. Chances are you’ve already made progress accumulating savings and setting some aside
Get registered to save A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is a terrific way to save for an education and to save on taxes, too. Though contributions are made with after-tax dollars, you do not pay tax on growth in an RESP until money is withdrawn. If the growth is paid to your child while attending an eligible post-secondary education program, you won’t pay taxes on the growth; your child will, and will likely be in a low tax bracket. The government will also kick in some money. Through the Canada Education Savings Grant (CES Grant) program,
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Greetings G ti readers! d ! Wh When h allll th the people who worked for the state gathered, the king of Bobylon did something that I think was wrong. He should have told them all the beneÀts that they would have by serving and worshipping Babylon, but instead he had an announcer say to the crowd, “It is commanded of you to fall down and worship the image. When the music begins, if you don’t do this you will be cast into the burning furnace.” Being as they were all idol worshippers, all but three fell down and worshipped the image. The three friends of Daniel did not. They were called before the king and given another chance. The king yelled at them and said, “Who is that God that shall deliver you out of my hand?” Big boy. The three were bound and thrown into the Àre that had been heated many times hotter than was necessary. It was so hot that the guards who threw the boys in died from exposure. To the shock of the king, he saw four, unbound Àgures walking in the Àre. The king observed that the fourth looked like the Son of God. All the people saw the men who came out of the Àre and there was no sign of Àre on them. They did not even smell of smoke. What is God saying by what took place? God used the Babylonians to bring the Jews back to worship the true God. He brought the Jewish boys to Babylon to teach them about the true God who loves all, Jews and Babylonians. When we look at the time from Daniel’s prophecy, twenty seven hundred years have passed and God’s Word still stands. God’s Word does not change. It is one of the few things we can depend on. Jesus, in the Àre, was there to teach the Babylonians that God is not a piece of material but a living God more powerful than king or Àre or any other thing. He loves all and wants all to be saved. Jesus said, “If you love Me and keep My commandments….” The scripture also says, “Call upon me in the day of trouble and I will deliver thee and thou shalt glorify Me.” We have trouble everywhere and more on the way, but God’s Word has never failed. As we see in His Word it never will either. His love is greater than we can imagine and so is His power. Paid advertisement What a wonderful God to be in our lives for the time is at hand.
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An amazing opportunity for wanna-be actors BARRIE OGDEN BARRIE’S BANTER This fall, youth 8 – 14 years old from Logan Lake, Merritt, Cache Creek, Ashcroft, Savona and Kamloops will have a unique opportunity to take part in the Logan Lake Youth Theatre
Workshop program sponsored in conjunction with the Logan Lake W.H.Y.(Wellness, Health, Youth). The workshop sessions will happen Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 12 noon from Sept. 15 to Nov. 24, in the Band Room at Logan Lake Secondary School and will feature a 55-minute play based on the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe from the popular Chronicles of Narnia series. Students will have the opportunity to par-
ticipate in rehearsals, make-up creation, and costuming. They will also learn about theatre concepts and acting techniques with the adults and/or older brothers or sisters in the family invited to share in the experience by helping the young actors with costumes and line rehearsals. This is seen as an incredible chance for adults to share time with their children while encouraging them as they participate in this first-ever Youth Theatre
Workshop. A special Dinner Theatre production of the play is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 6 p.m. at Logan Lake Secondary School, where people can purchase tickets. The event will allow parents, grandparents, friends and members of the community to enjoy a catered dinner before becoming the audience as our young actors demonstrate their new drama skills. The workshop fee is $75 and space is limited,
so folks are encouraged to register by calling the W.H.Y. at 250-523-6629 ASAP so young people can be a part of an exceptional and unique community opportunity. The goal of the Youth Theatre Workshop is meant, in a safe, supportive, empowering environment, to foster in young people a sense of discipline, confidence, critical thinking and pride in successful achievement. The Logan Lake Youth Theatre Workshop staff includes:
Allan Thain, a professional actor/ director who will produce and direct this production with student assistant director, Tegan Whaley, program administrator, Elaine Pennoyer, of the W.H.Y., and me, cast in the role of the advertising/public relations manager. We hope that parents and youth in Logan Lake and the surrounding region will share our enthusiasm by becoming a part of an astonishing new program which will, on
Dinner Theatre Night, shine bright stage lights on “our” young actors as they demonstrate newfound skills, talents and, most importantly, a strong sense of selfconfidence! At noon on Sept. 5, Mr. Thain will be appearing on the Midday Show on CFJCTV in Kamloops to talk about the Youth Theatre Workshop so be sure to tune in to discover a more personalized description of the Theatre Workshop.
Logan Lake Search and Rescue hosts sod turning By Barrie Ogden
Logan Lake SAR members get ready to officially turn the sod for the new building. Photo by B.Ogden
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Monday was a day of celebration as Logan Lake’s Search and Rescue organization hosted the sod turning for the construction of their new building to house vehicles and equipment. Councillors Al Smith, Robin Smith, Charlie Weir and Audrey LeBlanc together with the District’s CAO, Wayne Vollrath, showed up to offer their support of this invaluable community group. Local businesses, when possible, will be involved in the building project and SAR member, Ted Williams, who has already donated many, many volunteer hours, is serving as the project manager. Unfortunately, the building fund is still short at least $10,000 that’s needed to
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for September, some of these financial issues will be addressed in a positive way. Although no representatives of M.E.P. and E.S.S.
were present at the sod-turning, SAR President, Giselle Owen, extended thanks for the assistance of these organizations.
Police officers rescue deer from potentially dirty death LAW & ORDER
The Logan Lake RCMP rescued a deer that was stuck in mud at Mamette Lake on Sunday. Cpl. Kathleen Thain found the deer in distress at about 3 p.m. that afternoon. “It is unknown how long the deer had been stuck, but it was very
tired when first observed,” she said. “ She found help at the nearby Rey Creek Ranch when Gord Garthwaite and his crew agreed to provide assistance. He managed to use his ranching knowledge, and tied a rope around the deer. “Garthwaite and his crew were able to pull the deer from the thick
mud and water to safety,” Thain explained.
“Once the deer received a good face was, it
was left to rest, recover and return to the wild.”
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It is with much excitement that I’m sharing the news that I have moved from the Logan Lake Realty ofÀce to Royal LePage, Merritt! I wish to reassure my existing clients of my continued dogged determination to provide you with the best possible service as I make this transition to my new ofÀce. Further I want to issue an invitation to anyone interested in buying or selling a home to give me a call so I can outline for you how I can assist you in your real estate adventure. Whether you are shopping for your dream home or selling due to downsizing, I can help you navigate the often murky waters of this chapter of your life.
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A total of five Merritt athletes endured a blazing sun and scorching temperatures to successfully complete the Apple Triathlon in Kelowna on Sunday, August 18. Melissa Mytruk, Heather Broman, Dylan Richardson and Arnie Gray all finished the Olympic-distance event, which is comprised of a 1.5 km open water swim in Lake Okanagan, a 40 km bike ride and a 10 km run. Rick Josephson was a successful finisher of the sprint-distance course, composed of a 0.75 km swim, 20 km ride and 5 km run. For Mytruk, it was her first triathlon ever and she was determined to succeed. “I trained for this same triathlon two years ago, but I got sick three weeks beforehand and didn’t participate. That’s why I wanted to finish this one this year for sure. I needed to get it out of my system.� Mytruk felt that she went into this year’s event in great shape physically. “I feel more fit now than I’ve ever been because of the training for three different things. It’s nice to have that fitness level throughout your whole body.� Mytruk had set herself a goal of completing Kelowna’s Olympiclength triathlon course in three hours. She beat it by a full 10 minutes, finishing in 2:50.10. Triathlons are always somewhat frantic at the beginning as hundreds of swimmers hit the water at the same time
and struggle to find space. Kelowna’s event was no different. “It was a bit of a panic at first,� conceded Mytruk, who prepared for the 1,500m ordeal with Masters training at the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre and open water swims of East Barriere and Adams Lakes. “It felt like a whole bunch of minnows in a very small area. You just had to keep focused. After the first ten minutes or so, everybody spread out.� Any apprehensions about her first triathlon seemed to fade during the swim portion of the event and Mytruk said she felt great coming out of the water and climbing onto her bike. “The bike phase was awesome,� she said. “I felt really strong and think that I could have gone faster.� Like most other triathletes, Mytruk found the final 10 km run the toughest. “I think a lot of it had to do with the temperature. Our group didn’t even start the triathlon until 9 a.m. By the time we were on the run course, the heat was just radiating off the pavement. Every time I passed an aide station, I would drench myself with water. But excitement and the adrenaline rush of the whole experience helped me ignore the pain.� For veteran triathletes Richardson, Broman and Gray, all of whom completed Ironman Canada (2.5 km swim, 180 km bike, 42 km run) last year in Penticton, the Apple distances weren’t really the challenge. “It’s more of a mental thing,� says
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Richardson. “Setting new goals and finding new threshholds.� Like Mytruk, Richardson also had set a clear goal for himself this year. “I did the Apple three years ago, and I wanted to beat my old time. I did that by about five minutes (2:50.58), so i was pretty happy about that.� Richardson admits that he just tries to survive the opening swim portion of any triathlon. “It’s not about how fast I can go but rather how efficiently I can swim in order to conserve energy for the rest of the race.� The bike phase went well for Richardson.
“I just kept picking up the pace with each lap. When i got off the bike at one hour and fiftyfive minutes, I knew I had a chance [to beat my old time].� As for the heat, Richardson said last year’s Ironman, with temperatures close to 38 all day long, prepared him well.� Both Mytruk and Richardson plan to continue doing triathlons in the future. At some point, Mytruk would like to try a halfIronman. In the meantime, she’s already back on the roads running, preparing for a halfmarathon (21 km) on the Thanksgiving weekend in Kelowna.
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M 3798
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M 3793
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M 3607
$44,000
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M 3270
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M 3613
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$68,000
M 3787
$70,000
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M 3738
$75,900
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2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof this year
M 3486
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$76,900
Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located
M 3525
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$76,900
2 bdrm home on good sized lot Tile flring in hall + kitchen & bath Recent electrical upgrade Lane access w/ storage shed
M 3737
$95,000
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Lynda Property Manager
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Upper level 2 bdrm condo Recent laminate & lino flring 5 appliances incl window a/c Sundeck in front, quick possession
$112,000
M 3777
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3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing
M 3720
$113,000
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M 3745
$115,000
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M 3797
$120,000
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Move-in ready. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath Custom kitchen cabinets & fixtures Large porch off back, nice yard 100 amp service, fridge, stove included
M 3739
$137,900
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Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse A bathroom on each 3 levels Nice, fully fenced backyard Great 1st time homebuyers & investors
M 3652
$138,000
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2 bedroom Rancher on a quiet street Electrical upgrade last 5 yrs New vinyl windows & siding New flring, new kitch cabinets, reno’ed bathrm
M 3718
$139,000
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Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access
M 3792
$147,500
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3 bedroom rancher Vinyl windows & siding 9 year old furnace Fenced front & back
M 3708
$149,900
Corner lot ½ duplex in quiet area Fenced yard, carport & loads of parking Upgrades include: kitchen counter tops, Laminate flring, paint, ext doors & light fixtures
M 3736
$155,000
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Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home
M 3751
$157,500
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Nice 3, possible 4 bdrm, 2 bath home Double lot for large yard Large kitchen, wet bar, gas fireplace Totally fenced yard w/ lots of extra parking Rent to own considered
$158,000
M 3791
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2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!
M 3795
$164,500
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M 3744
Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back
M 3365
$165,000
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M 3798
$269,000
• Wonderful home in LN comes w/ 5 appliances • Newer furnace, low e double glazed windows • 26x14 deck & covered attached carport • Good sized detached garage w/ power • Tons of room, fully fenced & move right in
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M 3799
M 3741
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Well kept home on cul-de-sac street Varnished oak staircase at entry Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn
M 3735
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M 3732
M 3664
$359,500
• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change
M 3707
$89,000
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$276,000
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$369,000
Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse End unit-includes all appliances PRICED TO SELL!! 24 hour notice required
• Unique & tasteful 4 bdrm, 2 bath family home • H/water on demand & central a/c • Hardwood flrs & bright open design • Beautifully l/scaped yd w/ private patio
M 3794
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$285,000
Investors, take note** 4 plex with 2 lots Large 2, 3 bdrm & 2, 2 bdrm stes Close to schools & parks
M 3769
• One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola • Cleared & level in an incredibly quiet location • Water serviced by Lower Nicola Water Works • Approved for septic & HST already paid
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M 3746
M 3495
$99,000
$199,900
$399,900
Extra lge double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads
$100,000
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Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout
M 3761
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$206,500
Very private, 4 poss 5 bdrm family home New appliances, central ai & vac 24x40 wired & heated shop Double lot & RV parking
M 3673
$308,000
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Family friendly neighborhood!! 5 bdrm, 2 bath home is close to schools Huge b/yard is fenced w/ garden area Newer vinyl windows & furnace upgrade
M 3786
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$213,000
Large home w/ all the space you need Total 4 bdrms, 2 bath + 2 bdrm ste 2 car garage & nice sized yard Just a short walk to schools, park & town
M 3723
$319,000
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Good size family home on large lot 2 bdrm ste at ground level & 3 up Dbl carport & tons of space Walking distance to schools & corner store
M 3713
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$215,000
Quiet acre a short drive out of town Open floor plan Master enste & w/I closet Full bsmt w/ recrm, 3rd bdrm & bathrm
M 3781
$330,000
• Spectacular panoramic views & beautiful sunsets • 3 bdrms (possible 4), 3 bath home w/ in-law ste • 5 acres w/ large 4 acre fenced area • 24x36 garage/shop, 60 US gpm well, great water
• Executive 5 bdrm, 4 bath family home • Amazing chef’s kitchen w/ granite countertops • Low maintenance landscaping-lane access • Inground pool & private backyard
• Need space? - Got it!! • 6 bdrms, 5.5 baths-luxurious master bdrm • Dream kitchen, lge games rm, bar rm w/ bar • Large 3 bay garage-RV parking
M 3765
M 3701
M 3440
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$429,000
Nicola Lakeshore Estates Amazing lake view lot in Phase 2 Build your dream home Tons of recreation to choose from!!
M 3749
$165,000
$439,000
• Private & tranquil describes this 26+ acre lot with amazing view • Located in the beautiful Sunshine Valley • Bring you building ideas!
M 3766
$189,000
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$459,900
.76 acre riverfront building lot The location is second to none 260+ feet of river frontage Quiet cul-de-sac, bring your building ideas!!
M 3780
$199,000
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Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse Heat pump, a/c, high efficient appliances Gas fireplace & many extras Low maintenance property
M 3729
$217,000
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Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!
M 3689
• Amazing new 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher w/ open flr plan • Extras include: 10’ ceilings, lge kitch, crown moldings • 5 quality new appl, gas f/p in lvg rm • Backyd totally fenced, landscaped & 18.5x12 deck
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M 3762
M 3790
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Totally finished 4 level split Gourmet kitch, security system Beautifully l/scaped w/ terracing, fencing U/g sprinklers, 40’ RV parking
M 3782
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$334,900
$519,000
24 acres in beautiful Sunshine Valley Treed lot, very private, easy access Many potential building sites Hydro & phone lines to property line
M 3603
$227,000
$235,000
Well laid out open plan Nicely finished kitch + dining nook Good sized m/bdrm w/ full ensuite Good location of the Bench
$336,900
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Wide open space is your backyard view 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home Large .23 acre lot Lots of room for toys & RV’s
• Wonderful family home on quiet cul-desac • 4 bdrms, 2 baths + enste + 2 bdrm legal ste • New roof, h/w tank 2 yrs old • Lge 2 car garage, fenced bkyd w/ deck
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M 3692
M 3758
• 247’ lake front w/ winding trail to site • Great views of the valley & water below • Community water in place, power @ lot line • Easy access off hwy & quiet enjoyment
M 3728
$230,000
$349,000
M 3727
• New residential lots in a nice part of Merritt • Located in quiet cul-de-sac & crescent setting • Fully serviced including curbs & storm drain • All prepaid by the developer
$57,000
$239,000
M 3764
• • • •
Views of the Nicola Valley Walking trails & shopping nearby All services are u/g & at lot line One of Merritt’s preferred neighborhoods
$67,000
Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake 3km to Quilchena Hotel Close to Merritt & Kamloops Private access to lake
M 3478
$165,000
D SOL
NEW PRICE
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Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated
$349,000
• • • •
Nice family home on a good street 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm Kitchen has newer cabinets Possible in-law suite
M 3716
$255,000
• • • •
3 bdrm country charmer on 1.15 ac Lots or original h/wood Dining room has gas f/place Vinyl windows throughout
M 3710
$264,000
• Relax in the pool • 3 lge bdrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings • Lots of renos, over 14,00sqft lot U/g sprinklers • Lge sundeck w/ great views of valley & city
• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!
M 3529
M 3731
• • • •
$359,000
Fully serviced R-2 lot Close to schools & downtown Bring your bldg ideas Trades considered
M 3274
• • • •
$72,900
$359,500
Good sized lot Ok for double wide City services @ prop line Mountain view in a quiet area
M 3534
$79,000
• Large open commercial space (approx 6500 sf) • Curb parking and parking lot across the street • Located in the d/t core. Sold as bldg & land • Roof HVAC, hot water & roll down security door
• Amazing opportunity in downtown Merritt • 12,000sqft commercial building for purchase or lease @ $6/sqft • Over 10,500sqft of retail space • Bonus lot at 2152 Nicola Avenue
M 3779
M 3697
$440,000
$850,000
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Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home 18x20 interlocking driveway 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed
M 3607
$44,000
• • • •
Rent to own considered Buy your own home Nice 3 bdrm, 2 bath home Appliances included
M 3270
1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184
www.royallepage.ca/merritt
• • • •
$49,900
One bdrm in strata building. Rent $550-600 Under new management Shopping & bus close by
M 3613
www.realtor.ca
• Great starter home or retirement • 2 bdrm double wide w/ sun deck and ensuite • Coldwater River is close by • Riverside Mobile Home Park
$68,000
M 3787
$70,000
• • • •
Tom McDonagh Broker
250-378-6181
M 3738
$75,900
• • • •
2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof this year
M 3486
John Issac Sales Rep
Claudette Edenoste Sales Rep
250-315-5178
250-378-1586
250-280-0689
johnissac@telus.net
kbonneteau@telus.net
tommcdongh@royallepage.ca
Ground level 1 bdrm condo Vinyl dbl glazed windows, in ste laundry Parking right out front Low monthly maintenance fee
Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep
• • • •
$76,900
Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located
M 3525
• • • •
$76,900
2 bdrm home on good sized lot Tile flring in hall + kitchen & bath Recent electrical upgrade Lane access w/ storage shed
M 3737
$95,000
• • • •
Lynda Property Manager
250-378-6181
Upper level 2 bdrm condo Recent laminate & lino flring 5 appliances incl window a/c Sundeck in front, quick possession
$112,000
M 3777
• • • •
3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing
M 3720
$113,000
• • • •
Vinyl windows, vinyl siding, new h/w tank 2 level townhouse, 3 bdrms & 2 baths Fenced yard, school across the street Typical rent $750, no strata fees
M 3745
$115,000
D SOL • • • •
Long term tenant for the investor 2 bdrms & bath on main Full unfinished basement w/ laundry Front driveway + lane access/tons of rm for cars & toys
M 3797
$120,000
• • • •
Move-in ready. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath Custom kitchen cabinets & fixtures Large porch off back, nice yard 100 amp service, fridge, stove included
M 3739
$137,900
• • • •
Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse A bathroom on each 3 levels Nice, fully fenced backyard Great 1st time homebuyers & investors
M 3652
$138,000
• • • •
2 bedroom Rancher on a quiet street Electrical upgrade last 5 yrs New vinyl windows & siding New flring, new kitch cabinets, reno’ed bathrm
M 3718
$139,000
• • • •
Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access
M 3792
$147,500
• • • •
• • • •
3 bedroom rancher Vinyl windows & siding 9 year old furnace Fenced front & back
M 3708
$149,900
Corner lot ½ duplex in quiet area Fenced yard, carport & loads of parking Upgrades include: kitchen counter tops, Laminate flring, paint, ext doors & light fixtures
M 3736
$155,000
• • • •
Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home
M 3751
$157,500
• • • • •
Nice 3, possible 4 bdrm, 2 bath home Double lot for large yard Large kitchen, wet bar, gas fireplace Totally fenced yard w/ lots of extra parking Rent to own considered
$158,000
M 3791
• • • •
2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!
M 3795
$164,500
• • • •
M 3744
Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back
M 3365
$165,000
• 3 bdrm, possible 4, 2 bath Bench family home • New hardwood flring in lvgrm & hallway • Private deck for BBQ’s • Large .32 acre corner lot
M 3798
$269,000
• Wonderful home in LN comes w/ 5 appliances • Newer furnace, low e double glazed windows • 26x14 deck & covered attached carport • Good sized detached garage w/ power • Tons of room, fully fenced & move right in
• • • •
M 3799
M 3741
• • • •
Well kept home on cul-de-sac street Varnished oak staircase at entry Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn
M 3735
• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!
• • • •
M 3732
M 3664
$359,500
• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change
M 3707
$89,000
$194,500
$276,000
Do you want comfort?? Open floor plan, crown mouldings Quality appliances & light fixtures Cherry h/wood flring w/ Travertine tiles
$369,000
Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse End unit-includes all appliances PRICED TO SELL!! 24 hour notice required
• Unique & tasteful 4 bdrm, 2 bath family home • H/water on demand & central a/c • Hardwood flrs & bright open design • Beautifully l/scaped yd w/ private patio
M 3794
• • • •
$285,000
Investors, take note** 4 plex with 2 lots Large 2, 3 bdrm & 2, 2 bdrm stes Close to schools & parks
M 3769
• One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola • Cleared & level in an incredibly quiet location • Water serviced by Lower Nicola Water Works • Approved for septic & HST already paid
• • • •
M 3746
M 3495
$99,000
$199,900
$399,900
Extra lge double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads
$100,000
• • • •
Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout
M 3761
• • • •
$206,500
Very private, 4 poss 5 bdrm family home New appliances, central ai & vac 24x40 wired & heated shop Double lot & RV parking
M 3673
$308,000
• • • •
Family friendly neighborhood!! 5 bdrm, 2 bath home is close to schools Huge b/yard is fenced w/ garden area Newer vinyl windows & furnace upgrade
M 3786
• • • •
$213,000
Large home w/ all the space you need Total 4 bdrms, 2 bath + 2 bdrm ste 2 car garage & nice sized yard Just a short walk to schools, park & town
M 3723
$319,000
• • • •
Good size family home on large lot 2 bdrm ste at ground level & 3 up Dbl carport & tons of space Walking distance to schools & corner store
M 3713
• • • •
$215,000
Quiet acre a short drive out of town Open floor plan Master enste & w/I closet Full bsmt w/ recrm, 3rd bdrm & bathrm
M 3781
$330,000
• Spectacular panoramic views & beautiful sunsets • 3 bdrms (possible 4), 3 bath home w/ in-law ste • 5 acres w/ large 4 acre fenced area • 24x36 garage/shop, 60 US gpm well, great water
• Executive 5 bdrm, 4 bath family home • Amazing chef’s kitchen w/ granite countertops • Low maintenance landscaping-lane access • Inground pool & private backyard
• Need space? - Got it!! • 6 bdrms, 5.5 baths-luxurious master bdrm • Dream kitchen, lge games rm, bar rm w/ bar • Large 3 bay garage-RV parking
M 3765
M 3701
M 3440
• • • •
$429,000
Nicola Lakeshore Estates Amazing lake view lot in Phase 2 Build your dream home Tons of recreation to choose from!!
M 3749
$165,000
$439,000
• Private & tranquil describes this 26+ acre lot with amazing view • Located in the beautiful Sunshine Valley • Bring you building ideas!
M 3766
$189,000
• • • •
$459,900
.76 acre riverfront building lot The location is second to none 260+ feet of river frontage Quiet cul-de-sac, bring your building ideas!!
M 3780
$199,000
• • • •
Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse Heat pump, a/c, high efficient appliances Gas fireplace & many extras Low maintenance property
M 3729
$217,000
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Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!
M 3689
• Amazing new 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher w/ open flr plan • Extras include: 10’ ceilings, lge kitch, crown moldings • 5 quality new appl, gas f/p in lvg rm • Backyd totally fenced, landscaped & 18.5x12 deck
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M 3762
M 3790
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Totally finished 4 level split Gourmet kitch, security system Beautifully l/scaped w/ terracing, fencing U/g sprinklers, 40’ RV parking
M 3782
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$334,900
$519,000
24 acres in beautiful Sunshine Valley Treed lot, very private, easy access Many potential building sites Hydro & phone lines to property line
M 3603
$227,000
$235,000
Well laid out open plan Nicely finished kitch + dining nook Good sized m/bdrm w/ full ensuite Good location of the Bench
$336,900
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Wide open space is your backyard view 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home Large .23 acre lot Lots of room for toys & RV’s
• Wonderful family home on quiet cul-desac • 4 bdrms, 2 baths + enste + 2 bdrm legal ste • New roof, h/w tank 2 yrs old • Lge 2 car garage, fenced bkyd w/ deck
• • • •
M 3692
M 3758
• 247’ lake front w/ winding trail to site • Great views of the valley & water below • Community water in place, power @ lot line • Easy access off hwy & quiet enjoyment
M 3728
$230,000
$349,000
M 3727
• New residential lots in a nice part of Merritt • Located in quiet cul-de-sac & crescent setting • Fully serviced including curbs & storm drain • All prepaid by the developer
$57,000
$239,000
M 3764
• • • •
Views of the Nicola Valley Walking trails & shopping nearby All services are u/g & at lot line One of Merritt’s preferred neighborhoods
$67,000
Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake 3km to Quilchena Hotel Close to Merritt & Kamloops Private access to lake
M 3478
$165,000
D SOL
NEW PRICE
• • • •
Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated
$349,000
• • • •
Nice family home on a good street 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm Kitchen has newer cabinets Possible in-law suite
M 3716
$255,000
• • • •
3 bdrm country charmer on 1.15 ac Lots or original h/wood Dining room has gas f/place Vinyl windows throughout
M 3710
$264,000
• Relax in the pool • 3 lge bdrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings • Lots of renos, over 14,00sqft lot U/g sprinklers • Lge sundeck w/ great views of valley & city
• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!
M 3529
M 3731
• • • •
$359,000
Fully serviced R-2 lot Close to schools & downtown Bring your bldg ideas Trades considered
M 3274
• • • •
$72,900
$359,500
Good sized lot Ok for double wide City services @ prop line Mountain view in a quiet area
M 3534
$79,000
• Large open commercial space (approx 6500 sf) • Curb parking and parking lot across the street • Located in the d/t core. Sold as bldg & land • Roof HVAC, hot water & roll down security door
• Amazing opportunity in downtown Merritt • 12,000sqft commercial building for purchase or lease @ $6/sqft • Over 10,500sqft of retail space • Bonus lot at 2152 Nicola Avenue
M 3779
M 3697
$440,000
$850,000
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erritt’s own rising-star rodeo clown, Jayson Charters, will be entertaining the crowds this weekend at the Nicola Valley rodeo grounds. The rodeo will be the first Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) event for Charters, who has been associated with rodeos for a life-time. After witnessing Charters’ outrageous antics, one enthralled fan described him as a sparkplug because he never stopped moving. Indeed, Charters’ performances are something to behold. All energy, excitement and eccentricity rolled into one. A chaotic
blend of athleticism and hilarity that has audiences young and old splitting their sides laughing and begging for more. It’s hard to believe that at the age of 42, Charters is a relative rookie at being a rodeo clown. With less than two years under his belt, he performs his routines like a seasoned veteran, and displays the timing and savvy of one who has spent a lifetime at his craft. Charters himself knows that he has at last found his true calling. “It’s my destiny,” he says. “It’s where I was always meant to be. Everything in my life has brought me to this point.”
Charters was born and raised in Merritt and is a proud member of the Okanagan-Thompson Nation. From birth, the hyperenergetic youngster hit the ground running, involving himself in every sport imaginable and embracing life to its fullest. It didn’t take long for Charters to latch onto rodeo. His dad had been a competitor, and it was very much a part of the way of life of the Nicola Valley. By the age of 8, Charters was already steer riding, and at 14, he became one of the youngest
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As the MLA for Fraser Nicola, I wish to remember and CONGRATULATE all workers in Fraser-Nicola on Labour Day. Labour Day is not just another day off work or the last day of summer vacation, it is a celebration to honour those who laboured and continue to labour in this country. The statutory holiday started with a small group of dedicated working men & women from Toronto, Ontario, who organized the Àrst Labour Day event, the “Workingman’s Demonstration” in 1872 to protest the oppressive law of the day, a law which declared all trade unions as being criminal conspiracies. Later that same year, the Canadian Government repealed that oppressive law. The Àght was not over and working men & women throughout Canada continued to place pressure on our Canadian Government to ofÀcially recognize its workers by giving them a paid holiday. Labour Day was enacted into Fraser-Nicola legislation as a statutory holiday in 1894.
Harry Lali, MLA,
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Charters clowns around this weekend From Page 19 bareback riders on the B.C. rodeo circuit. Three times, Charters competed at the National High School Finals Rodeo. In 1989, he qualified for not only the NHSFR in Pueblo, CO but the Indian National Finals in Albuquerque, N.M. For thirteen years, Charters competed on the senior rodeo circuits in B.C. (BCRA, WIERA) until an injury brought about his retirement in 2003. For the next few years, he focused mainly on his career as a logging truck driver, and on helping his wife, Yvonne, raise their two daughters, Sydney and Courtney. Charters’ return to the rodeo scene, and specifically to clowning, came about
province alone. As a barrel man during the bull riding event at rodeos, Charters has experienced his share of highrisk moments. “About a month ago, in Kamloops, I got quite banged up in the barrel,” he describes. “I got launched across the arena by a bull. Jarred my back and neck pretty good.” As the only First Nations rodeo clown in B.C., Jayson is very proud of that distinction, and is very much in demand. “Clowning allows me to express myself,” Charters says, “and my love for people. I also get to demonstrate some of my talents, such as my sense of humor, my love of dancing and my ability to be spontaneous and ‘seize the moment’.” Rodeo clown Jayson Charters is proud to be the Written by Ian only First Nations clown in B.C. Submitted Webster
almost by accident. “In the spring of 2010, I offered to help a friend of mine ‘crack gates’ at a rodeo in Deadman’s Creek, B.C. Almost as an afterthought, I said jokingly, ‘If you can get a barrel, I’ll get into it’.” One thing led to another that fateful weekend, and pretty soon Charters was busy constructing a full-fledged set of clown routines, complete with props and crazy costumes. “My very first clown performance was with an old, gutted washing machine that I nicknamed a ‘Jay-tag 2000’. It was a hit.” The phone has been ringing off the hook ever since. In 2011, Charters did numerous rodeos throughout B.C. and Alberta, and this summer has done seven in his home
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The Nicola Valley Fall Fair and Pro Rodeo, and its many marvels, are a tradition to the Merritt area; while the event was started in 1910, this year’s edition is the 37th consecutive Fall Fair and the 54th Pro Rodeo. While the two events are separate, they are held together in the same Rodeo Grounds area during the same days. “We don’t charge a lot to get in,” said Kathy Reimer, Fall Fair convener and treasurer, noting adults pay $5, seniors and children $3, and kids younger than 6 pay $2. “We just really want everyone to come out and support this.” At the main building, the Fall Fair will consist of about 1,000 displays with baked and canned goods, flowers, fine arts and photography, for example. In the poultry building outside, there will be an animal showcase, consisting of chickens, pigeons and various other
animals. Prizes will be handed out to those who receive a ribbon in their category. The prizes consist of cash amounts of $10, for example, Reimer said. The two commercial vendors are Big Foot Leathers and Bejewelled, which is down from last year’s number of vendor of about three. “We don’t have a lot because there isn’t a lot of room,” Reimer said. The Nicola Valley Vintage Car Club will also be at the show. The entire event is open to the public at noon on Saturday and will close at 8 p.m. On Sunday, the hours will be 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. At 9 p.m. a Country Dance will be held with John Allison. Judging is completed from 8 a.m. to noon. A pet show is scheduled for Sunday. 54th Pro Rodeo The Nicola Valley hosts one of the last competitions
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of the year for the Canadian Professional Rodeo, Elaine Gill, treasurer for the Nicola Pro Rodeo, said. “Everyone is vying to go to the Canadian Finals Rodeo,” she said, noting the event has been held here for the last 54 years. “There aren’t many events that have been around for that long and it is really thanks to the efforts of people in the community.” The CFR is in Edmonton from Nov. 7 to 11. “We have some of the top [National Finals Rodeo] cowboys there,” she said. “And some of the competitors are in the top 15 in the world and some of the best in Canada.” The rodeo portion is set to feature eight professional events, with cash prizes available. Each competition has a minimum pot of $2,500, with an additional $60 contributed by every competitor. First place takes 40 per cent, with second, third and fourth netting 30, 20 and 10 per cent, respectively.
The rodeo consists of seven major events, including bareback, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, tie-down roping, ladies barrel racing, team roping and bull riding. The boys’ steer riding is a minor pro rodeo event. Competitions for locals include cow milking and ranch hand saddleback. Competition starts at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The slack performance, which is the “overflow” show, is free and is scheduled for Saturday morning. The slack consists of all timed events, so there will be no rough stock. A free team roping event will be held on Friday night. Drill teams will also provide intermittent entertainment. Admission for adults is $15, and $12 for seniors and children younger than 12. Kids 6 and younger can enter for free. Tickets are available by cash only. Both events are at the rodeo grounds on Lindley Creek Road.
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This past weekend’s 5th Annual Nicola Valley Ranch Hand Rodeo was the perfect prelude to the star-studded CPRA Pro Rodeo slated for Sept. 1-2 in Merritt. A record 14 ranches from throughout south-central B.C. were represented at the Ranch Hand event, which ran both Saturday and Sunday at the Collettville rodeo grounds.
Cowboys and cowgirls from the respective ranches competed in a wide range of traditional working events including sorting, branding, doctoring and saddle bronc. In addition, Sunday morning saw individual cowhands and their steeds vie for the overall Ranch Horse title. That honor went to Mark Elliott from the Nicola Ranch. He was also the winner of the Top Hand Award as voted on by his fellow competitors.
In the three-person team competition, it was the Nicola Ranch again that emerged victorious. The trio of Elliott, Thomas Linford and Josh Klassen had a total of four top-three finishes for a total of 49.5 points. Second went to Douglas Lake Ranch’s Chapperon Division (33.5 pts.) followed by the Wineglass Ranch from the Chilcotin region with 26.5 points. Rounding out the top four was the River Ranch with 25 points all told.
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Whether you’re a hardcore rodeo fan or a casual observer, there’ll be someone to cheer on at this year’s Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo, scheduled for Sept. 1-2 in Merritt. Some of the top Canadian Professional Rodeo Association cowboys and cowgirls are slated to compete in one or more of their specialties. Heading the list of ‘well-knowns’ are Straws Milan from Cochrane and Rylan Geiger from Duchess. The two Alberta cowboys are currently ranked number one on the Wrangler Pro Tour
in steer wrestling and saddle bronc respectively. Two more Wrangler number ones scheduled to compete in Merritt are Shane Hanchey from Sulphur, Louisiana in tie-down roping and barrel racer Cranna Roberts from Lacombe, Alberta. While Merritt’s own top-ranked Ty Pozzobon will be unable to make the bull riding event at this year’s Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo due to commitments to the PBR’s Built Ford Tough Series in Oklahoma, second place Denton Edge from Marwayne, Alberta is slated to ride on Sunday.
Despite the absence of Pozzobon, there’ll be plenty of other local rodeo competitors to get excited about.Ty’s sister, Amy, as well as both Morgan and Fallon Fosbery and Katie Garthwaite are all entered in the ladies’ barrel event. The Nicola Valley’s Spencer Rutherford and his partner, Chase Simpson from Claresholm, AB will be competing in team roping on Sunday. Expect to see Jorry Holmes from Douglas Lake and several other local cowboys in the ranch hand saddle bronc competition and just maybe a few more homeboys in the wild cow milking.
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(Above) Rodeo stars like steer wrestler Straws Milan and bull rider Devon Mezei are expected to compete this weekend at the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo (Below) Douglas Lake’s Jorry Holmes will be one of several locals to take part in events such as the ranch hand saddle bronc riding and the wild cow milking. (Lower left) Mammit Lake’s Katie Garthwaite heads up a strong contingent of ladies barrel racers from the Valley. Others scheduled to take part are sisters Morgan and Fallon Fosbery as well as Amy Pozzobon. Photos submitted and by ian Webster/Herald
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The Merritt Centennials rebounded from an early three-goal first period deficit to tie the visiting Langley Rivermen 5-5 Tuesday night in their opening exhibition game of the 2012-13 BCHL season. In front of just over 250 fans at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena, the Cents showed more than a few pre-season jitters in their initial outing, giving up the first goal to the Rivermen just 1:03 into the opening period, then allowing two more pucks to get by starting netminder Tyler Steel before the game was 16 minutes old. “The first period was to be expected,” stated Merritt head coach and GM Luke Pierce. “We were still in a bit of a summer mode. I was really happy with how quickly we adjusted and picked up the pace starting in the second period.” Indeed, the Cents were rewarded in no time for their added effort in the middle stanza as former Chilliwack Chief Derek Huisman scored the first of his two goals on
the night at the 1:16 mark. Merritt rookie Jeff Wight narrowed the deficit to one with a nice effort at 14:11 of the second, followed shortly thereafter by Danton Heinen’s tying goal less than three minutes later. Defenseman Jordan Steel drew assists on both late period goals. “We got off to a bit of a slow start,” conceded Huisman who was a summertime acquisition from the Chiefs, “but we gradually got better. I think that’s what you have to do in exhibition games – just get better with each period.” Rookie Diego Cuglietta’s nice solo effort at 2:11 of the third period gave Merritt its first lead of the game, however the Rivermen managed to draw even a little over a minute later as Mitch McLain beat young Cents’ netminder Jake Burguart for the first time since his arrival at training camp. Just 44 seconds after McLain’s effort, Huisman made an equally nice play to beat Langley goaltender Darren Hogg with a rocket of a wrister high glove side. Cents’
Teams Red and White split intersquad games
The Merritt Centennials’ Derek Huisman (9) fends off the check of Langley Rivermen Matt Carr en route to scoring the first of his two goals Tuesday night. The two teams battled to a 5-5 draw in the Cents’ first exhibition game of the new BCHL season. Ian Webster/Herald
veterans Silvan Harper and Tyler Martin picked up the assists. “Derek’s a very intelligent player,” said Pierce. “I was very happy with the way he played tonight. Part of what makes him so good is that he tends to go unnoticed, but he scores goals. He really calmed things down
for us.” To Langley’s credit, the Rivermen refused to rollover and quit in their fourth exhibition game in the last five nights. Twenty-yearold Derek Sutcliffe completely undressed a Cents’ blueliner and lasered a bullet past Burguart for the final tally of the entertaining
contest. Pierce was philosophical about Langley’s late-game equalizer. “It’s a young defense group, and very inexperienced. Mistakes are going to happen. That said, I thought both our socalled veteran defensemen in the line-up tonight – Tyler Martin
Young driver enjoys successful racing debut In her very first pair of stock car races anywhere, youthful Cody Bickert made quite an impression. Competing in the Bomber 4-cylinder class at the Merritt Speedway on Saturday night, the 23-year-old lass from Sun Peaks overcame nerves and inexperience to pick up a pair of second-place finishes behind three-time winner Dave Hewitt. “My first race was a real eye-opener, that’s for sure,” stated a beaming Bickert. “I just tried to keep it steady and
Winner of two races on Saturday night at the Merritt Speedway, Lance Drewes and his #21 car make an eerie sight against the spotlights as darkness descends. Ian Webster/Herald
the closest she had to a pit crew was her mom sitting in the stands. That said, Bickert comes by her interest
in racing honestly. Both her uncle and her cousins are heavily involved in the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series.
and Dylan Chanter – played extremely well and had good games.” The Cents will have only a small amount of time to reflect on Tuesday’s tie with the Rivermen as they faceoff tonight against the Chilliwack Chiefs in Hope. With 34 players still in camp, Pierce says there’ll be plenty
of line-up changes for the pow-wow with the War Bonnets. “Everybody who sat out tonight [Tuesday], with the exception of Brent Fletcher and Regan Soquila who have some health issues, will play tomorrow [Wednesday] in Hope. I expect a rugged, physical affair.”
MERRITT STOCK CAR ASSOCIATION RACE RESULTS Saturday, August 25 Fastest Qualifiers
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Leading up to Tuesday night’s exhibition game against the Langley Rivermen, the Merritt Centennials conducted a pair of intersquad scrimmages on Sunday and Monday. In the free-wheeling, wide-open first outing, hat trick performances by Sebastien Pare and Brendan DeVries led the Whites to a 7-5 victory over their Red opponents. Bennett Huber had White’s other tally, while Silvan Harper with two, Jeff Wight, Derek Huisman and Scotty Patterson replied for the losing side. Monday’s second tilt saw both teams tighten things up considerably from a defensive point of view. An early first period goal by the Red’s Michael Sandor looked like it would be the only scoring in the game until Payton Schaefer tipped home the equalizer with just eight seconds remaining in the third period to send the spirited affair to an overtime shootout. In circus time, Patterson and Kamloops’ native Diego Cuglietta managed to score for the Reds, while only Harper could reply for a White team that was stymied time and again by the young goaltending tandem of Jack Burguart from Fort St. James and Creston’s Michael Hails. Official game two final score - Red 2 White 1.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NICOLA VALLEY Have an event we should know about? Tell us by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing production@merrittherald.com RESCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, SEPT. 8, 2012 ANGEL’S ANIMAL RESCUE FUND-RAISING DINNER AND DANCE “Chili Dog Boogie” featuring entertainment by ‘The HooDoos’ at the Lower Nicola Hall. New date is Saturday, September 8th. Door prizes, 50/50 draw, cash bar, custom t-shirt art and much more. Tickets are available at Merritt Veterinary Hospital, Nicola Valley Veterinary Clinic and Purity Feeds. Must be at least 19 years old. For more information 250-315-2495 or 250315-0167. OLDE COURTHOUSE ARTS CENTRE Come out and meet the new dance instructor on Thursday Aug. 30 or Friday, Aug. 31 between noon and 3 p.m. Upper level of the Olde Courthouse on Nicola Ave. WOMEN IN BUSINESS Every second Wednesday, 5:30 7:30 p.m., “Merritt’s Women in Business”, an informal network for entrepreneurial-
minded women, meet at the Merritt Desert Inn. Sept. 12, Dalyce Brandt, (Sharp Image Consulting), “MidLife Reboot- Women Fully Living their Act III”. RSVP by emailing: manager@merrittchamber.com or call 250-378-5634. CLASH OF THE TALENTS Grande Finale with the top 5 contestants Friday, Aug. 31, Civic Center at 6 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. No charge familyfriendly event! AGRICULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER. The NV Farmers Market is hosting a steak dinner to be held Saturday, Sept. 1 at the Grand Pub starting at 5 p.m. Entertainment by Country Joe Lonsdale along with a silent auction. Tickets available at the farmers market, Saturdays beside the Bailey House. NAVY CADETS Recruiting NiteNavy Cadets on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 6 - 8 p.m. Coffee and donuts to be served.
Please call Michelle Fox for more information 378-1505. NV THERAPY GARAGE SALE FUNDRAISER Saturday, Sept. 8 at 1520 Bann St. from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. NV THERAPY ‘BARON OF BEEF’ FUNDRAISER Dinner with silent auction and loonie auction at Lower Nicola Community Hall on Saturday, Sept. 29. Doors open at 5 p.m. dinner at 6 p.m. Tickets available through any NFT staff or board member or by calling 378-9222. MOTORCYCLE TOY RUN Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012. Bikes will be leaving Lower Nicola from The Abby Pub parking lot at 11 a.m. and proceeding to Rotary Park in Merritt. This event is to collect donations and toys for The Merritt & District Food Bank and The Merritt Bread Basket. Lunch by donation, 50/50 draw, and prizes for various categories are planned. Everyone welcome!
TERRY FOX RUN 2012 31st Annual Terry Fox Run will be on Sunday, Sept. 16 at Voght Park at 10 a.m. Pledge sheets on-line. Sponsored by The Rotary Club of Merritt Sunrise.
vices showcased. Come and see what our community has to offer. If you would like to be part of the fair contact Sharyl Johnson 250-378-5385 or Maryann Bowles 250378-0828.
BC COACHES WEEK Sept. 15-22, 2012. Merritt events include a Coaches Social (potluck, meet and greet, and guest speakers) at the Civic Centre on Thurs., Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. Contact Colleen Mullin at 315-1075 for info. on workshops.
GARLIC FESTIVAL Pete and Becky Ratzlaff are looking for vendors who grow and produce products or fresh garlic, to participate in their garlic festival and antique tractor show at Smith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola Sept. 29 & 30. For more information call Becky or Pete at 250-378-4199.
NICOLA VALLEY FILM SOCIETY Monday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the NVIT Lecture Theatre Showing “Salmon Fishing in the Yemen”, rated: PG. Call 378-3974 for more info.
OKTOBERFEST Knights of Columbus are hosting “Oktoberfest”, Friday, Sept. 28, 2012. Please contact Lea Mack at 378-1848 or Dick Kitsch 3784572for more information.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR On Saturday, Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. the 2nd annual Health and Wellness Fair will be held on the Baillie House grounds. It’s a free event featuring health and wellness practitioners and ser-
MERRITT LAWN BOWLING ASSOCIATION Join us on the lawn behind the Desert Inn on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 7 p.m. Call 250-3782950 for more information.
C Creative Landscape Designs C Portfolio of Past Designs C Irrigation Systems C Patio and Stonework C Water Features C Pruning C Ground Maintenance tlcpond1@telus.net 250-378-4166
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THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church 2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911 Service Time: Sundays 10:30 a.m.
Merritt Baptist Church 2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Merritt Lutheran Fellowship in St. Michael's Church • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.
Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.
Seventh Day Adventist Church 2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-4061 Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.
St. Michael’s Anglican Church 1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
Trinity United Church Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Brownies Thursdays - 5:30 - 7 p.m. Central School - 250-378-4768 Canadian Diabetes Association Once a month, 7 - 9 p.m. Trinity United Church Hall. Call Eva at 250-378-2897 or Gerry at 250-378-3716 Canadian Mental Health Association Merritt Clubhouse Wednesdays & Fridays: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 1721 Coldwater Ave. (Teen Centre) across from MSS. 250-378-4878 Central School Pac First Tuesday - 7 p.m. Lunchroom 250-378-4892 Celebrate Recovery Meetings every Monday, 7:00 p.m. at New Life Fellowship, 1938 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-4534 Community Choir Mondays - 7 p.m. - Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary - 250-378-9899 Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays - 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776 Drop-In Soccer Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Girls & Boys 16+ welcome 250-378-2530 Drop-In Volleyball Mondays - 7 - 9 p.m. CMS. 250-378-6212. Guides Mondays - 5:30 -7 p.m. 250-378-4768 Ladies’ Curling League Wednesdays, 6 - and 8 p.m. Call 250-378- 8175 or 250-378-4917 Living With Loss Support Group Wednesdays - 7 to 8:45 p.m. 2025 Granite Ave - 250-280-4040 Lower Nicola Community Hall Card Games - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays Call 250-378-9545 or 378-4732 Merritt Duplicate Bridge Club Tuesdays 7 p.m. Seniors’ Centre 250-378-5550 or 250-378-4577 Merritt Elks Lodge Clubs Second & Fourth Wednesday - 8 p.m. Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Merritt Lawn Bowling Sun., Tues., & Thurs. at 7 p.m. 250-378-2950 Merritt Lions Club First & Third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Best Western - Han’s Golden Wok 250-378-9509
Merritt Moms Prenatal - Post Natal Support group. Open Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. 250-378-2252 Merritt Navy League Cadet Corp Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall Ages 9-13 welcome 250-378-2620 Merritt Snowmobile Club Second Tuesday of the month 7 p.m. - Civic Centre 250-315-1082 Merritt’s Women in Business Second Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851 N.V. 4-H Club Every Second Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-5028 N.V. Community Band Tuesdays - 7 p.m - CMS Music Room 250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894 N.V. Dirt Riders Association Last Wednesday of the month 7 p.m. at Garden Sushi Scott: 250-378-3502 www.nvdra.com N.V. Explorers Second Wednesday - NVIT # 1 - 7 p.m. 250-378-4476 or 250-378-4413 N.V. Horseshoe Club Meetings Wednesdays - 6 p.m. Smith Pioneer Park
250-378-5007 or 250-378-6980 N.V. Heritage Society Last Wednesday - Baillie House 250-378-0349 N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday - 2145 Quilchena Ave. 7 p.m. 250-378-5925 N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.) Third Wednesday - 7 p.m. Phelan House - 2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904 N.V. Quilters Guild First & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-9642 N.V. Search & Rescue Second Monday - 7 p.m. At the airport 250-378-6769 N.V. Women’s Institute Second Wednesday - 1:30 p.m. In member’s homes 250-378-2536 One Way Krew Youth Group Tuesdays - 7 - 8:30 p.m. Crossroads Community Church - 250-378-2911 Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadet Corp Tuesdays - 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775 Royal Purple First and Third Mondays each month
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1:30 p.m. - Downstairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Rotary Club of Merritt Every Thursday - Noon Brambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535 Rotary Club of Merritt - Sunrise Every Tuesday - 7 a.m. Brambles Bakery Seniors’ Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays - 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-5539 Sparks Mondays - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-4768 Teen Centre Friday Nights - 4 to 9 p.m. 250-315-0248 Toastmasters Club 3929 Tuesdays - 5 p.m. at the Merritt Library 250-378-5855 Valley Visual Artists General club information contact: Bev Veale at 250-378-6001 Vintage Car Club - Merritt Chapter Second Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. Ska-Lu-La Workshop Al (250-378-7402) Ted (250-378-4195)
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BANNISTER HONDA Maintenance Technician Looking for a motivated, reliable, quality person to perform maintenance on Honda and other manufacture vehicles. Please apply with drivers license and drivers abstract. Attn: Grant Kitzman, 6425-Hwy 97N, Vernon, B.C. 250-545-0531 gkitzman@bannisterhonda.com
Forestry Hooktender/Spotter Required. Prefer experience but will to train. Must be physically fit, able to work all weather conditions. Fax:250-503-1148
Front Office Clerk req’d. Sal: $13.00/hr. 40hrs/wk. 1yr. exp. req’d. Duties; Maintain inventory of vacancies, reservations & room assignments. Record sheets, guest accounts, receipts and vouchers. Register guests and assign rooms. Respond to enquiries and complaints. Issue statements of charges and receive payments. Language: English. Contact Hero from Vinayak Investments (Motel) at Merritt, BC. Apply at knightsinnmerritt @shaw.ca or by fax (1)(250) 378-9277
SUTCO Contracting Ltd. has 1 opening in our Chip Div. This position is based out of Chilliwack, with shift starts avail. in Merritt. If you are looking for stable long term employment, with benefits, pension plan, great equipment, excellent remuneration in a safe work environment, then we would like to hear from you. We require a min. 2 yrs. mountain driving experience with Super B. Ph.; 1-888-357-2612 Ext 230 Fax: 1-250-357-2009 or check us out online www.sutco.ca
An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.
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Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430
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In Loving Memory of
William (Bill) Ernest Coburn
Albert Roy Brown
Bill (late of Merritt, B.C.) born on May 19, 1942 in Toronto, Ontario passed away on July 15, 2012 at Vancouver General Hospital. Bill leaves behind to mourn his passing, his loving wife Dorothy (Dot) Coburn, two daughters Christine Richard of West Kelowna and Jennifer Coburn of Grande Prairie, Alberta, and his son Bill Coburn of Airdrie, Alberta, as well as seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He also leaves behind one sister Katie and one brother Howard both of Toronto, Ontario, one niece and nephew, and two great nieces. Bill was predeceased by both his parents. Bill was an avid model railroader and Àsherman, loved camping and quading with friends and was active with the seniors. Bill will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life will be held at the Merritt Seniors Centre on Sept. 8 at 2 p.m., 1675 Tutill Court, Merritt.
May 19, 1942 - July 15, 2012
1930 - 2011
We hear your voice in the songs of the meadowlark, Your laughter rings true on the wings of the wind; We see you smiling face reÁected in the tranquility of the lake, We hold you close always and wish for you everlasting peace. Forever in our thoughts, hearts and prayers, your friends Bonnie & Rieks and the Henry, Ross & Hall families.
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MERRITT FUNERAL CHAPEL Celebrate a memory
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Please drop off your resume at Yaki Joes, 2190 Voght Street.
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In memory of our beloved Albert. Friend, teacher, mentor & guide.
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INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN Graymont’s Pavilion Plant is accepting applications for an Industrial Electrician. Candidate must possess current B.C. Red Seal certification. Preference will be given to well-rounded individuals willing to also perform other nonelectrical maintenance work as part of the maintenance team. A background in lime or cement industry along with computer and or PLC skills is preferred as well as a proven track record of developing and maintaining a safe work culture. Additional skills required: • Electrician with industrial experience required to work at the Graymont Pavilion Lime Plant. • Must become engaged in continuous improvement and willing to work in a team environment. • Regular shifts will be 8 hrs/day from Monday to Friday – steady day shift. • Must be willing to work overtime when required. • Wages and benefits as per the collective agreement. • Located in Pavilion B.C. situated between Cache Creek and Lillooet, B.C.
Roderick (Roddy) Wade Jurreit April 12, 1987 - August 22, 2012 It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of Roderick (Roddy) Wade Jurreit at the age of 25 on August 22, 2012. Roddy was born April 12, 1987 to his parents Dwaine Jurreit and Sandra Hoekstra in Merritt, B.C. Roddy was a kind and gentle person who always loved to play pranks. As a small boy he loved building lego and playing video games. When he was outside he always liked exploring, hiking, and building traps and pretending to catch bears, he also loved karate and basketball. Roddy had a great love for animals and they loved him. As Roddy got older he loved hunting trips and quading with his family. He had a 1952 GMC pickup that was his dream truck and always wished to have it as a show truck as he was proud of his truck. He loved watching movies with his family and family gatherings. When he started his work career as a teenager he worked at a gas station then went on to a Àsh packing plant in Port Hardy, later on he worked alongside his dad at the family paving company. He enjoyed paving especially running bobcat. Roddy was predeceased by his grandfather Carl Jurreit and his uncle Steve Venuti. Roddy will be lovingly remembered by his dad Dwaine (Tammy) Jurreit and his mom Sandra Hoekstra (Dean, Brody) his siblings Tysen and Miranda Jurreit and sister Kaitlin Hoekstra and step dad Steve Hoekstra and step grandparents Nick and Rene Hoekstra and all the Hoekstra family. Grandparent Charlotte Jurreit, aunt Kim Jurreit, uncle Calvin (Barbra) Jurreit, Lana, Kaylea, Steven, Dallas and all his relatives in Merritt B.C. Grandparents Don and Janet Marling, Uncle Wade (Holly) Marling, Alli, Colby and Rex, also his cousin Milan Venuti. What we will miss is counting on Roddy looking serious and then breaking into his famous smile. Roddy will be greatly missed by all; we loved Roddy deeply. A celebration honoring Roddy’s love of life will be held on Saturday, September 1, 2012 at Comox Valley Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 1101 Ryan Road, Courtenay, at 1:30 pm.
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CLASS 1 DRIVER N.M.V. Lumber Ltd. requires immediately an experienced and dependable Class 1 driver for their Áat deck, super-B trucks. Winter hwy driving experience is an asset. We provide steady week day work hauling lumber within the Interior and Lower Mainland with the option of long haul trips. Please deliver your resume and abstract in person to 2770 Pooley Avenue or via fax to 250-378-5820.
TEMPORARY FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MATERNITY LEAVE NATURE OF POSITION: The City of Merritt requires a Community Policing Coordinator for the Community Policing OfÀce project. This is a temporary full time position while the incumbent is on maternity leave. The position will be in effect as a full time position from November 05, 2012 to November 01, 2013. Generally the hours will be Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but will occasionally require Áexibility to accommodate evening shifts or shifts on weekends. Please see the website at www.merritt.ca for complete employment opportunity posting. Please submit your resume by 4:30 p.m. Friday, August 31, 2012 in conÀdence by either e-mail or hard copy in a sealed envelope to: Carole Fraser, Human Resources Manager 2185 Voght Street PO Box 189 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Email: cfraser@merritt.ca
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Robert (Bob) James Kightley October 17, 1927 – August 22, 2012 It is with deep sadness the family of Bob Kightley announce his passing. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Sue, brother John, son’s Greg (Jennifer), Don (Sherry), Jim (Jennifer), daughters Melody, Kelly and Karla (Mike). Grandchildren Devon (Kim), Codie, Jesse, Michael, Dustin (Trina), Jen (Nick), Daryl, Derek, Dallas, Brendan and Owen. Great grandchildren Cheyanne, Zach, Ashlyn and Madison. Predeceased by his son Steven and sister Helen. Dad was a kind and friendly man whose easy smile invited conversation. He loved life in the Nicola Valley and had many friends. He enjoyed his beer, although not too cold. We will miss you Grandpa. The family would like to thank Dr. Van der Merwe, Dr. Smit and the nurses at Nicola Valley Health Centre for their kindness shown to our Dad and family. No service by request.
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1 bdrm. Apartment - $575 incl. utilities. Gorgeous house on Nicola Lake. $1500 plus utilities. 2 bdrm. Apt. - $675 plus hydro. 2 bdrm. Sandpiper - $750 plus hydro
Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Silver Coins etc. Available now: 250-863-3082
Real Estate For Sale By Owner Tired of high taxes? Beautiful 1 acre property 10 min. outside of Merritt, 2 bedroom mobile with well and septic. Property taxes $350/yr. $189,900. 604-533-9133
3 bdrm / 2 bath house on the Bench. $1100 plus utilities. 3 bdrm/1 bath house on the Bench. $1000 plus utilities. Beautiful 1 bedroom home on acreage. $1100 plus hydro. Amazing 3 bedroom home on acreage. A Horse Haven! $1500 plus utilities. Small 1 bedroom duplex. $575 incl utilities.
4 bedroom house on the Bench! $1200 plus utilities. 4 bedroom/2bath full house with garage. $1200 plus utilities. 3 bedroom duplex with hot tub!!!! $1200 inc heat up to $300.00. Call for more info on these units and others call
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Mobile Homes & Parks RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Ask us about our Free Rent option! Please cal 250-462-7055. www.copperridge.ca
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ATTENTION COLLECTORS 1980 CAMARO, only 50,000 K on punched 305 eng. 3 spd. Needs some body work. For more info. $2800 OBO. 1-250-523-9762. (Logan Lake)
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Available immediately. $720/month incl. heat & laundry. Newly reno’ed units “Clapperton Manor” 2775 Clapperton Ave. New owner/manager 250-315-8340 One bedroom for one adult only, heat & full cable included, n/s, n/p, references required. $525 per month, available Sept 1st. Ph. 250-378-2954
Trucks & Vans Room & Board ISO clean room & board for 4D/wk for a adult student ASAP. $$$ is negotiable. Ph 250-256-1924
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www.merrittherald.com
54th Annual Pro Rodeo • September 1 & 2, 2012 YOUR MAP TO THE NICOLA VALLEY RODEO GROUNDS! GARCIA ST.
Concession
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Equipment Displays
CLEASBY ST.
1ST AVE.
McMILLAN
Langley Riders Drill Team
(gates open at noon)
Thank you to our sponsors:
KICK OFF RODEO WEEK
Visit us online at www.nicolavalleyprorodeo.com
Tickets available at the gate CASH ONLY 6 & under: FREE Under 12 & Seniors: $12 • Adults: $15 For group tickets call Elaine Gill 250.378.6827 or Butch Sahara 250.378.5838 Covered grandstands, handicap accessible washrooms & showers, on-site concessions, vendors and program draws. This year Merritt’s own Jayson Charters will be our rodeo clown.
Nicola Valley Team Roping August 31, 2012 at 5 p.m. * NO ADMISSION FEE*