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Organizers of Merritt’s latest Idle No More rally said their gathering outside of a reception for Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon on Friday was in support of her lifelong environmental work. About 80 people gathered outside the Civic Centre while Guichon addressed a crowd inside. Rallygoers held signs and passed around pamphlets asking if the lieutenant-governor can stop the governor general from signing omnibus bill C-45, which the grassroots movement is protesting across the country for its amendments to environmental protection laws. The document needs royal assent to become legislation. The rally was Merritt’s largest yet in

the nationwide movement. Organizers said the rally was not a protest against Guichon, but in support of her work on sustainable ranching. Prior to taking up her post with the government, Guichon worked on a number of environmental causes, including the Fraser Basin Council of B.C., the Grasslands Conservation Council of B.C. and served as the President of the B.C. Cattlemen’s Association. Many of the rallygoers were drummers who were also part of the entertainment bill to close the reception. Once inside the Civic Centre, organizers took to the microphone to present the lieutenant-governor with cultural items and explain their cause.

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More impaired driving busts in Dec. 2012 than 2011 By Emily Wessel THE HERALD

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The latest Idle No More rally outside the Civic Centre on Friday night drew a crowd of about 80, making it the city’s largest yet. Organizers said the rally was in support of the lieutenant-governor, who was inside making a speech at the reception held for her. Emily Wessel/Herald

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The charges came as part of the RCMP’s CounterAttack check stop program. This year, Merritt RCMP performed random checks at various stops throughout town. “It’s disappointing when you consider the time of season and the amount of advertising and effort that goes into the CounterAttack program, and you’re still getting people driving drunk,” Merritt Traffic

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Gifts to remind Lt.-Gov. of Nicola Valley From Page 1 “[The rally] is in support of her lifelong work in protecting the land, water and the environment, and people’s rights,” organizer Dave Walker said before presenting Guichon with a handmade basket. He called the basket a “small token of appreciation for all the work she’s done and for working tonight to inspire us to be more aware of the sustainability of our environment.” Rally organizer Nicola Campbell

presented a Pendleton blanket to Guichon, which she said represents the relationship between the people of the Nicola Valley and the environment. She also likened Guichon’s environmental and sustainable agriculture work to the creed many First Nations are taught. “As First Nations people, growing up, we are all taught that we’re also stewards of the land,” she said, referencing an article published in the Nov. 6, 2012 Merritt Herald

that called Guichon a “steward of the land.” “In the ranching community and for everybody in the Nicola Valley, we’re hunters, we’re fishers — this is how we live. This blanket signifies that relationship.” During her speech, Guichon addressed the topic of sustainable agriculture. “We’re all in this together, and we all depend on the health of our land in order to produce the quality of life that we aspire to,” she said.

“We must work to keep all parts of our community sustainable. I know that we, in this community, can do this. We can build carefully on our plentiful resources and learn from our past.” Idle No More was started by a group of four women in Saskatchewan who opposed the federal government’s omnibus bill C-45 because of its amendments to environmental protection laws and for failing to consult the public before tabling the changes.

GAME ON Lieutenant-Governor of British Columbia Judith Guichon dropped the puck for Merritt Centennial Brent Fletcher (L) and Penticton Vees’ Troy Stecher (R) at the Jan. 4 home game. Guichon, a prominent Nicola Valley rancher, was in town to deliver a speech at a reception held in her honour at the Civic Centre on Friday night. Ian Webster/Herald

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Numbers across B.C. down: RCMP From Page 1 About 900 of the bags were decorated by local elementary school students and distributed on Christmas Eve. “Usually 1,000 bags are gone within the first couple hours of opening on Christmas Eve,” Merritt MADD community leader Robyn Grebliunas said. “It’s some messaging from children to adults about drinking and driving. Children do the project, and they go home and they talk about it. It’s bringing the message home.” CPO co-ordinator Ryan Reid picked up the bags from the elementary

schools and delivered them to the liquor store. “A number of the kids wrote the numbers for cabs on the bags which I thought was clever,” he said. “One [theme] that was common was that people have a choice, so make a good choice. There were certainly some funny ones. They were all really well done.” Grebliunas said MADD Merritt has focused on children and youth with its messaging, and the brown bag campaign is one of those programs. “While there’s so much we can do at all ages, of course, bringing the messaging home and into

houses through children is probably the best effort we can make,” she said. “Young children are great at making change.” The group also brings a MADD presentation into Merritt Secondary School to further their messaging against drinking and driving. “A year ago I had a parent call after the presentation in the high school and say that it really profoundly affected their teenager, and lots of changes had gone on,” she said. “The presentations are hard to watch but they’re really important.” Grebliunas said the group is always looking

for more volunteers so it can run more programs, and anybody interested in volunteering can call her at 250-315-5851. Grebliunas added that the message is not anti-drinking, but against driving while under the influence of alcohol. Although the numbers in Merritt are up from last year, RCMP across the province apprehended fewer drivers for impaired driving over the holiday season than last year, according to a press release from Thursday. Police laid 961 impaired driving-related charges this season compared to 1,434 over last season, including 135 drug-

related 24-hour licence suspensions and 34 criminal code impaired driving charges. More than 1,400 people were ticketed for using an electronic device while driving, more than 1,300 for failing to wear seat belts, and over 200 more drivers were caught speeding more than 40 km per hour over the posted limit during the CounterAttack run. This year marked the 35th anniversary of the CounterAttack program, which uses mandatory, staffed check stops throughout the province. The campaign ran from Dec. 2, 2012 to Jan. 2, 2013.

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Water Resource Advisory Committee (W.R.A.C.) Annual Report 2012

Summer students Due to time constraints, there was concern W.R.A.C. would be unable to advertise for summer students. However, Carole Fraser, Administrative Assistant/Deputy Clerk came up with a very successful option. This also saved advertising dollars and should be considered for 2013. Summer students are absolutely essential for water patrols, talking to the public and handing out moisture and water gauges to those interested. Two are required to avoid harassment and provide protection in late evening. They hand out warnings and record violations. Any difficult situations are reported to bylaw. Patrols need to vary early morning, late evening and weekends. Patrols now coincide at times with bear patrols. Many students are hired for parks: cutting grass, weeding, etc. Summer students for the W.R.A.C. must have the same priority for a reduction in summer watering to be successful.

Background The Water Resource Advisory Committee is part of the Official Community Plan under Water Policies: 3.2.3 and states in part that it is Council policy to: 1. Aggressively pursue water conservation measures and efforts aimed at managing demand for water, including the summer water conservation program etc. 2. Undertake ongoing water demand management as outlined in the city’s Water Conservation Strategy. Committee policy objectives are: 1. To provide information and well-considered advice to council and staff on issues of concern to the public and the city. 2. Provide concrete recommendations for consideration. 2012 Municipal elections were held in the fall of 2011 and all committees were cancelled. The city then advertised for volunteers to any committee of choice. This change was successful for W.R.A.C., which now has a dedicated, active and involved

to one hour. Previous sprinkling coincided with peak household use, putting a high demand on the pumping system. There was initial confusion from the public as the newspapers published sprinkling times from the old bylaws, not the new times. The public seemed receptive to the changes during the early patrols in May to mid-July. A definite shift in attitude was noted this year. We are receiving more and more complaints about “my neighbours” and their watering habits. It is very discouraging to the silent majority who try to do the right thing and see so many ignoring the rules and wasting water. Most of the public were friendly and willing to talk about water conservation during patrols. Many expressed a better understanding of the need to reduce consumption and wated to discuss tips to maintain lawns and gardens in a dry climate.

Summary The Water Resource Advisory Committee holds monthly meetings on the second Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. Anyone is invited to attend. May through September is particularly busy, attending events and directing summer students. The priorty for 2013 continues to be the reduction of summer watering. The consumption in summer is three to four times that of winter. Homeowners have no idea the amount of water that is needed for lawsn and gardens and results in excessive consumption. There is a huge cost to taxpayers to maintain residential and city green spaces. This committee’s intent is to promote the use of manual water meters at a cost of $20.00 to $50.00 for homeowners, depending on need. It is a relatively cheap option to reduce complaints about going to work early in the morning or it being too dark out to water.

Oscillating sprinklers are inexpensive but are susceptible to wind and tend to water driveways and sidewalks. The use of impulse sprinklers will be encouraged. Rain gauges and moisture gauges will be given out free to help homeowners understand when watering is required. In Summary The City of Merritt has contracted numerous reports on water conservation at considerable expense over the last decade. All of these reports state that water meters are the only solution and in fact are part of the Official Community Plan. To date, there has been no action by this or previous councils. The flat rate for water use on taxes is grossly unfair to those who use little water subsidizing those who use more. In fact, the flat rate does not reflect the actual cost of water consumption. This committee urges council to set the date of 2016 to commence installation of residential water meters.

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VICTORIA – After shaking up the B.C. government’s financial affairs, Auditor General John Doyle will be replaced by a new financial watchdog when his six-year term expires at the end of May. Rules for the fivemember MLA committee that appoints auditors require them to maintain secrecy on who didn’t support Doyle’s reappointment, which required unanimous support. NDP leader Adrian Dix said it’s clear it was one or more B.C. Liberal MLAs who voted against Doyle’s reappointment. “This is clearly a bad decision, not one that the NDP sup-

ports, not one that I support,” Dix said Monday. Opposition MLAs cite Doyle’s reports criticizing the recent buildup of BC Hydro debt and the state of B.C.’s forest inventory in the wake of a devastating pine beetle epidemic as likely reasons why Doyle wasn’t reappointed. Doyle is also leading a court action seeking release of detailed defence lawyer billings for former ministerial aides Dave Basi and Bobby Virk, whose $6 million in legal costs were covered by the province after they pleaded guilty to breach of trust in the 2002 sale of BC Rail operations. Dix called Monday for Premier Christy Clark to intervene and

ask the MLA committee to reconsider its decision to hire a new auditor. A spokesman for the premier quickly ruled that option out. Ben Chin, Clark’s communications director, said Clark has maintained a policy of not interfering in legislative committees, such as a cosmetic pesticide committee that disagreed with her call for a ban. “You can’t send the committee back to work because you don’t like the conclusion they reach,” Chin said. Vernon-Monashee MLA Eric Foster, who chairs the selection committee, said there were no “marching orders” given to B.C. Liberal MLAs by the caucus or the premier. Foster refused to com-

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Salient suggestions for 2013 I’m not one for making resolutions, simply because I’m a typical person and they will fall by the wayside. Instead, marking the start of a new year, here are some suggestions for changes I’d like to see happen in Kamloops in 2013. First, could city council please end the series of soap-opera-like interrogations of folks who show up begging to keep their third, fourth or fifth dogs? It’s unnecessary and, in some instances, downright cruel to sit at that horseshoe and ask these folks why they can’t just give up one of their dogs. Do none of the councillors own pets? If they did, they’d understand many people would give up their firstborn before they’d part with Fido. The reason there’s a constant stream of people asking council for forgiveness is because our city leaders don’t enforce the bylaw. Council’s time would be better spent analyzing why people don’t comply and perhaps coming up with strategies to accommodate these “special” cases that do not require public humiliation as they try to explain why their pets should be spared. While we’re looking at compliance problems, let’s also do something to resolve this annoying, resource-draining bar-flush problem. There are many ways to start. How about calling a meeting of all the bar owners in town to talk about the silly things they do, such as opening the doors at 7 p.m., knowing full well the headliner won’t go on for another three or four — or five — hours, leaving that huge gap of space for these folks to do little more than drink?

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Emily Wessel Merritt MINUTE The onset of a new year always brings stories of new bundles of joy as parents and communities around the world welcome New Year’s babies, who have Jan. 1 birthdays. This year, Merritt is home to B.C.’s first baby of 2013 to local parents Geraldine and David James. Born two minutes after the stroke of midnight, David Jr. was considerably more eager to meet the world than

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some of his birthdaymates. Aberley Jean Mcdougall, Vernon’s New Year’s baby, waited until 4:05 p.m. on Tuesday to make her first appearance. Baby Niguel Japson, who took Kelowna’s New Year’s baby title, held out until 7:15 p.m. In Akron, Ohio, cousins Aiden and Donavyn missed the New Year’s baby mark by about half a day, although their story is still unusual. Their mothers, twin sisters Aimee and Ashlee Nelson, told the Akron Beacon Journal that they didn’t plan their pregnancies to be simultaneous, and that they actually expected the boys about a week apart.

Parents in Plano, Texas, celebrated the new year with the arrival of their New Year’s triplets — Clawson, Genevieve and Enid were all born between 12:03 a.m. and 12:05 a.m. Last year, a couple from Buffalo, N.Y. welcomed twins with different birth days and years. Baby Ronan was born just before midnight on the last day of 2011, and his younger brother Rory entered the world just after midnight on Jan. 1, 2012. The same thing happened in Minneapolis, Minn., where Stephanie Peterson delivered son Beckett at 6:40 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and his twin sister Freya about six hours later, putting her birthday in a

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The gang squad has done its job, so how about a “drunk squad” that can wander into these establishments and perhaps escort some of the folks who are well past intoxication and showing no signs of slowing down out to a cab or a cruiser for a ride home? And, while we’re at it, is there nothing more bartenders can do to ensure they’re not feeding the problem? KTW’s managing editor, Christopher Foulds, has said it more times than he needs to — it’s time for our MP to come clean on her expenses. And, my using that term, it’s not to imply there’s anything untoward with how much Cathy McLeod has been spending since we sent her to Ottawa. It’s just simple fairness; her government has passed Bill C-377, which forces unions to make their finances and expenses public, so our MPs should be required to do the same. So, Cathy, time to open the books and tell us all what you spent, why you spent it and why it shouldn’t matter at all when the next federal election rolls around. Speaking of elections, a provincial vote will be held in 130 days — aren’t we all counting them down? — and it would be nice to see more of us get off our butts and vote. In 2009, Kamloops did a bit better than the provincial average — a shameful 50 per cent. In the Kamloops-North Thompson riding, the one that had long been represented by Kevin Krueger, 51.6 per cent of eligible voters went to the polls, giving Terry Lake a mandate. In Kamloops-South Thompson, where Krueger moved when his colleague Claude Richmond retired, 53.23 per cent voted him into office. Voting isn’t hard. You go to the poll, show your card, stand behind the cardboard protector, mark your X and leave. Sure, you may have to wait a while, but it’s a small cost to pay to exercise a right that your grandparents and great-grandparents likely fought for — and perhaps died for — to ensure you can have that right. In our family, acknowledging that right is more important than who gets the X, hence the fact we have a Green member and NDP, Liberal and Conservative supporters. (Mind you, three of those are Ontario party representations, where Liberals are really Liberals and Conservatives aren’t reformed Reformers.)

Dear Editor, I am writing this letter for the purpose of securing assistance in addressing some significant issues I am experiencing within the current Family Maintenance Enforcement Program system. I reside as a single person and am employed full time in the tow truck industry. I have been working as a driver now since 1977 when a back injury ended my employment in the logging industry. I do not have any other trades/skills that would afford me employment in any other industry. Recently, if it hadn’t been for my current employer, I would not have been able to financially retain my license and tickets required to maintain my employment. This is due to my current struggle/ debt with Family Maintenance Enforcement Program. I must also state that the recent airing of reality T.V. series Highway to Hell has created a significant drop in the traffic on the highway, which I rely on for my livelihood, which has also decreased the amount of income I am currently receiving. My ex-wife received a letter from Family Maintenance Enforcement Program recently stating that any amount they felt I owed to that previous partner

would then supersede monies already outstanding for the support of my children. The Family Maintenance Enforcement Program is extremely difficult to understand and maneuver through. I was not initially aware that the onus would be upon me to file in court each time there was a variance in employment or income, so there were many times, initially, over the first few years, that I was registered with the program that I did not seek those variances. This has resulted in the accruing of a debt, just for the maintenance of my children, that well exceeds $80,000 currently. The amount that I have been charged in penalties/interest is excessive and also inconsistent. I can demonstrate within the paperwork I have received that there seems to be no consistent formula used to determine interest amounts. I say this because the difference in interest charges for some months as opposed to others is significant. Months that have the same number of days and during which my arrears amount is more, I have been charged less in interest than in previous months when the arrears amount was less, yet the same number of days was calculated. There have actually been months where my penal-

Voght St. at Nicola Ave. dangerous Dear Editor, I, Gilbert Mike, am writing to city council about concerns at the Voght Street and Nicola Avenue traffic lights. It’s a major concern for all the public. It totally needs a left turnonly signal. And the other concern is that the light turns red too early. You have to run to get where you are going. I was here last when Nadia Clarke was councillor here in Merritt. Merritt ministry told me that you are who I talked to, not them. One more thing, I don’t get paid. I do it for the people.

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ties have come close to being more than the actual payment due. I am willing to pay my child support, but am becoming overwhelmed by the immensity of my debt and the problems I have experienced in addressing payment issues. It is difficult to manage the stress that is resulting from my inclusion in this program. I receive letters monthly demanding payment while threatening loss of my license that would result in unemployment as well as jail time. The withholding of my license and/or jail time would benefit no one in this situation as I would be even less able to meet my payment requirements. I am struggling with depression that is being instigated by what seems like an endless situation. It is my fear that should my life continue to be impacted in this way, it could result in my sobriety ending due to the immense pressure I am experiencing. It is disturbing to live life consistently receiving threats, both verbal and written, from FMEP regarding a debt that far exceeds what is manageable in my situation. Dwight Everett MacMillan Merritt, B.C.

Setting it Straight In the Merritt Herald’s Tuesday, Jan. 8 issue on page 3, one type of dancing at the lieutenantgovernor’s reception was incorrectly stated as Irish dancing. It was Scottish highland dancing.

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The Nicola Valley Extreme Weather Shelter is rapidly taking shape at its new home. Since Friday, a team of volunteers has been moving equipment and supplies from the shelterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s temporary location at 1999 Voght St. to its new address at 1937 Quilchena Ave. Members of the shelter team have been transferring bunk beds and mattresses, along with other furniture and various kitchen

supplies to the new site. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will be in the new location on Monday,â&#x20AC;? board member for the Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society Ryan Reid said on Thursday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not going very far and, ultimately, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a much better space for us.â&#x20AC;? The previous extreme weather shelter saw a steady flow of people make use of the facility and its services in December. While shift captain Flo Campbell has been away from the shelter

since Dec. 23, she said sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seen first-hand the flow of people using the emergency facility. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As far as I know, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had people in there every night,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think there was maybe one night where they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any guests.â&#x20AC;? Last year, as many as 13 people were reported to have used the emergency shelter in one night. That was when temperatures dipped well below zero in January. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exactly what Campbell expects could

happen this month in the new location, which â&#x20AC;&#x201D; unlike the former building â&#x20AC;&#x201D; has a larger area to accommodate any increase in usage, as well as a laundry facility. Reid said the new location is an overall improvement from the last. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unfortunate we werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to start [at the Quilchena Ave. location] because it has much better space, and is much better suited to our needs.â&#x20AC;? Reid added that the former location served

its purpose without people abusing their privileges. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything has gone very smoothly and we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had any problems with the patrons or anything like that.â&#x20AC;? The extreme weather shelter is looking for volunteers to fill shifts, Campbell added. Six paid shift captains and between 35 and 40 volunteers currently operate the shelter.

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AT TH THE E TIME TIME JE JESUS SUS WAS WA BO BORN OR THE WORLD WAS IN ROUGH SHAPE. Rome was the ruler. We read in Daniel 2 that at this time the king had a dream. In the dream the king saw an image of a man. When Daniel came to tell the king the meaning of the image he explained that each part of the image represented a different world empire. The legs represented Rome. Daniel said the legs would be hard as iron and as iron broke things to pieces so would Rome. The Romans were hard, cruel and after power. When Jesus was born, when the wise men came to see Him, the king wanted them to tell him where to Ă&#x20AC;nd the child. An angel warned them not to go back. When the king saw that the wise men were not going to come back, he had all the little boys killed to be sure that he had destroyed the right one as the king was after power for himself. The Jewish leaders of church and state were much like the Romans.

They were after money, power and praise. The priesthood was not as it was ordained of God but was bought and sold as needed to bring money and fame. The Romans hired Jews to be tax collectors. They were told how much to collect and they were given wages for their services. However, the greed for money made them dishonest. They overcharged and kept the extra for themselves. They were disliked and rich. The priest made rules, and the people had to live by them or be punished. The priest did this to make himself look like God, and the people believed the priest was following God. This was the clandestine of the State and the people that were at the head when Jesus came. Jesus grew up under them, but He did not go along with their rules for He was taught the word of God and not of men. The Baby came to help you and me to be ready for eternal life.

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Merritt’s library is not your grandmother’s library. Gone are the days of the stuffy, dust-caked bookshelves and the eternal shushing — libraries have rarely been more exciting than now, says library manager Deborah Merrick. Merrick, 52, is nearing retirement from her career in the library system, but all it takes is one conversation with her to realize her passion hasn’t dwindled. “Libraries are different than they used to be,” Merrick said. “We’re much more diverse places. It used to be that you go in because you want a book. There might even be a puzzle on the shelf for you. As our society gets more complex, so do libraries. It’s a fascinating time to work in libraries.” The Sechelt-born, Kamloopsraised Merrick moved to Merritt in 1989 for her position with the city’s library, and although the job brought her here, the people of Merritt kept her here. “The people in this community are really warm,” she said. Since Merrick’s arrival, the library has begun to offer many

new resources, including an Internet database of every current newspaper published around the world, interactive instructional language programs, snowshoes, and video games. The library also runs programs for all ages, from story time for youngsters to ebook and computer classes. “We had a fellow in here the other day who was 77-years-old, and he had never, ever walked through the doors of a library before. His buddy across the street was 90 when he learned how to use computers. And so he’s going to come in and he’s going to take computer classes.” Merrick said her goal is to get everybody in town into the library at some point so she can find some material for them. “From the little kid down the street from you to grandma who lives up the street from you, everybody gets something from the library. And we give it all for free,” she said. Still, one thing about libraries has remained unchanged since Merrick started her library career at age 24. “Libraries are the equalizers,” she said. “You get access to free information, which is a really important thing.”

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Are you in shape to watch hockey? DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN For those of you who are not aware, the NHL announced this week that they will be back in business in the very near future. If you listen to the media, some fans are complaining that the season will be substantially shorter due to all

the previously cancelled games. However, I like to think positively. To me, the shorter season means that every game is crucial to where each team will sit in the standings when the regular season ends. Regardless of your feelings on the NHL lockout, it is my job to try and have you physically fit enough to handle the long hours of sitting in front of the television while trying to get your NHL fix. Thus, I have listed a few stretches for you to do between periods and after watching a game. For all of you out

there who don’t watch hockey but like to simply watch different programs on TV, these stretches will work for you as well. The last comment I would like to make is that these stretches can also be used while watching our hometown Merritt Centennials! Just because the NHL is getting started does not mean that we can now ignore our Centennials! 1. Lean forward to stretch and take the pressure off the lower back. Even if you do not feel a stretch, it is still good to release the muscle tension in the lower back.

Hold for 20 seconds while breathing normally. Repeat four times.

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NARAYAN MITRA You Gotta Have FAITH Continued from Jan. 3 For a moment, the world was startled into dread. People took up their Bibles to read the story of Christ. On every page blank spaces faced them. The story of the shepherds, the Sermon on the Mount, the lost sheep and the prodigal son, that of the dying thief, the cross of Calvary and the Easter morning - every word

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love try to remember what the world would be without Him who came at the first Christmas. Think of what it would mean but for Christ and His atonement. Let us thank God for Christ has come! The eternal Son of God came down with the flesh of very man wrapped round His Godhead. Thank God for the angelic message of that Christmas long ago: Unto us is born this day...Christ the Lord. The views expressed in this column don’t necessarily reflect those of the Merritt Herald and its staff. The Herald welcomes qualified writers with views on this or other faiths to submit their work to newsroom@merrittherald.com, to be considered for publication.

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Man charged for spitting at officer Assault on police officer On Dec. 23, 2012 at around 2 a.m., Merritt RCMP observed a local 19-year-old man who was highly intoxicated leaving a local licensed establishment. The male was arrested when it was determined that he could not take care of himself. The male did not comply with police direction upon arrival at the detachment. He became very agitated while being booked into cells and deliberately spat in the face of the investigating police officer. The man is now facing charges of assaulting a police officer. He was released from custody when he sobered up and will appear in provincial court in February 2013. As a condition of his release, he is not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs unless prescribed by a doctor.

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FEATURE HOMES Executive 2 BR, 2 bath, Rancher close to the golf course With Central Air, JennAir stovetop, Jacuzzi tub in main bath Oak HW floors, bright open kitchen with large island Bonus room above the garage. M3849

$299,000

2 bedroom bungalow in popular strata No kids, no rentals & self managed complex With new roof, carpet & paint Quick possession possible $269,000 M3834

NEW LISTINGS

• Large 7 BR, 4 ½ bath home • Potential legal suite • Plus In-law suite on main • Mill Creek Cabinets 1

$329,000

• 4 Plex - Investors • 4 Large Suites • Close to downtown • Double Lot, Great Location M3862

408,800

M3863

• Bench Location 4 BR, 2 Bath home • HW floors and vinyl windows on main • Potential legal suite, potential 5th BR • All appliances included

• • • • •

$279,000

$495,000

M3865

Gorgeous 4 bedroom, 3 bath family home On a O.63 acre parcel bordering Nicola River Dining Room with access to private deck Upper floor with 37 x 18 rec room, 2 car garage and So Much More! M3866

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• Enjoy views of the Coldwater River. • Includes 60x30 insulated and heated shop • 44x90 clear span barn perfect for your horses. • 15 acres w/comfortable1100 SF Modular Home

• 160 acres of seclusion & privacy • Endless trails surrounded by Crown land • Land is fenced • 10 kms from the paved highway

• 40 Acre Hobby Farm • 3 BR home w/full bsmt, 2 baths and sunny kichen/ • Living room with woodstove. Fenced into 3 pastures & 2 small paddocks, with round pen and exercise arena. • 6 stall Barn, and a creek

• Beautiful 3700 sq ft custom log home on 5 acres • Overlooking the valley. 4 BRs, vaulted ceilings, large kitchen • Basement has media room and spacious rec room • 3 Bay Garage. Gorgeous landscaping

• Gorgeous 4 BR log home with f/bsmt on 4 acres • Spacious rooms, vaulted ceilings, several outbuildings • Beautiful landscaping, Large barn w/5 box stalls • 3 Grazing pastures

$599,000

$535,000

$499,000

• • • • •

M3842

Location-Got it! Spacious Living- Got it! Immaculate 3 level – 6 bedrooms, 5and ½ bath home, 5 piece ensuite Huge master suite w/sitting area, walk-in closet Large 3 bay garage-RV parking.

$459,900

M3837

• • • •

M3815

Riverfront Acreage with beautiful 2 year old modular Home has open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, 3 BRs 2 Baths, Has Engineered Pad created for a shop 9.62 riverfront property with fenced pasture

$449,000

M3857

M3861

• Executive 5 bdrm, 4 bath family home • Amazing chef’s kitchen w/ granite countertops • Remodeled bsmt & main bathrooms • Inground pool & private backyard

• Most amazing views • Huge shop • Updated, one level home • Near Mamette Lake

$439,000

$398,000

M3826

M3858

M3850

• New amazing 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher • with full unfinished bsmt. • 9 ft. ceilings, large bright design. • Quality built & Home warranty. M3801

$369,000

M3847

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www.realtor.ca

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Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep

John Issac Sales Rep

Claudette Edenoste Broker

Debra Schindler Personal Real Estate Corp.

250-315-5178

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D!! SOL

• • • •

Beautiful 3 BR home with high-end quality finishing Kitchen has Travertine tile, granite counters, and Mill Creek cabinets. LR with H/W floors Gas F/P, Ensuite w/Jacuzzi tub. Huge rec room

$359,000

M3855

• Level entry 6 bedroom, 3 bath home • Beautiful detail throughout, many updates to flooring, moldings, paint and wainscoting, new toilets.

• New roof in 2012, Potential for legal suite.

$359,000

M3860

• • • •

Wonderful family home on quiet cul-de-sac 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

$349,000

• Well maintained 3 BR, 2 bath home

• On a quiet cul-de-sac and close to amenities • Open floor plan, Vaulted ceilings • Kitchen has cabinets galore& • Access to partially covered deck

$339,900

M3727

•

M3859

• • • •

Beautiful Home features Granite counter tops HW and ceramic flooring, 10 ft ceilings Crown moldings, Central Air, U/G sprinklers Covered deck and double garage.

$339,000

M3854

• • • •

New amazing 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher Quality built, Home warranty applies Amazing kitchen 9 ft ceilings and large bright design

$339,000 •

• • • •

Bright & beautiful 5 bdrm, 3 bath family Bench home New flring, gas f/place, more… Large bedrooms, potential suite, lge oak kitch Must be views to appreciate all it has to offer

$329,000

M3848

LOGAN LAKE M3828

• • • •

Well maintained 1 owner home 7 bdrms & 4 baths + 2 bdrm legal ste New flring, h/w tank & boiler Mbdrm w/ w/i closet, full enste w/ Jacuzzi

$299,900

M3819

• • • •

Executive 2 BR, 2 bath, Rancher close to golf course Central Air, JennAir stovetop, Jacuzzi tub in main Oak HW floors, bright open kitchen with lg island Bonus room above the garage.

$299,000

M3849

CE!! I R P NEW

• • • •

Well maintained, secure bldging Updated condo, central location Strata incl heat h/w, cable, caretaker & yd maint. Small pets allowed

$125,000 •

• • • •

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

$285,000

M3794

•

• • • •

2 bdrm bungalow in popular strata No kids, no rentals & self managed New roof, carpet & paint Quick possession

$269,000 •

• • • • •

2 level home in Lower Nicola Lge fenced yd w/ fruit trees 36x12 covered deck + nice patio area 2bdrms up/1 down, master has enste Finished bsmt w/ famrm & w/s area

$260,000

M3834

M3811

• • • •

Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!

$235,000 •

• • • • M3689

Enjoy this 1.92 Acres in Lower Nicola w/ 2 BR mobile Mobile has lovely addition with spacious LR, laundry & Large Mstr BR with walk-in closet. Back deck leads out to fire pit area

$219,000

M3856

• • • •

Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse Heat pump, a/c, high efficiency appliances Gas fireplace & many extras Low maintenance property

$217,000

M3729

• • • •

Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout

$206,500

M3761

• • • •

Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse End unit-includes all appliances PRICED TO SELL!! 24 hour notice required

$199,900 •

M3741

• • • •

M3808

$198,000 •

•

$187,000

M3821

•

• • • •

SxS duplex w/ reno’s Lam flring, paint, vinyl windows Front driveway + lots of parking Shared garage & shed

$182,000 •

• • • • M3813

Well maintained 2 bedroom rancher In central location, Nice and spacious LR, bright sunny kitchen, Beautifully landscaped Yard Plenty of RV parking

$174,500

M3853

•

• Bright, quiet and comfortable strata retirement home • This home is wheelchair accessible - large rooms • Gated community within walking distance to downtown • 2 large bedrooms, 5 piece bathroom with separate walk-in shower.

$169,000 •

M3833

• • • •

Nice 3 BR, 2 full baths, half duplex 1 car attached garage & fenced yard New roof ’07, Large Master BR. Open floor plan, Option to purchase entire duplex

$169,000 •

M3852

• • • •

Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back

$165,000 •

• • • • M3365

2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!

$164,500

M3795

• • • •

Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated

$160,000 •

M3744

• • • •

$144,000 •

M3809

M3839 Fabulous views 4 bdrm home w/in-law basement suite Large fenced back yard Two car garage, central vac and more $210,000 M3802

Superior d/t location Close to shops & groceries Twin seal windows, full size garage Mill Creek cabinets, security system

2 bdrm, 2 bath manufactured home Sits on its own lot Open floor plan, upgraded appliances Stop renting-build equity

All Units Rented 2 Year Old Roof Lots of parking space Short walk to city centre

• • • •

$249,000 •

Nice 3 BR, 2 full Bath, half duplex Large Fam Room on Main w/2 BRs, Kitchen And L.R. on 2nd storey. Fenced back yard With shed and single garage.

$159,000 •

Guichon Creek flows thru property Lots of grass for grazing Farm setting Easy access M3810

S!! ITLE T O TW

M3851

LOTS AND ACREAGE • • • •

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 •

• • • •

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 •

• • • •

M3692

M3758

$79,000

M3534

• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change •

$89,000 • • • •

$99,000 • • • •

M3707

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

•

M3827

Extra large double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads

$100,000

$149,900 • • • •

$199,000

$205,000

$217,000 •

• Alley access, walking distance to downtown

$159,000

NEW

CE!! I R P

M3864

• • • •

3 bedroom, 1 bath Rancher Walking distance to downtown Newer Furnace Fully fenced yard

$155,000 •

• • • • M3843

Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home

$149,500 •

M3751

• • • •

Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access

$135,000 •

M3792

• • • •

2+ bdrm home on a good sized lot Open plan for kitch, dinrm & lvgrm Roof, electrical approval Fully fenced yard & lots of parking

$125,000 •

• • • • M3814

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

$120,000 •

M3797

$220,000 •

M3603

E!!

Cute & cozy 3 bdrm bungalow Huge 51x150’ lot Covered deck to enjoy the mtn views

$120,000

• • • •

Nice little home and yard Upgrades to roof, plumbing, electrical Fenced yard with lane access Good parking and storage

$108,000 •

M3841

• • • •

Affordable revenue property Lvgrm, kitchen & laundy rm on main Upper flr has 3 bdrms & full bath Vinyl windows & fully fenced front yd

$113,000 •

L3823

• • • •

Solid 2 bedroom home Vinyl windows, 100 amp service Close to town centre, lane access Fully fenced yard

$95,000 •

• • • • M3840

2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof in 2010

$76,900 •

• • • • M3486

Great views of the Nicola River & Merritt Golf course 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath manufactured home 2 b/I china cabinets, lge bay window Electric f/p, window a/c & ensuite

$69,000 •

L3824

• • • •

Great starter home or retirement 2 bdrm double wide w/ sun deck and ensuite Coldwater River is close by Riverside Mobile Home Park

$58,000 •

M3787

• • • •

$49,900

M3844

HE CACEEK CR

• • • • M3478

Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home 18x20 interlocking driveway 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed

$44,000 •

M3607

• • • •

Bright & open describe this 2 bdrm, 1 bath home Laminate flring, skylight, lge bdrms Open kitchen, dinrm & lvgrm Lge yd w/ mature trees

$35,000 •

M3755

• • • •

Nice park w/ river across the road 3 bdrm home w/ good sized fenced yard Laminate flring in main areas New tub surround & lino in bathroom

$30,000 •

M3796

• • • •

Excellent downtown location Chain linked fencing all around perimeter Includes forklift, bobcat Will consider a lease w/ option to buy

$395,000 •

M3829

• • • •

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

$440,000 •

L3779

• 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

• • • •

• $850,000

$221,500

M3697

Nothing to do but move in! 2x6 construction and walk-out bsmt Backing on to Greenbelt New roof, 40 Gal HW Tank Much much more

$285,000

Stop paying rent! Buy your own home 3 bdrm, 2 bath rancher Appliances included

Great starter or investment 5 bdrms on lge corner lot New kitch, bathrms, flring throughout New h/e furnace, a/c roof, windows… M3818

• • • •

Great starter or retirement home 2 lots for the price of 1 4 bdrms, 2 bathrooms Beautiful views

$279,900 •

M3805

!! IGHE!! H E MIL PRIC NEW

M3807

M3832

Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake 3km to Quilchena Hotel Close to Merritt & Kamloops Private access to lake

$349,000

• • • •

• • • • •

Seclusion & privacy, off the grid living 20 acres 9 kms from Merritt toward Lilly Lake All new fencing & custom made gateway Creek & 2 water holes, perfect weekend getaway

• • • • M3495

Great Investment/Starter home Totally Updated 4 bdrm, ½ Duplex Spacious rec room, new bath, laundry Bedroom in basement Private yard,

M3728

24 acres in beautiful Sunshine Valley Treed lot, very private, easy access Many potential building sites Hydro & phone lines to property line

Spacious 4 bdrm home Family neighborhood, awesome deck Huge Jacuzzi tub & pool table All appliances & window coverings $258,000 M3806 •

• • • •

M3780

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

•

• • • •

M3749

0.76 acre riverfront building lot The location is second to none 260+ feet of river frontage Quiet cul-de-sac, bring your building ideas!!

•

• • • •

Nicola Lakeshore Estates Amazing lake view lot in Phase 2 Build your dream home Tons of recreation to choose from!!

•

• • • •

Good sized lot Ok for double wide City services @ prop line Mountain view in a quiet area

•

• • • •

M3846

• • • •

Hi-end haven recreational property 2 story log home at Mile High Estates Wood stove, wood flrs throughout Gourmet kitch w/ custom cabinets

$435,000

! IVE! S U L EXC

FT!! O R C ASH

• Striving for perfection?? • Home of distinction, 5 bdrms, 3.5 baths • Custom quality construction

• • • •

• 3036sqft on 1.9 acres Heated oversized garage

• Master on main w/ enste

$525,000

M3820

M3822

Completely redone & gorgeous New windows, siding, roof, h/w tank New kitchen, floors & electrical Solarium off dinrm, the list goes on…. $255,000 M3817 •

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www.royallepage.ca/merritt

www.realtor.ca

Tom McDonagh Broker

250-378-6181

Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep

John Issac Sales Rep

Claudette Edenoste Broker

Debra Schindler Personal Real Estate Corp.

250-315-5178

250-378-1586

250-280-0689

250-315-3548

kbonneteau@telus.net

tmcdonagh@telus.net

johnissac@telus.net

Lynda Property Manager

250-378-6181

D!! SOL

• • • •

Beautiful 3 BR home with high-end quality finishing Kitchen has Travertine tile, granite counters, and Mill Creek cabinets. LR with H/W floors Gas F/P, Ensuite w/Jacuzzi tub. Huge rec room

$359,000

M3855

• Level entry 6 bedroom, 3 bath home • Beautiful detail throughout, many updates to flooring, moldings, paint and wainscoting, new toilets.

• New roof in 2012, Potential for legal suite.

$359,000

M3860

• • • •

Wonderful family home on quiet cul-de-sac 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

$349,000

• Well maintained 3 BR, 2 bath home

• On a quiet cul-de-sac and close to amenities • Open floor plan, Vaulted ceilings • Kitchen has cabinets galore& • Access to partially covered deck

$339,900

M3727

•

M3859

• • • •

Beautiful Home features Granite counter tops HW and ceramic flooring, 10 ft ceilings Crown moldings, Central Air, U/G sprinklers Covered deck and double garage.

$339,000

M3854

• • • •

New amazing 3 bedroom, 2 bath rancher Quality built, Home warranty applies Amazing kitchen 9 ft ceilings and large bright design

$339,000 •

• • • •

Bright & beautiful 5 bdrm, 3 bath family Bench home New flring, gas f/place, more… Large bedrooms, potential suite, lge oak kitch Must be views to appreciate all it has to offer

$329,000

M3848

LOGAN LAKE M3828

• • • •

Well maintained 1 owner home 7 bdrms & 4 baths + 2 bdrm legal ste New flring, h/w tank & boiler Mbdrm w/ w/i closet, full enste w/ Jacuzzi

$299,900

M3819

• • • •

Executive 2 BR, 2 bath, Rancher close to golf course Central Air, JennAir stovetop, Jacuzzi tub in main Oak HW floors, bright open kitchen with lg island Bonus room above the garage.

$299,000

M3849

CE!! I R P NEW

• • • •

Well maintained, secure bldging Updated condo, central location Strata incl heat h/w, cable, caretaker & yd maint. Small pets allowed

$125,000 •

• • • •

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

$285,000

M3794

•

• • • •

2 bdrm bungalow in popular strata No kids, no rentals & self managed New roof, carpet & paint Quick possession

$269,000 •

• • • • •

2 level home in Lower Nicola Lge fenced yd w/ fruit trees 36x12 covered deck + nice patio area 2bdrms up/1 down, master has enste Finished bsmt w/ famrm & w/s area

$260,000

M3834

M3811

• • • •

Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!

$235,000 •

• • • • M3689

Enjoy this 1.92 Acres in Lower Nicola w/ 2 BR mobile Mobile has lovely addition with spacious LR, laundry & Large Mstr BR with walk-in closet. Back deck leads out to fire pit area

$219,000

M3856

• • • •

Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse Heat pump, a/c, high efficiency appliances Gas fireplace & many extras Low maintenance property

$217,000

M3729

• • • •

Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout

$206,500

M3761

• • • •

Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse End unit-includes all appliances PRICED TO SELL!! 24 hour notice required

$199,900 •

M3741

• • • •

M3808

$198,000 •

•

$187,000

M3821

•

• • • •

SxS duplex w/ reno’s Lam flring, paint, vinyl windows Front driveway + lots of parking Shared garage & shed

$182,000 •

• • • • M3813

Well maintained 2 bedroom rancher In central location, Nice and spacious LR, bright sunny kitchen, Beautifully landscaped Yard Plenty of RV parking

$174,500

M3853

•

$169,000 •

M3833

• • • •

Nice 3 BR, 2 full baths, half duplex 1 car attached garage & fenced yard New roof ’07, Large Master BR. Open floor plan, Option to purchase entire duplex

$169,000 •

M3852

• • • •

Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back

$165,000 •

• • • • M3365

2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!

$164,500

M3795

• • • •

Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated

$160,000 •

M3744

• • • •

$144,000 •

M3809

M3839 Fabulous views 4 bdrm home w/in-law basement suite Large fenced back yard Two car garage, central vac and more $210,000 M3802

Superior d/t location Close to shops & groceries Twin seal windows, full size garage Mill Creek cabinets, security system

2 bdrm, 2 bath manufactured home Sits on its own lot Open floor plan, upgraded appliances Stop renting-build equity

All Units Rented 2 Year Old Roof Lots of parking space Short walk to city centre

• • • •

$249,000 •

Nice 3 BR, 2 full Bath, half duplex Large Fam Room on Main w/2 BRs, Kitchen And L.R. on 2nd storey. Fenced back yard With shed and single garage.

$159,000 •

Guichon Creek flows thru property Lots of grass for grazing Farm setting Easy access M3810

S!! ITLE T O TW

M3851

LOTS AND ACREAGE • • • •

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 •

• • • •

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 •

• • • •

M3692

M3758

$79,000

M3534

• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change •

$89,000 • • • •

$99,000 • • • •

M3707

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

•

M3827

Extra large double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads

$100,000

$149,900 • • • •

$199,000

$205,000

$217,000 •

• Alley access, walking distance to downtown

$159,000

NEW

CE!! I R P

M3864

• • • •

3 bedroom, 1 bath Rancher Walking distance to downtown Newer Furnace Fully fenced yard

$155,000 •

• • • • M3843

Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home

$149,500 •

M3751

• • • •

Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access

$135,000 •

M3792

• • • •

2+ bdrm home on a good sized lot Open plan for kitch, dinrm & lvgrm Roof, electrical approval Fully fenced yard & lots of parking

$125,000 •

• • • • M3814

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

$120,000 •

M3797

$220,000 •

M3603

E!!

Cute & cozy 3 bdrm bungalow Huge 51x150’ lot Covered deck to enjoy the mtn views

$120,000

• • • •

Nice little home and yard Upgrades to roof, plumbing, electrical Fenced yard with lane access Good parking and storage

$108,000 •

M3841

• • • •

Affordable revenue property Lvgrm, kitchen & laundy rm on main Upper flr has 3 bdrms & full bath Vinyl windows & fully fenced front yd

$113,000 •

L3823

• • • •

Solid 2 bedroom home Vinyl windows, 100 amp service Close to town centre, lane access Fully fenced yard

$95,000 •

• • • • M3840

2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof in 2010

$76,900 •

• • • • M3486

Great views of the Nicola River & Merritt Golf course 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath manufactured home 2 b/I china cabinets, lge bay window Electric f/p, window a/c & ensuite

$69,000 •

L3824

• • • •

Great starter home or retirement 2 bdrm double wide w/ sun deck and ensuite Coldwater River is close by Riverside Mobile Home Park

$58,000 •

M3787

• • • •

$49,900

M3844

HE CACEEK CR

• • • • M3478

Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home 18x20 interlocking driveway 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed

$44,000 •

M3607

• • • •

Bright & open describe this 2 bdrm, 1 bath home Laminate flring, skylight, lge bdrms Open kitchen, dinrm & lvgrm Lge yd w/ mature trees

$35,000 •

M3755

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Logan Lake busy with activities Merritt to cheer on our teams. The planning process for the 2013 Varion Cup of Pond Hockey began at the conclusion of last year’s event, and as the start date draws closer, the excitement level increases. With 29 teams in three divisions playing on seven rinks over three days for a total of 91 games, this year’s event is the biggest and best since the Cup began in 2006. Ice conditions were very iffy in December, but once again we were fortunate to have had a cold snap which made the ice preparation and maintenance a welcome chore. The fierce competition begins on Friday, Jan. 18 at noon and runs until 4 p.m. Saturday’s schedule is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the alwayspopular Dolson’s Source for Sports Skills competition to follow. Sunday will feature the playoffs beginning at 9 a.m. and concluding at 2 p.m. with the championship game. And, Kamloops’ Oronge Beernuts are returning to defend their Platinum Division title for the fifth year in a row. The organizational team headed by Dave Prentice is always very vocal in shouting out

BARRIE OGDEN BARRIE’S BANTER All manner of community things are happening in Logan Lake and, no doubt, some of these may be new-toyou events, but let’s start with a combination of entirely new and sparkling repeats. The 2013 Midget Hockey Tournament hosted by Logan Lake Minor Hockey kicks off on Jan. 11 at 5 p.m. at the Rec Centre with the Logan Lake Blazers facing off against the Kamloops Outlaws. A total of six teams will be on the ice throughout the weekend, with the championship final happening at 12:30 p.m. on Jan. 13. The organizing committee has done a first-class job in putting the tournament together while securing a fabulous array of prizes for the raffle draws. Because the Merritt NVIT team is part of the tournament, I hope that Logan Lakers will be joined by folks from

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The Merritt Centennials picked up right where they left off before Christmas, winning their first two games of the new year. Friday night, the Cents got two late goals from Regan Soquila in a thrilling 4-2 decision over the visiting Penticton Vees. It was the first Merritt victory on home ice against a Penticton team since Sept. 29, 2009. Twenty-four hours later, the Centennials scored three unanswered goals in the third period en route to a 6-3 blanketing of the Trail Smoke Eaters. The two weekend victories raise the Centennials’ current winning streak to four games — the longest in the BCHL. Merritt’s record of eight wins and just two losses in their last 10 games is also a league

best. Against the Vees on Saturday, the Centennials hardly looked like a team that hadn’t played a game in 12 days as they came out of the gate hard and took the play to their arch-rivals. Derek Huisman, with a beautiful solo effort, put Merritt up 1-0 just 1:04 into the first period. “Our objective going into the game was to keep things simple,” Cents’ head coach and GM Luke Pierce said. “To get a lead like that gave us a lot of confidence.” It stayed a one-goal game until the 11:08 mark of the second period when newlyacquired Sam Johnson scored his second goal as a Centennial. “[Johnson’s] been very good at both ends of the ice,” Pierce said. “I thought his line at times was the best one on the ice.” The Vees finally got

BCHL STANDINGS to Jan. 08 INTERIOR DIVISION Team

GP W

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Penticton Merritt West Kelowna Salmon Arm Trail Vernon

37 34 35 36 39 36

10 11 11 15 22 17

0 1 2 2 0 0

24 21 14 16 16 12

3 1 8 3 1 7

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1 3 5 5 0

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36 35 36 38 33

9 14 13 17 20

0 0 1 2 1

24 19 17 15 9

3 2 5 4 3

51 40 40 36 22

TAKING DOWN THE VEES Merritt Centennials newcomer Sam Johnson celebrates his goal on Friday night in the Cents’ 4-2 win over the visiting Penticton Vees. It was the first Merritt win over Penticton on home ice in over four years. Ian Webster/Herald

on the board with 1:40 left in the middle frame, as a seemingly harmless centering pass by Troy Stecher deflected off Brock Balson and knuckle-balled its way through the five-hole of Merritt goaltender Tyler Steel. Despite carrying the play, Merritt surrendered the equalizer to Penticton at 3:39 of the third period. Brad McClure took advantage of an odd-man rush to blast a beautiful shot high gloveside past Steel. “That’s what [the Vees] build their whole game on — turnovers and quick transitions,”

Pierce said. “They try to really make you pay for your mistakes.” The score remained deadlocked at 2-2 until there was just 1:19 remaining in regulation time. That’s when ‘Clutch’ Soquila fired a quick shot from the bottom of the left face-off circle that handcuffed the Vees’ Nic Renyard and found the back of the net for the go-ahead goal. The second-year Centennial from Maple Ridge then added insult to injury, scoring an empty-netter from almost the exact same spot to seal the Cents’ win — their

first over a visiting Vees’ squad in over four years. Steel was particularly sharp in stopping all but two of 27 Vees’ shots sent his way. Meanwhile, the Cents peppered 39 shots at young Renyard in the Penticton net. Saturday’s tilt between the Cents and Smokies was very evenly — and rather loosely — played through the first two periods, with each team scoring three times. Johnson and Huisman (with their second each of the weekend) and Jeff Wright tallied for Merritt, while Scott Davidson, Tyler Berkholtz and Luke

Sandler replied for Trail. A tenacious Cents’ forecheck finally got the better of the Smoke Eaters in the third period. Richard Sabourin’s go-ahead goal from the point at the 9:00 mark was followed shortly thereafter by Sebastien Pare’s wicked shot from 15 feet out and then Huisman’s third of the weekend with less than three minutes remaining in regulation time. “We said between periods that we have to go out and earn a win,” Pierce said. “I thought the third period was the best period of hockey we played all weekend.” Steel stopped 20 of 23 shots at the Merritt end of the ice, while a muchbusier Lyndon Stanwood turned aside 24 of 30 shots for Trail. Next up for the Centennials is a Friday night road contest against the Coquitlam Express who are currently languishing in last place in the BCHL’s Mainland Division.

OVERTIME Friday night’s game saw Regan Soquila drop the gloves for just the second time in his BCHL career. The younger brother of former Centennials’ captain Jordan Soquila took exception to Wade Murphy’s hard hit from behind on Sabourin in the second period and engaged the Vees’ forward in a lively scrap. Soquila and Murphy were once teammates on a spring league team in peewee. The third

member of their forward unit was none other than Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, last year’s number one NHL draft pick of the Edmonton Oilers, and a recent star at the World Junior Championships in Ufa, Russia. Another victim of a questionable hit was Merritt’s Scotty Patterson. Late in Saturday’s game, with the outcome already decided, Trail’s Luke Sandler stuck a knee out on the talented Cents’ rookie, who went down hard and had to be helped off the ice at the conclusion of the game. Fortunately, Patterson reported on Monday that his leg was a bit stiff but otherwise good to go. Cents’ coach Pierce gave both Murphy and Sandler the benefit of the doubt with respect to their dubious hits, saying that neither player is known for dirty play and that both incidents happened in the heat of the moment. Cents rookie defenceman Kevin Lohan was acknowledged at Friday’s game as the Mark’s Work Wearhouse Player of the Month for December. The native of Cold Spring Harbour, N. Y., has three goals and eight assists so far in his first BCHL season. “[Kevin’s] just been steadily improving every night,” Pierce said. “He sort of symbolizes our [team] motto which is to get better every game. He’s gone from being a pleasant surprise at training camp to playing every night against the other team’s best line.”

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It took until the fourth quarter for the MSS junior girls’ basketball team to garner their first lead of the game, but once in front, they never looked back. The Panthers got nine points each from Victoria Bob and Montanna Leverre in a thrilling 29-26 come-from-behind victory over the visiting St. Ann’s Crusaders on Monday night at the former Coquihalla Middle School gym.

Coach Leroy Slanzi’s junior girls squad used a stifling zone defence and a strong transition game to wear down the visitors and overcome an early deficit that saw them trailing 13-9 at half-time. With two of his three post players absent for the game, Slanzi got big minutes in the paint from Gabby Zabek who rebounded effectively at both ends of the floor and chipped in with seven points. Guard Ashley Evdokimoss added eight points and

SPORTS SHORTS wing Haley Bennett seven. The all-Grade 9 MSS junior girls team has a busy schedule this week. Wednesday and Thursday, it was slated to play at Brock and Westsyde respectively in Kamloops. Friday, the team is off to Penticton for a two-day tournament. Merritt Secondary’s first game is against Mt. Baker, a AAA-school from Cranbrook that

is ranked eighth in the province. In junior boys’ action on Monday, a very inexperienced MSS team, coached by Brent Bowden, was no match for a veteran Crusaders side that used a strong press to constantly force turnovers. The visitors raced out to a 17-0 lead before the first quarter was over, and then went on to win 63-12. Leading MSS scorer was Jesse Cunningham with four points.

Minor hockey round-up The Merritt Tracker Sports midget reps picked up their third league win of the season on Sunday, defeating Chase 5-4 at the Shulus arena. Riley Barnes’ second goal of the game, with just 5:39 remaining in

the third period, proved to be the winner in the rough-and-tumble contest that saw 54 minutes in penalties handed out. Other Merritt scorers were Zach Sanderson, Malik Miller and Dakota Cox. Kristian Stead picked up the win in net. Also on the weekend, the Merritt LNB atoms defeated Ashcroft 7-1. Scoring for the Jr. Cents were Jacob Buxton (4), Leif Ellingsen, Caleb Bracket and Josh Desmond. During the Christmas holidays, Merritt’s Fountain Tire atom reps attended a tournament in Abbotsford. The team went 3-2 in their five games to finish fourth overall. Round robin wins came over Port Coquitlam (6-3), Aldergrove (7-2) and the host team (4-1). In semifinal action, Merritt lost 3-0 to Mission, then fell 6-3 to Port Coquitlam in the B final.

Scorers for the Merritt atom team were Spencer Vaughan (7), Talon Zakall (6), Ethan Thygesen (4), Matthew Newman (2) and Breanna Ouellet. There’s a busy schedule of minor hockey games at the Shulus arena this weekend: Saturday 1:15 Jr. Girls vs. Ashcroft 3:00 Peewee Reps vs. Winfield 5:15 Bantam House vs Clearwater Sunday 10:30 Bantam Reps vs. Revelstoke 12:45 Peewee Reps vs. Kamloops 3:00 Sr. Girls vs. Kamloops

Pozzobon 26th at MSG Merritt cowboy Ty Pozzobon opened his 2013 Built Ford Tough Series season with a 26th place finish at the Monster Energy

Invitiational at Madison Square Gardens in New York City. Pozzobon was successful on one of his three rides, scoring 83.25 on Bone Handle Friday night. In 2012, Pozzobon finished 20th overall on the BFTS with over $106,000 in earnings from 26 events throughout North America. The next Built Ford Tough event is at the Allstate Arena in Chicago this weekend.

Men’s curling bonspiel this weekend Over 20 teams from around the Okanagan and Lower Mainland are expected to take part in this weekend’s men’s curling bonspiel at the Merritt Curling Centre. The first draw is on Friday at 6 p.m. Action continues all day Saturday through to the A, B and C event finals early Sunday afternoon.

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KEEPING THE DRIVE ALIVE Victoria Bob of the Merritt Secondary School junior girls basketball team takes the ball to the basket against the St. Ann’s Crusaders on Monday night. The MSS Panthers came from behind to defeat the Crusaders 29-26. In junior boys’ play, Merritt fell to St. Ann’’s 63-12. Ian Webster/Herald

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Minor Hockey Week President’s message Jan. 11 - 20, 2013

Shane Jarvie ACTING PRESIDENT Merritt Minor Hockey is having another great season! This year all our house teams are playing in the new Thompson Caribou Super League formed last season. The majority of them are in the top four of their division. Great work players! Our female program continues to grow. This year we were able to have two teams: an Atom/Pewee and a Bantam/Midget team. We anticipate continued growth in the years to come and hope to eventually have a female team in each division. Our Pewee, Bantam, and Midget Rep teams are again playing Tier 3 in the Okanagan Mainline Hockey Association. Our Atom Development team moved up to Tier 2 this year

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and is doing quite well. Feel free to visit omaha.ca to see how all the Merritt teams are doing. Merritt Minor hockey couldn’t survive without the support of the community. We have had great support on the executive this year as almost every position is filled. I would like to thank all the Executives for taking time out of their busy schedules to contribute to the success of our organization. I would also like to thank all the coaches, managers, trainers, house parents, referees, parents, and volunteers for the thankless hours they put in. It is their sacrifices that make us a great association. Though it is not said enough, your efforts are sincerely appreciated. Our goal is to keep registration fees affordable so that every child has the opportunity to play this wonderful game. We could not do this without the generosity of all our

sponsors. I would like to send out a big thank you to each and every one of them. Playing hockey not only develops hockey skills but develop social skills as well, such as team play, respect, leadership, and determination – just to name a few. I find it so rewarding to watch the players develop as the year progresses and all the new friends they make. We should be proud of their efforts on and off the rink. If you drop by the rink on any given Saturday or Sunday you are sure to find one of the Merritt teams playing. Drop by and cheer them on. I wish all the teams success in their upcoming playoffs. I wish you all a happy new year and may all your dreams and aspirations come true in 2013. . Shane Jarvie Acting President Merritt Minor Hockey Association

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Iniation White Timbits/ Alpha Designs Front Row (L-R) Glen Newman, Gavin Shackelly, Issac Asselstine, Kaitlyn Dixon, Lucas Dixon, Jacob Fraser Back Row L-R Willow Johnny, Dylan Ball, Gracie Graham, Jamie Fountain, Charlie Michel Coach John Graham

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GO TEAMS GO! Main Location: 2025 Coutlee Ave., Merritt, BC Ph: 250.378.2332 Mon.-Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9:30-5:30, Closed Sundays & Holidays

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www.merrittherald.com Atom Rec. LNB Construction Inc. Back Row (L-R) Coach’s - Russ Willey, Shayne Cavaliere, Gerry Ellingsen, Dustin Shackelly Middle Row (L-R) Indiana Joe, Brodie Sterling, Isaiah McRae, Leif Ellingsen, Josh Desmond, Tyler McCormack, Hayden Ellis, Luke Narcisse, Caleb Brackett Front Row (L-R) Nicolas Willey, Dawson Campbell, Carson Anscomb, Wade Fountain, Bryce Garcia, Tryton Bose, Bianca Cavaliere, Taylor Shackelly, Janelle Gage Missing - Jacob Buxton, Coltin Smith

Novice Coppers/Timbits Team Players Jed Mcintyre, Leighton Pockrant, Nathan Van Rensburg, Jayden Etchart, Graycin Nicholls, Wyatt Smith, Jordan Ball, Zach Dixon, Cameron Nicholls, Cortez Charters, Korbin Blachford, Max Graham, Mathias Redknap, Robert Sterling, Arwinaya Johnny, Isaac Sheena, Maia Zakall, Gracie Graham, Team Officials Trevor Ball, Christopher Charters, John Graham, Jodi Graham, Shawn Paterson

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Phone: 250-378-5988 Atom Development Fountain Tire First Row (L-R) Tristan Bjarnason, Chase Cooke, Sajjin Lali, Garrett MacDonald, Allison Moore, Mathew Newman, Devon Sahota, Troy Holmes Second Row (L-R) Anthony Michel, Azaria MacDonnell, Talon Zakall, Atrayu Johnny, Ethan Thygesen, Spencer Vaughan, Breanna Ouellet Back Row (L-R) Asst. Coach: Ray Lang, Head Coach: Dave Zakall, Manager: Marcel Ouellet Missing: Trainer: Jonathan Cooke

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PeeWee House Interior Savings Front Row (L-R) Dylan Stirling, Phillip McRae Jr, Colton Macaulay, Natalie SterlingMoses, Kay-lee Stirling Back Row (L-R) coach Joe Shuter, Dylan Carmichael, Frederick Ware, Dakota-Rain Ned, Amrit Santa, Jesse Maunu, Kerragan Selman, Gordon Ware, coach Shane Jarvie, Missing from photo: Marco camastro, Levi Shuter, Austin Hawkins, Darius Sam

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Bantam Rep. Murray GM Front Row (L-R) Sam Suzuki Jesse Kane Cameron St.Louis Baley Tomkinson Adam McCormack Tyrell Suzuki Eric LaLonde Travis Sterling Wyatt MacDonald Dawson Kerslake Back Row (L-R) Assistant Coach: Chuck Suzuki Travis Mosley Keyton Laupitz Sunil Sahota Dakota Grismer-Voght Sahil Bansi Marcelo Bose Lane Antoine Head Coach: Wayne MacDonald

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Midget - NVIT Back Row (L-R) Chris Charters(Coach), Brayden Thormoset, Tristan Couture, Adam Tippe, Brett Thomson, Ken Tourand(Coach), Jessie-Lee Cunningham, Jamie McRae, Thomas Manuel Hanuse, Kirra Racine, Mike Bjarnason (Asst. Coach) Front Row (L-R) Jack SterlingMoses, Donovan Charters, Aaron Tippe, Skyler McLeod, Cole Brown, Tyler Clark, Stephanie Tourand, Jake Tourand Missing: Gordon McIntyre, Billy Gossoo, Quinn Newell, Curtis Dick, Devan Van Unen

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Midget Rep Tracker Sportswear Back Row (L-R) Cole Yurkowski (Assistant coach), Grady Musgrave, Talon Tom, Riley Barnes, Dallas Grismer-Voght, Bradly Colter, Dakota Cox, Aaron Montreuil, Kody Milanese, Tyler Edward, JR Stirling, Grayson McMaster, Zack Wright (assistant coach) Front Row (L-R) Kristian Stead, Dayton Ripley, Nolan Prowal, Malik Miller, Zack Sanderson, Trevor Lindley, Trevor Hillson Missing from the picture: Coach Tyler Robinson

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Midget Girls McDonalds Front Row (L-R) Skylar Willey, Madeleine Barnes, Cristiana McMaster, Alyssa Coates, Emma Ferch, Selena Henry, Renee Stockwell, Jenna Sigurdsson, Lizzy Simpson Back Row (L-R) Brittani Ketlo, Alana Suzuki, Courtney Christy, Kendel Cunningham, Shailyn Joe, Keisha Henry Missing: Caitlyn Little, Chelsey Little

On January 19th all kids who belong to Merritt Minor Hockey will be admitted into the Merritt Centennials game for FREE and receive a hot dog and juice courtesy of the Merritt Minor Hockey Concession.

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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 ARCHERY CLUB If you would like to see an archery club in Merritt, then we need your support. Drop by Nicola Valley Outdoors and talk to Fred. N.V. FILM SOCIETY The N.V. Film Society will be showing Canadian film Monsieur Lazhar, rated PG, on Monday, Jan. 21 at NVIT. SOUP BOWL The Soup Bowl is open Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Anglican Church Hall at 1990 Chapman St. CURLING CLUB If you are inter-

ested in joining a curling league this year please call 250-378-4423. XPLORE SPORTS School year camps for 2012/2013 upcoming dates: Feb. 15, March 18-22. Ages 7-12, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Contact Colleen Mulling at 250-280-0657 or cmullin@pacificsport.com JUNIOR CHOIR For children aged 6 to 14 years who like to sing! Variety of music will be sung. For more information call Linda at 250-378-4528 or Sharon at 250315-1305. MERRITT DISC GOLF

ASSOCIATION The Association carpools to the Logan Lake course several times a month and would love to have you join them for this highly addictive and interesting sport. If you do not have discs, do not worry as Merritt Disc Golf can provide you with a disc to get you started. Call Dean or Trish at 250-378-6697. NICOLA VALLEY FISH AND GAME CLUB Mamette Lake Ice Fishing Derby 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place (adult and children categories) and first place

coarse fish (any category) hidden weight prize plus many draws and door prizes. Tickets available at Ponderosa Hunting and Fishing Tackle, Powderkeg Outdoor Sports Supply and at the event. For more information contact: Ed Collins 250-378-2574, Paul Komonoski 250-378-4904 or visit www. nvfishandgameclub.ca NEWBARK RESCUE AND REHOMING The volunteerbased non-profit dog rescue organization is holding a fundraising dinner show on Jan. 19 at the Royal

Canadian Legion Branch 96 (1940 Quilchena Ave.) Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the Baron of Beef dinner at 6:30 p.m. The show follows at 8 p.m. For tickets, visit Country Bug Books and Gifts or call Margie at 250-378-4599. POTLUCK & MOVIE Join a few people for a potluck supper and movie on Thursday, Jan. 17 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. The movie shown will be What the Bleep, a spiritual movie that will get you talking. Drop by 2075 quilchena Ave. or call Renee at 250-280-2223.

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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 School: 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

Phone 250-378-4241 with any events that you may be hosting or email: production@merrittherald.com

Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Brownies Thursdays - 5:30 - 7 p.m. Central School - 250-378-8310 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 -7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-2281 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 Curling Club For League Information 250-378-4423 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 Nicola Naturalist Society Every Third Thursday - 7:00 p.m. NVIT. www.nicolanaturalists.ca 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 - MSS 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. 250-378-4172 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 Pathfinders Thursdays - 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298 Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadet Corp Tuesdays - 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775

7 Day Weather Forecast for Merritt, BC - Thursday, Jan. 4 - Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2013 Thurs., Jan. 3

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Royal Purple First and Third Mondays each month 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 - 250-378-8310 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: Fran McMurchy at 250-378-4230 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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Stain Glass by Almerina Rizzardo Available at Creative Company 2074 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC Monday - Saturday Ph: 250-378-0813

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Lilian (Joni) Pozzobon Joni passed away peacefully on January 6, 2013 at the age of 79 years. She was predeceased by her husband Marino Pozzobon; daughter, Lynn Mobbs; sister Jacquie Eden and her parents Rupert and Flo Johnson. Joni will be lovingly remembered by her sons Mark and Luke (Leanne) and her beloved grandchildren, Cole, Carman, Madeline, Derek (Leah), Tyrell and Amy; also her sister Eileen (Herman) Harrison. Joni, or Nona, was a kind and beautiful lady always with a smile on her face. She loved life and everyone in it. Throughout her life, Joni worked as an accomplished seamstress and was a long-time director of the BC High School Rodeo Association. She enjoyed gardening, artwork, swimming and spending time with her family. All those that knew her loved her and will remember her cheerful personality and unforgettable giggle. The family would like to extend sincere thanks to the staff at Coquihalla/Gillis House for their love and kindness they gave to our mom and Nona. A family gathering to celebrate Joni’s lifwe is planned for a later date.

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ALLAN “ALLIE” WALL It’s a sad day when we have to say good bye to a kind, warm, caring gentleman who, for those that were lucky enough to have had him be a part of their lives, we will be eternally grateful. Allan was born August 26th, 1965 in the Crowsnest Pass, the eldest of 3 children, and passed away January 4th, 2013. At the young age of 15, like many Canadian young men, he pursued his dream of playing junior hockey and was picked up by the Merritt Centennials. During his time in Merritt, he developed a strong love and appreciation for this part of the world, and began the adult phase of his life there. He began his career in forestry with Sanders & Co., and through the years developed many lifelong friendships. His work took him to the far North, where he met and fell in love with his life partner Kory. An avid outdoorsman, Al always looked forward to his annual hunting and salmon ﬁshing trips. He was passionate about many sports, with golf being his true obsession. He was forever taking lessons and practicing, trying to master a game he both loved and hated. On the golf course as in life, Al was always competitive, cheering on the underdog with compliments and support, but accepting victory in his modest, humble way. Rarely a day went by that Al didn’t bring sunshine into your life, tirelessly helping friends and always keeping things light with his dry sense of humour. He is survived by his Mother Mary and Father Stan, Brother David (Mary-Ann), Sister Darlene (Dale) and nephews, Life partner Kory, step-daughters Chelsey and Kassie, the love of his life... granddaughter Shaye, and his always faithful companion “Bud”. “I’m not crying cause I feel so sorry for you... I’m crying for me” Al will be laid to rest in the Crowsnest Pass, with a memorial to be held in Merritt Saturday January 19, 2013, 2PM at the Merritt Golf Course

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Nov. 28, 1926 - Jan. 2, 2013 Wesson, Joyce (nee Clarke), born Nov. 28, 1926, slipped away peacefully Jan. 2,2013 at the age of 86. Joyce was predeceased by her husband Marcel Wesson (1927 - 1973), her parents Ernest & Louise Clarke, her sister Carol Duffus, & her brother-in-law Owen Hughes. Lovingly remembered by her children: Rob Wesson (Melanie), Marcia Cooper (Jerry), Barb Cassey (Peter); her grandchildren: Ashley (Roger), Jonathan (Keri), Dana, Haley, Jessica, Adam & Lucas; her great grandchildren: Hayden, Makyla, Chase, Jaden & Layla, her brother Robert (Pat) Clarke, sister-in-laws Connie Clarke and Ninette Hughes, brother-in-law Al Duffus & her many cousins, nieces & nephews. Joyce met Marcel while attending UBC - both received their Bachelor of Pharmacology in 1949 & later married March 3, 1950. Mom and Dad settled in North Vancouver in 1955, & in 1977, Mom returned to Abbotsford, her home town. After a 40+ career as a pharmacist, in Vancouver & later in Abbotsford, mom retired in Abbotsford to enjoy square dancing, lawn bowling, traveling & visiting her many friends & family. Mom was always the person who was helping others - not only in her choosen profession, but more importantly, in her way of living; always putting others ahead of her own needs. Joyce enjoyed her Ànal years in Merritt, BC close to her daughter Marcia and family. The family is very thankful for the wonderful, compassionate care Joyce received at Coquihalla Gillis House, in Merritt. A private family ceremony & memorial will be held later - both yet to be determined. In lieu of Áowers please make a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice in Joyce's name.

Shirley Young Aug. 5, 2941 - Dec. 23, 2012 It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Shirley Joanne Young of Merritt, BC, at the age of 71, on Dec. 23, 2012. She spent her life in Merritt, and was happiest surrounded by her family. Shirley was always eager to brag about all her grandchildren to anyone who would listen. Shirley is predeceased by her parents John & Alice Bann, her husband Ben Young, and common law spouse Alex Trufanenko. Survivors include her sister Eleanore (Brownie) Pichurski. Her five children: Linda Hartwig, Cindy (Doug) Riley, Darleen Young, John (Tammy) Hartwig, and Colleen (Ron) Hume. Grandchildren: Amanda (Ralph) Morris, Ben Velt, Jason (Heather) Hartwig, Amy Riley, Ryan Riley, Chad (Ameila) Riley, Jessica Hume & Emily Hume. Greatgrandchildren: Zealand & Dane Hartwig and Aaden & Isobel Morris. A service will be held at a later date when all family can be together to celebrate Shirley’s life together. A big thank you to everyone for their support at this difficult time. Fly, fly, fly high against the sky, So high I can almost touch the sky, Thank you, thank you Thank god for you, the wind beneath my wings.

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3 bdrm suite for rent. Close to downtown. N/s, N/d, no pets,ref. req., fenced yard. $750/month. 250-378-9560

Help Wanted

City of Merritt EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Contract Gymnastics Instructor Seasonal Salary: $25.00/hr Duration: Winter and Spring 4pm - 7:30pm Tuesday and Wednesday Independently plans, organizes and leads recreation program.

Apt/Condo for Rent

FOR RENT - 2 BED APARTMENT Available immediately.

$750/month incl. heat & laundry.

$100 OFF JANUARY RENT for successful applicants

Newly renovated units “Clapperton Manor” 2775 Clapperton Ave. New owner/manager. 250-315-8340 Houses For Sale

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Houses For Sale

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Townhouses 3 bdrm townhouse. Avail immed. Close to school and town. 250- 378-4392

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Misc for Rent 2 bdrm condo with built-in laundry. Walking distance to downtown. Avail. Feb. 1. NO pets. $700/month plus utilities. 250-378-8104 3 bdrm house on the Bench. $1300/mon. Avail immediately. 250-378-5276. House for rent. 3 bdrm up & 3 bdrm suite down, 3 bath. Avail. immediately. 250-378-4392.

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Room & Board Rooms to rent and/or room & board. $400/mon. for room. Room & board negotiable. Seniors preferred. Contact Doug or Donna at 250-378-5688 or douggdixon@yahoo.ca. No alcohol or drugs.

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Legal Notices By Virtue of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act We will sell the stored goods of the following: Ken McCauley/Jane Paul, Unit #42 Amount Owing $585.00 These personal and household effects will be sold on or after Jan. 17, 2013 to recover the cost of unpaid storage. L.N. Self Storage, 417 Hwy. 8, Lower Nicola, BC 250-378-2205

Sherry Curell and Cliff Thorstenson & Gary and Paula Thuveson are delighted to announce the engagement of their children,

Editor The Merritt Herald, an award-winning twice-weekly newspaper published in the Nicola Valley, is seeking an editor. The editor will manage a newsroom of one reporter and both will be responsible for all aspects of getting the newspaper to press — writing, editing, taking photographs and laying out using InDesign. The successful candidate will be community-oriented and have a serious interest in current events — locally, provincially, nationally and globally. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with some experience in journalism, one who works well with others in an office setting, one who thirsts for an opportunity to improve their skills while helping to mentor those around them, one whose copy of CP Style is dog-eared and one who has a passion for new ideas. Qualifications • Proficiency with InDesign and Photoshop are required, as is a background in the community newspaper industry. • Previous experience in the community newspaper industry • Own transportation required. Please apply to: Theresa Arnold Merritt Herald 2090 Granite Ave. Merritt , BC V1K 1B8 Phone: (250) 378-4241 Fax: (250) 378-6818 Email: publisher@merrittherald.com

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Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-863-3082 in Town

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent One bedroom for one adult only, heat & full cable included, n/s, n/p, references required. $525 per month. Ph. 250-378-2954

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3 Piece Bonded Leather Sectional w/ Ottoman $1499 $699 Brown or Black Ashley Fabric Sofa 3 Colours to choose from $649 $399 Matching Loveseat $599 $379 2 Piece Leather Recliner Sofa & Chair, Black $1999 $999 Ashley Sofa with Chaise $799 $599 2 Piece Fabric Sofa with Loveseat $1199 $568 Bonded Leather Console Recliner Loveseat $1399 $699 Matching Rocker Recliner $699 $499 Natuzzi 100% Leather Sofa & Loveseat $3499 $2499 Chaise Lounger $599 $349 Ashley12 Piece Collection including Sofa, $1999 $1399 Loveseat, 3 Piece Coffee Table Set, 2 Lamps, 5 Piece Accessories Set Hydraulic Bar Stool $199 $99 Double Sofa Bed $799 $599 Futon and Frame $499 $289 Electric Fireplace with Mantle $499 $299 Dynasty Wall mount Electric Fireplace $499 $349 Dynasty Wall mount Electric Fireplace $999 $699 Dynasty Wall mount Electric Fireplace $1100 $799 Lamps, Carpets, Accessories, Paintings Up To 50% Off

BEDROOM AND DINING ROOM FURNITURE REG. SALE 8 Piece Complete Bedroom Suite $1999 $1199 Includes Dresser, Mirror, Chest Queen HB/FB/Rails & 2 Night Stands 8 Piece Complete Bedroom Suite $2999 $1699 Includes Dresser, Mirror, Chest Queen HB/FB/Rails & 2 Night Stands Solid Pine Queen Storage Bed with 6 Drawers $1499 $1199 5 Drawer Chest $499 $249 Solid Wood Desk $399 $199 5 Piece Solid Wood Table & Chairs $4399 $299 8 Piece Counter Height Table & 6 Stools $1199 $599 With Lazy Susan Ashley 9 Piece Dining Room Suite $2699 $1899 Includes Table, 6 Chairs, Hutch and Buffet

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White-Westinghouse 18 Cu Ft Fridge $599 $449 KitchenAid Stainless Steel Tub Dishwasher $899 $649 Whirlpool Front Load Washer & Dryer PAIR $1499 $1099 Maytag Double Oven Convection Range $2149 $1699 Stainless Steel Bosch Built In Dishwasher Stainless Steel Tub $749 $499 Inglis Top Load Washer & Dryer Set PAIR $949 $699 Freezers starting at 4 Cu Ft $249 $199 Frigidaire 30” S/C Smooth Top Range $749 $499 Maytag 22 Cu Ft French Door $2199 $1699 with Ice and Water Dispenser Samsung Frontload Steam Washer PAIR $1999 $1499 & Steam Dryer Maytag H.E. Top Load Washer & Dryer PAIR $1199 $899 Inglis 30” Coil Top Range $549 $399 Whirlpool 30” S/C Smooth Top Range $1199 $699 With Fan Convection

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