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WORRYING STATS Domestic violence continues to be a major issue for the Merritt RCMP, with the rate of violent incidents among the worst in the region.

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OVERSIZED PROBLEM The City of Merritt’s police committee aims to put new signs in place by the May long weekend, reminding commercial truck drivers they cannot stop in town unless they are making deliveries. STORY/Page 10 LETTERS/Page 7

A decision to turn down an application for a rainbow crosswalk near Merritt Secondary School set off a fire storm of debate.

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WAITING GAME The City of Merritt has a plan to use the funds promised by Kinder Morgan on a sidewalk along Voght Street near the Nicola River.

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Merritt’s persistent problem

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Since 2011, Merritt has seen some of the highest rates of domestic abuse in the region. Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

Police statistics for the Southeast District show an alarming trend in Merritt that local police are trying to curb in 2018. Between 2011 and 2014 Merritt’s domestic dispute files were the highest in the Southeast District, with a rate of about eight domestic violence files per 1,000 people. In 2011 that number was 8.61, followed by 9.18 in 2012, 7.13 in 2013 and 7.19 in 2014. In 2015 Merritt ranked second in the Southeast District with a rate of 6.66 domestic violence files per 1,000. Southeast District covers 29 B.C. towns from the Alberta border to the east to Hope on the west, and from the Okanagan in the south up to Vavenby in the north. “We consistently rank in the top three,” Dunsmore told the Herald. Dunsmore said that while they don’t have the district’s 2016 and 2017 stats yet, police expect the numbers to be similar as they have not seen a noticeable change in reported domestic violence calls. The population of Merritt was pegged at 7,139 people in the 2016 census, and Dunsmore said Merritt police rack up about 75 domestic violence charges every year. These district numbers, however, only scratch the surface as Southeast District only

compiles files that result in police laying charges. “Anything that doesn’t result in charges or is just a verbal instance — they don’t count,” Dunsmore said. Statistics compiled by the Merritt RCMP itself do take into account the unfounded calls making their numbers a bit higher. “We would include numbers where there may not be charges, but there’s evidence of domestic violence, we just don’t have enough evidence to charge somebody in those cases,” Dunsmore told the Herald.

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‘We probably are investigating one or two sexual assaults a week in the community.’ — CONST. TRACY DUNSMORE MERRITT RCMP

Merritt RCMP’s numbers have consistently been above 150 files per year for the past five years, but have seen a bit of a decline the last two years after climbing to a five-year high in 2015. In 2013, police responded to 158 domestic disputes, 195 in 2014 and 218 in 2015. In 2016, Merritt police saw 185 files and

167 in 2017 according to Merritt RCMP statistics. Dunsmore said she thinks alcohol abuse plays a factor in why Merritt’s numbers are so high, noting many of the domestic dispute files she sees are alcohol related. “It seems to be an accepted norm in the community,” she said. Dunsmore said the majority of the abused in the statistics are women, and neither the detachment’s, nor Southeast District’s numbers, account for the number of sexual assaults police deal with. “We probably are investigating one or two sexual assaults a week in the community,” Dunsmore told the Herald. In response to the high numbers, the Merritt RCMP and its integrated case assessment team (ICAT) is now working on a public awareness campaign. “We’re looking at doing a community meeting here in April probably to discuss what some of the needs are, what some of the gaps are and what are some programming that we can possibly put into effect,” Dunsmore told the Herald. ICAT shares information and discusses files with women who are at high risk of violence and try to deal with them within the community,” Dunsmore told the Herald. Making people aware of the number of agencies Merritt has to offer people in need of help is key, Dunsmore said, adding that people don’t need to be referred to these programs.

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Hydro going up The B.C. Utilities Commission has refused the NDP government’s planned B.C. Hydro rate freeze, approving a three per cent increase for 2018, which will take effect on April 1.

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Battle rages on The B.C. NDP minority government survived its first key vote, with the opposition pushing for changes to the new payroll tax coming in next year to replace Medical Services Plan premiums.

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YOU’RE INVITED!

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE

to meet with Mayor Menard on March 21 from 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., in the Mayor’s Office at City Hall (second floor), 2185 Voght Street.

March 13, 2018 - 2:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole Meeting – Resurgence of Downtowns Video (2 of 4) March 13, 2018 - 7:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting March 20, 2018 - 4:30 p.m. Committee of the Whole Meeting – Budget Wrap-Up

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March 27, 2018 - 2:00 p.m. Committee of the Whole meeting – Resurgence of Downtowns Video (3 of 4) March 27, 2018 - 7:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting

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Debate over crosswalk ignited SPORTS

Michael Potestio THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt city council rejected the school district’s request to paint a crosswalk near the high school in the colours of the pride flag. But hope is still alive that the project will move forward — even if that means moving it to a different location in town. The pride-inspired Merritt city council has denied a request to paint this sidewalk across Coldwater Avenue in rainbow crosswalk project was colours to support LGBTQ+ students. Google Maps proposed to school yers who own property the kids of the school ting a precedent for trustees in January by in the city have offered think that this will be every group in town students representing their space to students a way to show some that wants to have a Merritt Secondary instead. type of inclusion to crosswalk painted. School’s Pride Club “I own a parking lot the ones that belong in School District 58 and Aboriginal Youth in Downtown Merritt. that community,” said was offering to install Voice Group. The If the high school stuCoun. Linda Brown at and maintain the rainstudents requested the dents want to paint the the meeting. bow crosswalk in its crosswalk at Chapman whole lot rainbow, I’ll The request was request to council. Street and Coldwater let them and I’ll even defeated by a 4-3 Coun. Diana Avenue be painted to SERIOUS ABOUT SERVICE Merritt’s Jim Madillsaid proudly shows off the Sandra Schmirler commemorative coin presented to of donate to the cost vote, with Menard, Norgaard she’d show of support for the as a volunteer driver the past 15 years at various Season of Champions him recently for his outstanding service support curling events. the paint. Who do I Christopherson, the crosswalk community. Madill LGBTQ+ served as a driver at this year’s Scotties Tournament of Hearts, was hosted in Penticton. 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Andrew Klaver/Curling Canada Twitter on March 1. ing against the school of marginalized young of city council, which “There should be district’s request. people stepped forward denied the request at a message of inclusivCouncillors Brown, bravely and asked for its meeting on Feb. 27 ity and acceptance in Norgaard and Mike acknowledgement. despite a recommendaMerritt, and if the city’s Goetz were in favour “This is certainly tion from staff to allow not going to step up to of it. not my lifestyle, nor it. paint that message on After news of coundo I propose to under“[It’s] sort of disapkids make itspread to the BCHL, of all the kids From Page 19 they shot it theout sidewalk, then fine, decision stand it or condone manycil’s pointing playing minor hockey. 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Crossed on crosswalks Though I now call Merritt home, I come from the oncesleepy city of Maple Ridge. Cole Wagner I moved COLE’S NOTES up to Merritt in 2016, and not a moment too soon, because in the summer of that same year, Maple Ridge’s city council thought it would be a good idea to paint a crosswalk in the downtown area with the rainbow colours of the pride flag. Since then, madness has ruled the streets. What was thought of (at the time) as a nice gesture of acceptance towards a marginalized group opened a loophole wherein all crossings were up for grabs; now the streets are lined with all kinds of wacky community group-inspired crosswalks. People wander streets aimlessly, unsure of what constitutes a legal crossing anymore. City hall is paralyzed by a constant backlog of requests to repaint intersections. Thankfully, the powers of bureaucracy saved the City of Merritt from suffering a similar dye-induced descent into chromatic chaos at the council meeting on Feb. 27, when city council voted against granting permission to School District 58 to pursue their own pride-inspired crosswalk. To be absolutely clear (and to remove my tongue which has been lodged firmly in my cheek in the preceding paragraphs), the reasons for rejecting the crosswalk redesign had nothing to do with cost; the money to cover the rainbow crossing would have had to come from School District’s coffers. Nor was there any debate as to whether the LGBTQ+ community deserved a show of support.

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LETTERS to the editor More than a rainbow Editor, As a parent of one of the students interviewed on the Merritt Secondary School rainbow crosswalk proposal, I am extremely proud of all three students who demonstrated leadership and composure as they shared their strong voices provincially. This school year, the RCMP have attended a substantial number of calls at MSS, for issues including uttering threats and physical violence between students. As a parent, I am concerned for the safety and well being of my children. Violence is an issue. For a section of our community who historically have been

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criminalized, pathologized, and stigmatized for their identity, a lack of inclusion maintains structural violence. Inclusion is an attitude, expressed through our conversations, treatment of others, and physical environment. The opportunity to shape the landscape of Merritt in order to express our attitudes is powerful, in that it can facilitate the ways we relate to one another as community members. The student’s rainbow crosswalk proposal reflects the attitudes of pro-kindness, prosupport, pro-belonging, and pro-community, initiated in hopes of a more tolerant and safer school environment. As a family, we are looking forward to city council’s reconsideration and support for this proposal. Karen Lara Merritt

Starting to wonder about Merritt Editor, I agree with Terry Cullen’s letter that Merritt should cater to truck drivers. The first time I heard about Merritt’s bylaw about truck parking in town I was absolutely furious. My first reaction was if I owned a trucking company that was to make deliveries into Merritt, where they are not wanted, I would charge a hefty surcharge for such deliveries, or even better, just refuse to come to Merritt at all. You, Mr. Mayor and your council, would be responsible to find a way to get products into Merritt. Adding a hefty surcharge could and would cause businesses to close in this small community. Truckers have as much right to come into town to do deliveries, get fuel, park, rest, eat, and by the way spend their very hard earned money in our community as anybody else. What’s next buses? Motor homes? I am starting to wonder if we picked the right place to retire to and be proud of to call home. Jo Valliers-Jorgensen Merritt

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OPINION LETTERS

Set the right precedent

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RE: City of Merritt should cater to trucks

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Editor, Good for you Terry — how can any city stop trucks from coming in. They are the backbone to our country. They not only supply fuel for our vehicles, groceries to all our stores, fill every other store. As a matter of fact, I even haul our vehicles in. Time you went back to horse and buggy. Oh dear — can’t do that either, the truckers haul the lumber in to build your buggies and haul the horses to pull it. What would our country be without them. They also eat in our restaurants, and use our motels. How many truckers live here and pay taxes. I know my daughter does and she is a trucker. Are you stopping the truckers from cleaning the snow and maintenance on our city roads? Sure looks like it. I come from a long line of truckers and still have relatives out there putting the miles on and they stop in Merritt not only to visit but to spend money in our stores. Any signs put up to stop the truckers should be taken down. I am with you Terry — anyone against truckers, there is no room in my yard for them. Char McCormack Lower Nicola

Colourful crosswalks could boost town spirit Editor, I listened to the news report about Merritt city council not approving the school district’s request to paint a rainbow crosswalk in front of the high school. What flimsy arguments were given for the refusal! The message of a rainbow crosswalk is one of acceptance and inclusion for all people and shouldn’t this be a message we are promoting? Frankly I think they should paint all off the school crosswalks in rainbow colours so that our upcoming generations learn the message of inclusion from an early age. Obviously they are our hope because the majority of this council showed they are too staid and set in their ways. And frankly, if other groups wanted to paint a crosswalk to bring attention I say go for it. Colourful crosswalks would be more attention getting and would certainly show some town spirit! Ruth Tolerton Nicola Valley

Does religion also have a place on crosswalks? Editor, I’m writing as one of the Merrittonians who appreciated city council turning down the request for a rainbow crosswalk. Instead of tying up city council on something that is not really their jurisdiction to decide (whose moral viewpoint should be supported by tax-payers), I invite anyone who is disappointed with the city’s decision to meet with me to find out why the original proposal is not as all-inclusive as initially suggested. To help with that, let me describe the cross-walk I would love to see in Merritt if tax-payers are going to start funding such things. My cross-walk would be just that, a cross making a bridge from one side of the road to the other. This would represent the way Jesus Christ has bridged the deadly gap between humanity and God. The railing painted down one side of this bridge would be made of the words, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son so that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” The railing down the other side would be made of the words, “Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life, and no one comes to the Father except through him because there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” Perhaps that makes clear why city council should not pick sides on such issues, and why we should find ways to get together on our own and see if we can understand each other as all-inclusively as has been suggested. Monte Vigh Merritt

Councillor Linda Brown rightly called attention to the fact that queer folks are disproportionately at risk of mental health issues and suicide. No, the reason the city will not allow the School District to move ahead with a pride crosswalk — first proposed by Merritt Secondary School students — is that council is worried that other groups might want a crosswalk too. “What if the Merritt Centennials decided they wanted a crosswalk outside the arena in red, white and black? What if Rotary Club wanted a crosswalk outside of Rotary Park with whatever their colours are? I’m a bit worried it might open a Pandora’s box with this,” said Merritt Mayor Neil Menard. Putting aside the fact being a part of the LGBTQ+ community would be fundamentally different than being a member of a local service club; I’m not sure I follow how encouraging community groups to take an interest in sprucing up the city’s streets is necessarily a bad thing. And to the credit of Coun. Mike Goetz, I’m not the only one who thought the mayor had hit upon a great idea. Why not allow the Centennials to put together a crosswalk outside the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena? Not only are they the longest continually running franchise in the BCHL, the team is already used in enough promotional materials published by the City of Merritt to justify putting

their signature colours into our infrastructure. The only knock I see on that idea is that it should have been done before the team’s 45th anniversary, which was celebrated this season. I guess there’s always 50. And Rotary? Sure! Let’s not forget that the club already has their name affixed to one of the most prominent public spaces in town. Why not allow the club to pay for the cost of adding the Rotary Wheel to the border of a crosswalk near Rotary Park? The town could truly embrace this idea to give different areas of the city a much needed facelift. Of course, the issue becomes one of space — there are only so many crosswalks to go around, who would decide which club is deserving of the honour of up keeping a legally mandated piece of city infrastructure? If only there was some elected body of local citizens whose job it was to read through applications from various community stakeholders and decide — on behalf of the city — which applications would best suit Merritt’s needs. Coun. Kurt Christopherson mused that the pride crosswalk might set “a precedent for every other group in town that wants a sidewalk painted.” We could only hope that would be the case. Council’s decision was likely not the one that the students who first proposed the idea were hoping for. But at least they learned a valuable lesson about how sometimes, even adults miss the forest for the trees.

From the Herald archives: March 8, 1967

HOUSEWIFE BRAVES FLAMES TO SAVE THREE CHILDREN A frantic housewife braved intense heat and billowing flames to pluck her three young children from the inferno of her blazing home at Dodddng sub-division Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Tina Rodman managed to get all three children out unscathed. But she and the stunned onlookers were powerless to prevent the house and everything in it burning to the ground because: the sub-division is beyond the jurisdiction of Merritt fire brigade; the forest rangers’ suppression camp nearby is only manned during the summer; nobody seemed to know where the local fire hose was housed; the fire hose itself is old and perished and, in any case, there is no water nearby. Norman Rochnan surveyed the still blazing ruin of his home and said: “I am ruined, but thank God none of my family was hurt.”

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Marriage Commissioner The Vital Statistics Agency, Ministry of Health, is looking for an individual to serve as a Marriage Commissioner for Merritt. The individual will perform civil marriages within their community on behalf of the Agency. Applicants must reside in Merritt in order to be considered for this position. For information and an application form please visit our website at: www.vs.gov.bc.ca/marriage HAWAIIAN HEAT There was plenty of gambling and even a little golf to be played at the 20th annual Rotary Club Mini Golf event hosted at the Merritt Civic Centre on March 3. With attendees decked out in their finest island lounge wear, the dress code was relaxed but the action on the tables was hot. Bill Stowell/Herald

RCMP: Awareness key to curbing domestic abuse From Page 3 The high number of domestic disputes, however, could be an indication that awareness is in fact spreading and more people are reporting domestic violence than in the past, Dunsmore explained. “We want people calling in and reporting, but we also want the follow through,” Dunsmore said. Unfortunately, police often see a high rate of recidivism when it comes to their work on domestic violence, she added. “It’s because of the situation people see themselves in,” she said. “Sometimes it’s something that’s gone on for years, sometimes it’s a one-time incident, so when people are intrenched in that it’s hard for them to get out of that mindset.” Domestic violence is a complicated issue, with victims having to consider other factors such as money, children and not having anywhere else to go — which often keeps someone trapped in an abusive relationship.

“That’s why we want to make sure the information is out there,” Dunsmore said, adding that the RCMP can offer a transition home and access to funding to help people escape abusive relationships. There are a multitude of local agen-

cies that offer support to people at risk of domestic violence including Scw’exmx Community Health, the Conayt Friendship Society and Nicola Family Therapy said Dunsmore. “If you are somebody or know somebody that suffers from

violence in a relationship, or [are] trying to help family members, if you’re a male who’s in that type of community then you can go to any of these agencies and look for what’s available for you to get counselling, to get service or training,” Dunsmore said.

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City waiting on pipeline funds A sidewalk proposed for the east side of Voght Street, which would also serve as flood mitigation, won’t be moving forward unless Kinder Morgan follows through on a funding commitment it made to the City of Merritt as part of its Trans Mountain oil pipeline expansion. In 2015, the company pledged $420,000 to the City of Merritt as part of its Community Benefits Program, which is available to communities along the pipeline route to offset the effects of the expansion. A $50,000 piece of that funding was earmarked for a scholarship for Merritt students interested in the trades, but the other $370,000 is going to the city to extend a sidewalk along Voght Street from where it ends at Lions Memorial Park. As the pipeline project remains in limbo die to court challenges and opposition form the B.C. government, the city is still waiting on the money to begin the project. “That sidewalk ends at Lions [Memorial] Park, so it would be curb, gutter, sidewalk where that ends and wrap-

BOARD MEETING LOCATION REVISION March 14, 2018 – Shulus Band Hall (#85 Hwy 8) April 11, 2018 – Princeton May 9, 2018 – Merritt June 13, 2018 - Princeton April – June Meetings will be held in the School Board Office and will start at 6:00 p.m.

How’s your hearing? Ask an Audiologist. During spring time flooding in 2017, water was pooling on Voght Street despite concrete blocks being put in place. Cole Wagner/Herald

ping around the corner to the pedestrian crossing,” Boven told the Herald. The road wraps around a low lying area of the Nicola River, and adding a raised sidewalk would negate having to place sandbags along the bank of the river

in the event of springtime flooding, Boven told the Herald. “What we would do is we’d raise that corner so we would never have to sandbag it again,” Boven said, adding that it would likely be raised about three feet.

City aims to reduce truck traffic with signage The City of Merritt’s police committee believes more signs will help keep oversized commercial vehicles from causing traffic in the Bench area of town. The committee aims to get a new sign in place by the May long weekend, warning drivers of oversized commercial vehicles they

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are not permitted to park in town unless they are making deliveries. Chief administrative officer Shawn Boven has been working with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to determine the details of the sign, which be placed to the right of the southbound off ramp of the Coquihalla Highway that merges onto Voght Street. It will most likely

say “all trucks must turn left” or “no right turn.” There are currently other signs on that street stating trucks over three axles are prohibited, but the police committee is of the opinion that these signs are located past the point of no return for truckers. The sign won’t need council’s approval, and the city would be on the

hook for the full cost of the sign, which won’t be an expensive item, Boven told the Herald. “Typically signs [are] not in the thousands, it may be a few hundred dollars.” Truckers parking their rigs in town has led to traffic congestion in the Bench area at times, said Merritt Mayor Neil Menard, who chairs the police committee.

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This side by side duplex has 2 bedrms, 1 bathrm kitchen & living room per side, plus a fenced backyard, and 432 sq.ft. each side for a total of 864 sq.ft. Some renos have been done.

Investors – side by side duplex with 2 bedrooms, bathrm, kitchen, living room and 100 amp service per side, plus a fenced backyard. Some renovations have been done.

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2731 EAGLE CRESCENT

Great Bench location to build your new home with spectacular views and in area of higher quality homes. Close to shopping and amenities

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#2911

Great subdivision to build your dream home. Fantastic views, close to shopping, restaurant, services, schools and highway. Priced to sell!

Great location to build your dream home in this newer subdivision. Close to shopping, restaurants, services, schools & highways. Services at lot line.

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#2932

#2933

$74,900

At Pavilion Lake, great all seasonal 0.35 acre recreational lot with mountain & lake views with water access close by, Has drilled well, 100 amp service, 2 wired RV plugs, deck & shower stall.

2743 GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS

A rare waterfront lot of 0.94 acres, waiting for development with over 50 meters of river frontage, not subdividable. In neighbourhood of high end homes. Could apply for reduction in setback.

$174,900

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1463 COLDWATER AVE

Perfect for investors – side by side duplex within walking distance to shopping & schools. Each side has 2 bedrooms, 100 amp service and a fenced backyard.

2288 BURGESS

Great horse property of 9.88 acres with 5 bedrm level entry rancher with fully ﬁn. Walkout bsmt. Home has vaulted ceilings, large country kitchen and a spacious deck to enjoy the sunsets. Has several outbuildings.

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Great starter or retirement home located in good neighbourhood, close to shopping & schools. Home has fully ﬁnished basement with second living quarters for your inlaws. Fenced yard and single car garage.

Stunning 3 bedrm, 4 bath home with 4273 sq.ft. of luxury on 1.3 acres overlooking Nicola Lake. Enjoy the ﬂoor to ceiling windows, huge patio with ﬁre bowl, spacious deck with hot tub plus 3 car garage.

2 bdrm recreational cabin with living room, dining room & kitchen. Enjoy the sandy beaches & breathtaking views. Boating, ﬁshing, swimming and snowmobiling in winter. No water or sewer services

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$219,000

2797 GRANDVIEW AVE

2725 PEREGRINE WAY

1653 LINDLEY CRK RD

Spectacular views from the 7470 sq.ft. lot. Services are at the lot line. Building a house in this development is a great investment. Close to shopping and amenities.

One of the ﬁnest lots in Grandview Heights subdivision, with amazing views of the Nicola Valley. Close to all amenities and shopping. Perfect place to build your dream home.

Nice building lot on Lindley Creek Road, in a growing newer subdivision. The natural slope of the land will allow for a walkout basement with a rancher type look from the front yard.

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Just under 1 level acre right beside the river. Beautiful building lot available, very private. Imagine ﬁshing from your front yard or watching the deer and eagles play.

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9.9 acres overlooking the Nicola River with fantastic views. A road has been made to the building site, cleared & ready to start building. Power & water available at lot line. Part of Miller Estates.

53 AC property that includes R3 and FD zoning. FD allows for Buyer to request a zoning to fit their plans – could be changed residential to M1 zoning for Light Industrial. Call for details

Build your executive retreat on this 1.1 acre lot in Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Water and sewer hookups available. Great lake for all water sports, fishing and hiking trails. Adjoining lot also available.

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$1,690,000

6021 BEECH RD

$199,000

1.7 acres of commercial land. Lease all or part of this site at $0.75 per sq.ft. Presently being used for semi-truck parking. Zonced C-3. Call for permitted uses available. #2952

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$425,000

6593 MONCK PARK

Great waterfront property of 6 acres for your recreational getaway or build your home in the country. Mostly flat with many building sites, shallow well, septic approval, hydro with 200 amp and driveway already in.

Build your dream home on this 1.1 acre lot in one of Merritt’s finest developments, Nicola Lakeshore Estates. Water & sewer hookups available, located close to water access.

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$199,000

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6685 MONCK PARK RD

6449 MONCK PARK RD

10 acre lot in Miller Estates, a subdivision of custom built executive homes, just 10 minutes west of Merritt. Enjoy the views of the valley & surrounding mountains. Land is mostly cleared with some trees.

Great 1 acre lakeview lot with stunning panoramic views of Nicola Lake. The perfect place to build your country retreat, in neighbourhood of high end custom homes. Enjoy fishing, swimming & boating.

In one of Merritt’s high end developments, Nicola Lakeshore Estates. This 1 acre lot has water and sewer hookups available and fantastic views of Nicola Lake. Close to water access.

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12 acres of land with city water and sewer, not presently connected. Site has existing fourplexes at varying degrees of completion and all needing work. Has fantastic views.

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Commercial property includes corner store in great location, and 10 residential apartment rental units. Financials available to qualified Buyers only. Call for full details.

Bob’s Mini Mart. A long time, well established convenience store with living quarters upstairs. Business known for quality and great customer service. Building has had some extensive renos & upgrades over the years.

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$269,000

Two parcels on 2.47 acres with separate titles. C4/R4 zoning offers a broad range of development prospects. Has approx. 2500 sq.ft. building on 0.5 acre lot with C4 zoning.

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5985 BEECH RD

2309 ABERDEEN ROAD

4153 AIRPORT RD

Private 12.6 acres, treed with great access to Spius Creek. Several good building sites, has a drilled well and hydro to lot line. Located in Sunshine Valley off Cleasby Road.

$289,000

2776 VOGHT STREET

6408 MONCK PARK

Lease all or part of this 11.4 acre site. Great location beside Walmart. C-4 zoning. Highway 5 close by. Ready to go, cleared & gravel topped site. Utilities at lot line. Owners may entertain offers to purchase.

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Commercial building in busy location with tenant, and is fully leased. Total of 6600 sq.ft. with 4100 on the main, 1050 sq.ft. in basement and 1520 on top floor that could be used as living quarters.

Two 10 acre parcels in the City limits. One parcel has a two year lease. Zoned M-1. Other parcel has “future development” zoning. Call for more details

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2701 NICOLA AVE

3940 CRAWFORD AVE

Lease all or part of this 1.3 acre property at $0.85 per sq.ft. Zoned C-3. Directly across from Boston Pizza and Highway 5 is close by. Call for permitted uses. Owner may entertain offers to purchase

$825,000

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$2,000,000

2845 NEILSON ST

2900 POOLEY AVE

15.9 acre RV Park zoning bordering the Coldwater River. Hookups in place & future set of plans for expansion available. Has city services. Has small rental home with long term tenants.

6.4 acres on corner lot zoned M1, with 3920 sq.ft. maintenance shop with 24 ft ceilings, concrete foundation & sliding 3 ton crane & hoist. Has additional buildings and Quonset.

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$1,650,000

#2918

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Approx. 4 acre residential development land zoned R1, services not connected. Call for more details.

Approximately 5 acres with city water and sewer (not connected). Zoned R-9 High Density Residential zoning. Call for more details

Approx. 291 acre with great potential. Current plans are for a development of 2 acre estate lots with city boundaries. Rural living within close proximity to city, with fantastic views.

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#2962 $300,000

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#2958 $750,000

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POLICE FILES

Young girl reports suspicious encounter The incident occurred near the corner of Coldwater Avenue and Garcia Street. Cole Wagner/Herald Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

An 11-year-old girl was shaken by an encounter with a suspicious looking man on Garcia Street on March 3. Merritt RCMP are keeping an eye out for a Caucasian male who looks to be approximately 35 years old, after the man repeatedly asked the young girl if

she wanted a ride home. “She told him multiple times that she didn’t. He continued to harass her, asking her if she wanted a ride, said he’d take her all the way home,” said RCMP Const. Tracy Dunsmore. The man was driving a silver four door Honda vehicle as he approached the girl on Garcia Street near the Merritt Public Library

around 4 p.m. The girl described the man as having blondish hair and blue eyes, added Dunsmore. “We’ll be looking for any vehicles that match the description,” she said. “We’re just looking to locate or talk to that person and see what was on their mind.” Anyone who has experienced similar issues is asked to notify the Merritt RCMP.

Pedestrian killed in vehicle accident

Voght Street was closed to traffic for several hours as RCMP and the BC Coroner’s Service investigated the scene of a fatal accident. Cole Wagner/Herald Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Crown counsel has yet to lay any criminal charges after an elderly woman was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Granite Avenue and Voght Street on March 2 and later succumbed to her injuries. The 92-year-old

woman was crossing Voght Street near the Merritt post office when she was struck by a pick up truck at approximately 11 a.m., stated a press release from the Merritt RCMP. The driver of the truck remained at the scene of the accident and co-operated with police.

The BC Coroner’s Service and the Merritt RCMP collected witness statements records of the circumstances leading up to the accident, which will be forwarded to Crown counsel who has the authority to lay any criminal charges, said RCMP Const. Tracy Dunsmore.

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BCHL PLAYOFFS

Centennials besieged by Wenatchee offense

SERIES COMES HOME The Merritt Centennials returned to the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena in desperate need of a few wins in their playoff series against the Wenatchee Wild. After dropping the opening two games in Wenatchee by scores of 2-0 and 6-4, the Cents put on a valiant effort in front of the home town crowd on March 6, but their comeback came up just short as the team fell 5-4. Results from game four on Wednesday evening were unavailable as of press time. Head online to merrittherald.com for full results from the Cents’ playoff run. Photos courtesy of Ian Webster

(Top) Cents’ goalies have been under siege throughout the first three games of the series, as Merritt has been outshot a combined 133-59 by Wenatchee. (Middle) A pre-game presentation was made to the Culbertson family from BCHL commissioner John Grisdale. A long time Centennials billet family, the Culbertsons’ home was gutted by a fire on Feb. 24, and a variety of BCHL teams have chipped in to help provide the family with some funds to rebuild their lives. (Below) Between period entertainment during game three included bubble bashing races. Photos courtesy of Ian Webster

RACKING UP THE ROSETTES Five local skaters competed in the three-day STARskate Super Series Final in Kelowna from March 2 to 4. The event served as the final tune-up for the Nicola Valley Skating Club, which will be hosting the “It’s Showtime!” show at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena on March 10 at 4 p.m. Results from the competition were as follows (left to right): Abby Thoms, silver in STAR 3; Emma Sowpal, fourth in STAR 4, sixth for bronze interpretive; Isabelle Heard, bronze in STAR 3, silver in intro interpretive; Chloe Hughes silver in STAR 3, and silver intro interpretive and Sarah Parno bronze in STAR 3 and merit in intro interpretive. Photo courtesy of Diana Lorenz

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MIXED MARVELS (Above) The team from Williams Lake was one of 16 rinks which competed in the mixed bonspiel at the Merritt Curling Arena from March 2 to 4. In addition to the four out-of-town teams, 12 teams from Merritt were entered in the competition, including two teams with juniors. (Left, top) “A” event winners, left to right: skip Paul Montgomery, Nancy Ellingsen, Tom Edwards and Janice Ellingsen. (Middle) “B” winners, left to right: Bruce Grier, Lynn Geier, Tim Fischer and Trenisa Durfeld of Williams Lake. (Below) “C” winners, left to right: Ron Sanders, Shelley Sanders, Val Sloan and skip Curtis Sloan Bill Stowell/Herald and contributed

MINOR HOCKEY REPORT Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Peewee Rec The Joco Transport peewee rec team from Merritt played four games in three days in a gruelling playoff battle which saw them end two straight games in ties before dropping a pair to close out their season. In the first game on March 2, the Merritt squad faced off against Lillooet in a low scoring affair. Simon Cisco started the scoring early in the first period, with the assist going to Brysen Pinyon. But Lillooet answered with one of their own only six minutes later. Merritt regained the lead in the second on a goal from Colton Ferris, assisted by Rae Bassett. But Lillooet dug deep to even things up in the third, as Joey John found the back of the net for the second time in the game, knotting the game at 2-2, which is where it would end. The team’s next game on March 3 followed a similar script, with Merritt mounting a 2-1 lead after the first period on goals from Ella McKeown (assisted by Gregory Miller) and Isaac Asselstine. But the Thompson Cariboo team found their legs in the second and tied up the game 2-2. Jacob King tended to the net during both games. But King failed to get run support in the third playoff game on March 4. Though Simon Cisco notched his second of the playoffs in the first, that was all the offense the team could muster. Clearwater put up two goals in each period en route to a 6-1 win. Forced to regroup quickly, Merritt was under the gun in their fourth and final playoff game which took place only hours after their game against Clearwater. Pinyon and Cisco scored for Merritt, with Cisco adding an assist on Pinyon’s goal. But 100 Mile House came to play, dropping nine goals on a besieged Jacob King. Bantam Rec Merritt’s Alpha Design team benefited from the hometown advantage against Ashcroft in their first game of the playoffs on March 2, win-

ning 2-1. Jayden Etchart scored with the assist going to Graycin Nicholls. Cameron Nicholls notched the second goal with the assist going to Jayden Etchart. The next morning, the team played against 100 Mile House, winning by a definitive score of 11-1. C. Nicholls exploded for five goals with the assists going to Zach Dixon, Beau Paterson, Connor Kaboni and Bianca Cavaliere. G. Nicholls scored two goals with an assist going to Connor Ashley. Meanwhile Etchart and Taylor Nicholls added unassisted goals. The scoring was rounded out by Kylie Johnny assisted by T. Nicholls and Dixon scored with Blake Klassen assisting. It was a double header on March 3, as the team faced off against Chase in the afternoon, coming out with a 9-3 win. Cavaliere got a hat trick with an assist going to Ashley. Dixon scored two goals with the lone assist going to Dayton Gregg and T. Nicholls. Single goals went to Etchart, Ashley and Gregg with all three goals assisted by G. Nicholls. C. Nicholls also scored with Ashley assisting. On Sunday morning it was a tighter affair, as the team came away with a 6-5 win over Lillooet. Dixon scored two goals with the one being assisted by Reese Paterson and Blake Klassen and the other goal being assisted by T. Nicholls. Cortez Charters scored with Klassen assisting, Cavaliere scored with the assists going to Dixon and C. Nicholls. G. Nicholls scored the game tying goal with 2:54 left to play, assisted by Gregg, and then followed it up with the game winning goal with 20 seconds left. The goal was assisted by T. Nicholls. It was an all-Merritt affair on Sunday afternoon, as the Alpha Design played their rivals from Murray GM. Dixon had an unassisted goal, and then assisted on a goal from T. Nicholls. Bianca Cavaliere tied it up with Etchart and Paterson providing the assists. G. Nicholls once again scored the game winning goal assisted by Paterson and T. Nicholls with 2:25 left in the third. This weekend, the Alpha Design and Murray GM teams will be back in action in a best-ofthree series will go on to play a best of three series.

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What’s happening in and around the Nicola Valley

March 10

Nicola Valley Skating Club presents “It’s Showtime” at the NVM Arena, 4 p.m.

March 15

Elementary handball

March 16-17

Merritt Curling Club Year-End Championships

March 22-25

Junior Native Hockey Tournament at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

May 19-20

First day of racing at the Merritt Speedway

Sept. 29

Merritt Country Run

Regular Sessions Indoor Tennis

Monday, Wednesday, CMS, Friday 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Thursday, CMS, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Indoor Pickleball Monday, Wednesday, Friday, CMS, 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Civic Centre, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Raise The Bar Bootcamp

Tuesday, Thursday, Diamond Vale School, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Cadet Hall, 10 a.m.

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NICOLA NATURALIST SOCIETY

“Fire Ecology in Southern BC” with Don Gayton. Why was 2017 such a bad year for fires? How did Indigenous people use fire in BC? Don Gayton will address these questions and much more. He is a highly respected ecologist and writer with many years of experience in the BC interior. Thursday, March 15, 7 pm at NVIT Lecture Theatre. All welcome.

LUNCHEON

St. Patrick Day Luncheon, on Wednesday, March 14 from 11 am - 2 pm at the Catholic Church Hall (corner of Blair & Coldwater).Everyone is welcome, hosted by the Catholic Womens League. Call Joan at 250-378-3910 for more information.

HOSPICE

Merritt Hospice is calling for volunteers to support Palliative Care Clients and their families and to support those who are grieving. Volunteers are also needed for administrative duties such a fund raising, community events and serve as board members. Contact Jill Sanford at 250-378-4577 for more information.

CHURCH RENOVATIONS

Merritt Seventh-day Adventist Church at 2190 Granite Ave. is under renovation and is closed temporarily. Still open meeting at the Merritt Baptist Church each Saturday morning. Our soup and sandwich service “Friendship Outreach” is not available. Sorry for any inconvenience. Pastor Toa says improvements will allow us to serve the community even better in the near future. Contact 250 378 2339.

NICOLA VALLEY FILM SOCIETY

presents, “The Glass Castle” rated PG on Monday, March 12 at 7:00 pm at the NVIT Lecture Theatre. Tickets and Memberships available at the door. For more information phone 250-378-3974.

HELP WITH INCOME TAX

Need help filing your income taxes? We will be at Crossroads Community Church from 9 am till noon every Tuesday morning from March 6 till April 24. Drop off your paper work one Tuesday and pick it up the following week. If you need more information please phone 250-378-6283.

PENSION BREAKFAST

Conayt Friendship Society Pension Day Breakfast will be held on every Pension Day from 8:30 to 10:00 am at 2164 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC. Everyone is invited. Elders eat at no charge. For more information call 250378-5107. Volunteer servers and cooks are welcome.

MULTI CULTURAL DINNER

The Family History Centre at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is open every Thursday from 2 pm to 4 pm. Located at 2451 Spring Bank Ave. Everyone welcome.

NAVY LEAGUE OF CANADA

Join the Navy League every Wednesday evening from 6-9 p.m. for our parade. We are located at 1755 Coldwater Ave. Jumpstart does cover the cost of our fees and no child is turned away due to finances. For more information phone 250-280-6944.

GARDEN CLUB

The Nicola Valley Garden Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7pm in the Community Room at Interior Savings Credit Union. Entrance at the back of the bank. Enjoy monthly speakers, refreshments and meeting great friends. For more information contact Ellen Miller at 250315-1012

MERRITT SENIOR CURLING starting up in October 2017 Mondays and Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. new curlers welcome contact Lucy 250-378-7638

THE MERRITT CHAPTER OF THE VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF CANADA Invites all persons interested in restoring and enjoying vintage vehicles to join us at our monthly meeting held at the Anglican Church Hall, 1990 Chap.m.an Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Pete Ratzlaff at 250378-4199 for more information.

RED CROSS

The Red Cross will be open Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon. Please go to the hospital if you need medical equipment.

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Merritt Baptist Church

2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time/ Sunday School: Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship

in St. Michael's Anglican Hall • 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

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You lived your life with courage, dignity & passion. You continue to inspire me to live in this way; to be better every moment. We lived our life in moments, not wishing our time away. And I continue to miss you in moments every day. You made me realize what it means to be loved unconditionally Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so thankful that we shared a special kind of love. Thank you for choosing me. Thank you for loving me I will love you always Brent

Urquhart, Adri Elizabeth 17 June 1926 - 2 March 2018

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grammyâ&#x20AC;? at the â&#x20AC;&#x153;youngâ&#x20AC;? age of 91. Adri is predeceased by her loving husband, Ian, and son, Glenn. She is survived by daughters Sheree (Bill) and Michelle (Steve), grandchildren Mike, Marshall (Myleth), Jenn (Mat), Kelsey (Rick), McKenzie (Reece) and Chloe (Trevor) and 5 greatgrandchildren ... and another one on the way. Our family was truly blessed and grateful to have such an amazing mother and grandmother. RIP Grammy; it is well deserved.

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SUMMER STUDENT WORKER School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) is accepting applications for Summer Students. The worker will provide assistance in the normal maintenance tasks involved with maintaining SOD\JURXQGV SOD\LQJ Ă&#x20AC;HOGV DQG VFKRRO GLVWULFW VLWHV $ valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license is required. It is preferable that students were enrolled full-time in High School/College in 2017/2018, however, MUST be returning full-time to College/University or Trades School for the 2018/2019 sessions. College/University proof of acceptance is mandatory. Submit applications in-person at the School Board 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH &KDSPDQ 6WUHHW 0HUULWW RU RQ OLQH DW www.sd58.bc.ca. Applications, including a detailed resume with a minimum of three references, will be accepted until April 27, 2018. Please forward to: Attn: Operations Manager School District No. 58 (Nicola-Similkameen) P.O. Box 4100, 1550 Chapman Street Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Only those applicants being interviewed will be contacted. For further information, please call Darrell Finnigan at (250) 315-1113.

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(1) Full-time Family Circles Coordinator Objective: The Family Circles Coordinator provides preventative support and maintenance programs to preserve families where possible. The Family Circles Coordinator will bring all relevant parties together to promote cooperative planning and decision making to rebuild family support networks. This position will provide strong leadership in advocating the rights and jurisdiction of family units and will develop positive working relationships with community groups, agencies and societies. Requirements: â&#x20AC;˘ Diploma in Social Services, Human Services, Social Work RU UHODWHG Ă&#x20AC; HOG â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of family and child protection legislation â&#x20AC;˘ Interviewing and needs assessment skills â&#x20AC;˘ Strong problem solving and planning skills â&#x20AC;˘ Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledge of local First Nations customs and culture an asset â&#x20AC;˘ Must have a valid BC driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and reliable transportation â&#x20AC;˘ Must be able to pass a Criminal Record Check â&#x20AC;˘ Preference will be given to, but not limited to, First Nation Applicants â&#x20AC;˘ Travel required, geographical area includes Merritt, Lytton and Ashcroft Start date: ASAP As Needed Pay: $26.31/hr. 3RVWLQJ XQWLO SRVLWLRQ LV Ă&#x20AC; OOHG For Full Job Description contact SCFSS

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Duplex/4 Plex Vancouver Island 17 - 3110 Cook Street. Vancouver Island Patio Home for sale in the charming seaside town of Chemainus, BC just 1/2 hour south of Nanaimo. Spacious 2 br/2 full bath 1,294 sq ft duplex in adult only Applewood Estates. Main level living and entry, open concept kitchen, dining and living room with gas fireplace and cathedral ceiling. Central vac, stainless steel Maytag appliances, laminate flooring with carpet in master, walk-thru closet, 2 full bathrooms, natural gas water heater and forced air furnace, attached garage and crawl space, patio in back, gorgeous landscaping. Like new home in much sought after community. $359,900. For sale by owner, no agents please. 250-246-2698.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1 Bedroom for 1 N/S Adult Only, N/Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Heat & Cable Included. $600 per month. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. (250) 378 - 2954

Duplex / 4 Plex Lower Nicola Spacious 3 Bedroom suite in 4 Plex. N/P, N/S. $1,000.00 Plus Utilities. (250) 378 - 3748

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1 bedroom apartment. $650 plus hydro 3 bedroom + den $1500 plus utilities Commercial downtown space available. $400 and up.

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Whereas Joanne Phillips is indebted to Secure-All Merritt Mini And RV Storage a Division of Secure-All Storage Solutions Ltd in the amount of $510.88 notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Warehouse lien Act the goods stored by you in Unit 445 will be sold by public tender at 12:00 PM, on March 16th, 2018 to recover outstanding storage fees and costs. The storage unit may be viewed at 11:00 AM on the sale date and are located at 1295 Midday Valley Road, Merritt B.C. They may consist of various household goods and clothing contained in Rubbermaid totes and plastic bags. Please contact Michel Zuber at North Central Bailiffs Ltd mike@ northcentralbailiffs.bc.ca or 250-377-4148 for more information.

Whereas Alex McMain is indebted to SecureAll Merritt Mini And RV Storage a Division of Secure-All Storage Solutions Ltd in the amount of $425.20 notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Warehouse lien Act the goods stored by you will be sold by public tender at 12:00 PM, on March 16th, 2018 to recover outstanding storage fees and costs. The storage unit may be viewed at 11:00 AM on the sale date and are located at 1295 Midday Valley Road, Merritt B.C. The goods to be sold is a 1988 Jeep, VIN No. 2BCCV81J2JB500876. Running condition is unknown and keys are not available. The unit is sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;as is, where isâ&#x20AC;?. Please contact Michel Zuber at North Central Bailiffs Ltd mike@northcentralbailiffs.bc.ca or 250-377-4148 for more information.

WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT

By virtue of the Warehouse Lien Act, Trigs Storage Ltd., claims a lien against TRACY COLLEDGE, UNIT 26, who is indebted to Trigs Storage Ltd., in the amount of $800.00 plus costs.

Whereas Valerie Heron is indebted to SecureAll Merritt Mini And RV Storage a Division of Secure-All Storage Solutions Ltd in the amount of $1,144.53 notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Warehouse lien Act the goods stored by you in Unit 425 will be sold by public tender at 12:00 PM, on March 16th, 2018 to recover outstanding storage fees and costs. The storage unit may be viewed at 11:00 AM on the sale date and are located at 1295 Midday Valley Road, Merritt B.C. They may consist of various household goods and clothing in a variety of containers. . Please contact Michel Zuber at North Central Bailiffs Ltd mike@northcentralbailiffs.bc.ca or 250-377-4148 for more information.

WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT Whereas Christopher Montgomery is indebted to Secure-All Merritt Mini And RV Storage a Division of Secure-All Storage Solutions Ltd in the amount of $552.17 notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Warehouse lien Act the goods stored by you in Unit 309 will be sold by public tender at 12:00 PM, on March 16th, 2018 to recover outstanding storage fees and costs. The storage unit may be viewed at 11:00 AM on the sale date and are located at 1295 Midday Valley Road, Merritt B.C. They may consist of various used electronics and furnishings. Please contact Michel Zuber at North Central Bailiffs Ltd. Please contact Michel Zuber at North Central Bailiffs Ltd mike@northcentralbailiffs.bc.ca or 250-377-4148 for more information.

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These personal and household effects will be sold by either public or private auction, on or after March 16, 2018 at 372, Hwy 8, Lower Nicola, B.C. No. KAM-S-H-55530 Kamloops Registry In the Supreme Court of British Columbia Between Scotia Mortgage Corporation, formerly known as Maple Trust Company Petitioner and Luke Norman Neville Her Majesty the Queen in Right of the Province of British Columbia Respondents

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Friday, March 16th • 9:30am-7:30pm & Saturday, March 17th • 9:30am-5:30pm 2032 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC • Ph: 250-378-5714 • Buy One Get One of equal or lesser value 40%

OFF • Door Prizes • $100 Gift Certiﬁcate

• Jeans Giveaway (1pair of silver jeans, and 2 pairs of Mavi jeans (1mens, 1ladies) NEW PRODUCT LINES: Corkcicle (canteens, tumblers and koozies) • Dr. Martens (stylish foot ware for fall as well as work boots) • Lucky brand jeans (casual clothing / jeans)

Longtime working Merritt residents Chris Heppner & Chandelle Agar, are proud to say they are the new owners of Spaner & Webb. Chris and Chandelle took over ownership on February 1, 2018. They look forward to getting to know everyone and would like to welcome everyone to their grand opening.