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Fatality closes Coquihalla Highway A driver was killed open until approximately 7:30 a.m. on July 31. in a crash involving two tractor trailers. Horses rescued from burning truck Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

A vehicle collision on Highway 5 south of Merritt escalated quickly on July 30. Around 9:20 p.m. Merritt RCMP, Hope RCMP and Fraser Valley Traffic Services responded to a crash between two tractor trailers halfway between Merritt and Hope. “During this time a vehicle travelling north bound struck the back of a tractor trailer unit,” wrote Staff. Sgt. Dwayne Farlin in a press release. “The driver of the vehicle was pronounced deceased on scene.” A subsequent fire sparked in the nearby bushes as a result of the crash. Provincial fire resources were recruited from Kamloops to assist with battling the fire, which was quickly contained. Northbound traffic between Merritt and Hope was closed for several hours following the collision, and did not re-

It was a close call for four horses travelling on Highway 5 over the weekend. A motorist was hauling the animals from Vancouver to Salmon Arm on July 29 when he noticed smoke coming from his engine near Juliette Bridge at approximately 12:34 p.m. “The driver managed to get out of the truck and rescue the four horses that were in trailer before both the truck and trailer were engulfed in flames,” said Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood. “Arrangements were made to get the owner and horses taken care of.” Wood confirmed no people or horses were injured during the incident, but the truck and trailer were both destroyed. Highway 5 was closed northbound approximately 45 kilometres south of Merritt following the fire, and drivers experienced subsequent delays once it re-opened.

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this week merrittherald.com Northbound traffic was closed for several hours following the collision on Highway 5 and did not reopen until 7:30 a.m. on July 31. Photo courtesy of @Conjacerio/Twitter

A group representing B.C. contractors has taken the next step in its effort to challenge the B.C. government’s plan for a fall referendum on changing the province’s voting system.

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Mining woes The fire destroyed the motorist’s truck and trailer, but neither him nor the horses suffered any injuries. Photo courtesy of Nicholas Lendvoy (@NLendvoy)/Twitter

Body found near highway identified Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

A 27-year-old woman found dead in a ditch alongside the Coquihalla Highway on July 22 has been identified. Brittany Martel’s body was discovered by a motorist during a closure on Highway 5. Her death was “not deemed suspicious,” said Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood in a press release. “And no criminality is suspected.”

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“The Merritt RCMP would like to thank the members of the public who called in to assist with sightings of the woman in the days before her passing and assisting in the recovery of some of her personal belongings,” the RCMP release continued. The investigation of the Martel’s death has been taken over by the BC Coroners’ Service. Martel was from Hay River N.W.T. and had gone missing before according to a report from APTN News.

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Complaints rise The B.C. Ombudsperson’s office received 8,400 complaints and enquiries in 2017-18, a 10-year high in dealing with people’s allegations of unfair treatment by the B.C. government. The body of 27-year-old Brittany Martel was discovered in a ditch approximately 50 kilometres south of Merritt on July 22. Photo courtesy of Facebook

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to meet with Mayor Menard on p.m., 3:00p.m., a.m. 9:00 from9:00 August andto3:00 a.m. from July 1822 inin the Street. Voght Street. 2185 Voght floor), 2185 (second floor), Hall (second City Hall at City Office at Mayor’s Office the Mayor’s

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City of Merritt NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE We have a temporary road closure EVERY Friday evening that will be in effect from July 6 – September Merritt Summer Nights Market 2000 & 2100 Blocks of Quilchena Avenue Friday 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Position: The City of Merritt is inviting applications for the position of Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Level II. For complete details, visit City of Merritt website at www.merritt.ca Current resumes reflecting applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position; detailing education and qualifications, and proof of required education and licenses will be accepted prior to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 14, 2018 by: Carole Fraser Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager, City of Merritt PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Date Posted: July 27, 2018 Posting Expires: August 14, 2018

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APPLICATION FOR PERMISSIVE PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION FOR 2019 DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 7, 2018 The Community Charter provides that on or before October 31 in any year, Council may by bylaw, exempt eligible land and/or improvements from municipal property taxes for the following year(s). On October 25, 2016, permissive tax exemptions were approved for a four year period from 2017 through to 2020 – see Bylaw 2215 (2016). On October 24, 2018 permissive tax exemptions were approved for a three year period from 2018 through to 2020 – see Bylaws 2224 (2017); 2225 (2017) and 2226 (2017). Bylaws can be found on the City website at www.merritt.ca/city-council/bylaws. Permissive property tax exemptions are provided for non-profit, philanthropic and charitable organizations. These permissive exemptions are at the discretion of Council and are subject to the City of Merritt’s budgetary constraints. Council may also consider permissive municipal tax exemptions less than 100%. Application forms for those organizations that did not receive an exemption under the bylaws listed above can be downloaded from the City website or picked up at City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Please submit your 2019 applications by 4:30 p.m., September 7, 2018 to: City of Merritt PO Box 189, 2185 Voght St., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Attention: Wayne Anderson, Financial Services Manager

NOTICE OF PROJECT COLDWATER AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT – PHASE III The City of Merritt is pleased to formally announce the continuation of the Coldwater Avenue Phase III project that will commence on Monday, July 23, 2018. This is the final segment of the three-phase Coldwater Avenue Improvement project that will include upgrades to water, sewer and storm utilities to the 1900 block of Coldwater Avenue, between River Street and Voght Street.

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Please note that temporary road closures, detours and alternating traffic patterns will be in effect daily from Monday to Saturday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, and vehicle access will be limited to local and emergency traffic only. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and your continual patience is much appreciated. If you would like further information regarding the Coldwater Avenue Improvement Project - Phase III, please do not hesitate to contact: Alec Macfarlane, AScT Engineering Technologist 250-378-8627 tech@merritt.ca

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Councillors show support for new service Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

Greyhound may have called it quits in B.C., but local residents are keen to fill the void. Gene Fields has already stepped up to the plate, planning a passenger bus service from Merritt to Kamloops, Highland Copper Mine, and possibly Spences Bridge. He hopes to have the service running by Sept. 1. At a regular city council meeting on July 24, Fields presented his plan to operate six 22-passenger buses to service the communtiy and requested a letter of support from council. “We’re in the process of getting our authorizations, then we will start seeking the necessary funds to purchase

Greyhound busses still pick up and drop off passengers at the Wagon West travel plaza in Merritt, despite the building being shutdown since late 2017. Herald files

our fleet,” Fields said, noting he doesn’t expect the process to be too difficult. “I just spoke with the [Ministry of

Transportation] and they said the requirements are going to be a lot simpler than they were before because they want to fast-track

this and get this service out there so nobody is left without bus service whatsoever,” he said. The need for transportation of this nature

in the Nicola Valley will only grow, Fields added, citing an anticipated increase in workers for the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion proj-

ect construction as well as the need for festival shuttles. Serving the community is his primary goal, he declared. “We have about 20 businesses in town who are willing to sell our tickets and provide us with pickup spots,” he said, noting they’ve offered discounted rates to local organizations such as ASK Wellness Society. Fields hopes to park his buses at the Wagon West travel plaza in Merritt — the property previously occupied by Greyhound — as the required C5 zoning is already in place. However, that deal hasn’t been locked down quite yet. “I have been in contact with the real estate company that recently sold the Greyhound station and I have to wait until it closed escrow in

Baker won’t be on ballot After 10 years serving on Merritt’s city council, Coun. Dave Baker has decided to call it quits. “The main reason is that I don’t live here anymore,” he said. “I don’t think that someone who doesn’t live here and doesn’t know what’s going on should be on council.”

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Pooley Avenue rezoning rejected Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

An application to rezone a property on Pooley Avenue in Merritt from M1 (light industrial) to M2 (heavy industrial) was rejected at the regular city council meeting on July 24. Suki Manj — one of the owners of Reliable Towing — wanted to use the land for automobile storage, noting he already purchased a main yard up the street that the company has outgrown. A public hearing took place immediately prior to the regular city council meeting to give residents who feel they are affected by the proposed rezoning a chance to voice their opinions.

Several people spoke in opposition of the application, including Al Janzen, a resident at the Diamond Vale mobile home park. He explained his home is immediately behind the property in question, and said his primary concerns are an increased fire hazard as well as dust, pollution and noise. Councillors expressed their reservations about the rezoning, ultimately voting unanimously to defeat the proposal. Coun. Mike Goetz explained once zoning is changed to heavy industrial, the Official Community Plan (OCP) dictates that council has no choice but to let other heavy industry use the property in the future.

order for him to give me the name of the fellow who purchased it,” he said. Members of council encouraged Fields at Tuesday’s meeting. “I think it’s a great idea and I hope it works,” said Coun. Kurt Christopherson, whose sentiment was echoed by Mayor Neil Menard. “When you get yourself established and you have a piece of property our recommendation would be [to] come in and see us,” he said. “We certainly do support [this] and we know that we need it. I also would think our council would go bat for you with [Greyhound], so that they can’t stop our community from being serviced and other communities as well. We wouldn’t be afraid to get in that. We wish you all the best.”

After moving to Big Bar Lake near Clinton, Coun. Baker explained he stayed on council because he did not want to cause a byelection which could have proved costly for the city. But he will not be putting his name forward for another term in October’s municipal election. “You lose touch — even though I’m here all the time, I have friends here, read the paper, watch the news, you still lose touch with what’s going on,” he said.

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Getting back in the groove When this edition of the Herald hits the newsstands on Aug. 2, the population of Merritt Cole Wagner will have COLE’S NOTES already begun to swell. Thousands of music fans, partyseekers and maybe even a few rabblerousers will be flooding into town as the Rockin’ River Music Fest takes over the festival grounds to the south of Merritt. The festival expects to attract its biggest crowds yet, with one of country music’s current stars, Eric Church, set to headline the show on Friday. With the possibility of 10,000+ people attending the shows each day of the four day festival, the sheer size of the Rockin’ River Fest is sure to invoke memories of a former festival which helped cultivate Merritt’s claim to the title of country music capital of Canada. But while controversy and debauchery overwhelmed the former festival, the organizers of the Rockin’ River Fest have been conscious about the slow build towards a family-oriented event which can be enjoyed by people from all walks of life. That’s not to say the potential for booze-fuelled drunken antics is not ever-present. But since arriving in Merritt in 2015, the Rockin’ River Music Fest has made a serious effort towards creating goodwill among the locals. And the community of Merritt stands to benefit from a well-run, large scale festival. As crowds continue to grow year after year, so too does the share of money invested in our hotels, local shops and businesses.

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The worst case scenario for the planet This is Armageddon Summer in the northern hemisphere: out-ofcontrol wildfires all around the Arctic Circle (not to mention California and GWYNNE DYER Greece), weeks-long The international heatwaves with STAGE unprecedented high temperatures, torrential downpours and Biblical floods. And yes, it’s climate change. It’s quite appropriate to be frightened, because the summers will be much worse ten years from now, and much worse again ten years after that. Prompt and drastic cuts in greenhouse gas emissions now might stop the summers of the 2040s from being even worse, but they wouldn’t do much to lessen the mounting misery of the next 20 years. Those emissions are mostly in the atmosphere already. Besides, we’re not going to see ‘prompt and drastic cuts in greenhouse emissions’ any time soon. It’s going to get a lot worse before it gets better — if it ever does get better. And so it is probably time to ask the obvious question:

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where will it all end? The worst case isn’t the only case, or even the most likely case, but there may be some value in understanding how bad it could get if we miss all the exits on the highway to Hell. And here I’m going to quote from an interview I did ten years ago with Dr Dennis Bushnell, chief scientist at NASA’s Langley Research Center. It’s all still true today.

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‘There may be some value in understanding how bad it could get if we miss all the exits on the highway to Hell.’

He had been talking about the ‘feedbacks’ (melting permafrost, warming oceans, huge releases of methane and carbon dioxide). Because they cannot yet be fully incorporated into the computer models of climate, they lead

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to systematic underestimates of future warming. And then he cut to the chase. “If you take all these feedbacks into account, the estimates are that by 2100, instead of two to six degrees Celsius rise (in average global temperature), it looks like a possibility of six to twelve degrees.... These temperature changes would change the ocean circulation patterns and end up with much of the oceans going anoxic — very low oxygen content — which would then promote bacteria which produce hydrogen sulphates. These would rise and take out the ozone layer, and also make it somewhat difficult to breathe. This is by 2100.” What Dennis Bushnell was referring to was ‘Canfield oceans’, now strongly suspected of being the cause of four out of the big five mass extinctions. Everybody knows about the huge asteroid that struck the Gulf of Mexico 65 million years and wiped out the dinosaurs. Fewer people know that there is no trace of an asteroid strike associated with the other four ‘great dyings’, 444 million, 360 million, 251 million and 200 million years ago. So what happened then?

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Linda Brown should apologize for comments Editor, We are writing in to call on Coun. Linda Brown to publicly apologize for her comments regarding the LGBTQ2S+ community, or step out of the 2018 mayoral race. “There is, from my understanding, high suicidal rates with this group across Canada across America. For all the reasons that have been explained within this document and several other documents I’ve read, this is certainly not my lifestyle, nor Editor, When the issue of the rainbow sidewalk came before council, I voted in favour of the proposal. Sadly, my vote was not enough to carry the matter. I voted that way because I firmly believe that we must make every effort to be completely inclusive. I was hopeful that the crosswalk would send an welcoming and reassuring message to the LGBTQ community. In my effort to reconcile that position with my own deeplyheld beliefs, I used some unfortunate terminology. If those admittedly ill-considered words caused anyone hurt, for that I sincerely apologize.

do I propose to understand it or condone it,” said Brown at the city council meeting on Feb. 27, 2018. None of us can understand everything, but we can still show support without distancing ourselves first. The above comment is supremely homophobic, because councillor Brown makes a point of distancing herself from the LGBTQ2S+ community. In 2018, there is no room for anything less than full support and acceptance of anyone

regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, etc. Merritt could be, and should be, an example of a city that embraces diversity, instead of being a city where politicians make homophobic comments at city council meetings, distance themselves from the LGBTQ2S+ community, and then expect the city’s support in running for mayor.

It is unfortunate that my intent was misinterpreted. Perhaps if my full comments on the issue had been reported, some misunderstanding might have been averted. The remainder of the transcript included the following: “I am prepared to accept the fact that if the kids of the school think this will be a way to show some kind of inclusion for those belonging to that [LGBTQ] community, I think it is a positive message the kids are trying to create.” “I hope it [the crosswalk] says to members of that [LGBTQ] group that you are all accepted by this community regardless of your sexual orientation and that you are loved no

matter what you do.” “I’m not prepared to stand in judgement of individuals of that [LGBTQ] community. I will look at trying to support the school to bring inclusion and acceptance to these kids. “ While I will not compromise my personal beliefs, surely my record on this matter demonstrates that I will not permit them to overrule my sense of what is right and just for every segment of our community. I remain committed to valuing diversity and to respecting the rights of others, whether or not their practices or beliefs differ from my own.

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From Page 6 One common factor was that the planet was unusually hot at the time, but the real clue was that the deep oceans were anoxic. There was no oxygen down there, and therefore no life that used oxygen. When the oceans are very warm, the ‘overturning circulation’ (like the Gulf Stream) that carries vast amounts of oxygen -rich surface water down into the depths simply stops, and the oceans stratify into an oxygenated surface layer and an anoxic deeper layer. But there was still life down there: sulphate bacteria that normally hide in the silt, away from the oxygen that would destroy them. In an anoxic ocean, they come out and multiply — and eventually, if the conditions are right, they rise all the way to the surface and kill all the oxygen-based life in the sea. Not only that, but hydrogen sulphide gas, a waste product of their metabolism, rises into the atmosphere, destroys the ozone layer, and drifts over the land where it also wipes out most life. This has happened not once but at least four times in the past. Even if we avoid that fate, we may be heading for a mass die-back, including of human beings. Food is the key issue: as warming depresses productivity and turns whole regions into desert, mass starvation is imaginable, although actual extinction seems improbable. The situation is already quite grim. Bad news, of course, but when you find yourself in a highstakes game you should know what the stakes are. Gwynne Dyer’s book ‘Climate Wars’ was published in 2010. Unfortunately, almost every word in it is still true.

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Editor, I wanted to write and thank the people of Merritt who were so kind to my son and I when we had vehicle trouble coming into Merritt. I especially want to thank Keith, Michelle, Will and Willie at Integra Tire. Not only did they fix my vehicle and get me back on the road but they went above and beyond to make sure that we were OK. When we had to wait for a part, they hooked our camper up with electricity, made sure we had water and were safe for the night. Willie drove us to Canadian Tire to help me negotiate a good deal on new tires and made sure we had groceries and everything that we needed. It is the kindness of strangers that puts life in perspective when things are rough and I can’t say enough about the kindness and concern that was extended to my family in our time of need. Thank you Integra Tire — your company is well named. Shara Nixon Surrey, B.C.

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Managing a medium-sized festival is one thing though, while keeping a lid on a group of 10,000 people eager to imbibe is a whole other can of worms. Just ask the organizers of one of Merritt’s other premiere events: Bass Coast, which has cautiously and slowly increased ticket sales to a high of just over 5,000 this year. With any luck, a smooth festival experience and a bit of signature Nicola Valley sunshine convinces a few visitors to make Merritt a regular stop on their trip through the Interior — maybe they even stick around for an extended stay. Here’s to hoping Kenny Hess and his crew have it figured out. Because as much as benefits the local economy, it also just feels good to get our groove back.

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Police and local First Nations youth pull together MSS grad steps into new role Dara Hill THE MERRITT HERALD

A Merritt RCMP officer was recognized for building connections between police and local First Nations youth. Const. Rose Grant was presented with a ceremonial blanket at this year’s canoe pull, an event organized by the Merritt RCMP’s First Nations Policing Office in partnership with TECK (Highland Valley Copper). Const. Grant was recognized “for all the work she has done over the years working with local First Nations youth and organizing the yearly canoe pull that brings youth together with police, conservation officers, elders and community leaders,” said Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood. Sgt. Wood told the Herald he was impressed of the turnout of over

One of the projects SmartStep co-ordinator Kalea Palmer has been involved with is the creation of a large scale chess and checkers set, located in the garden beside the Community Policing Office. Cole Wagner/Herald Staff Sgt. Lorne Wood presented Const. Rose Grant with a ceremonial blanket at this week’s canoe pull, which saw over 60 youth set sail on Nicola Lake. Photo contributed

60 young people from the area. “The canoe pull gets youth working together, and in teams, and helps them to make positive

decisions in their lives, with an emphasis on culture and history,” he said. “In policing, we deal with some bad things and if we can

help those kids out now and make those positive connections it’s easier for us, easier for them, and it helps us work together.”

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Fresh off of a school year spent in Hungary as part of an international exchange, Kalea Palmer wasted no time in securing a summer job before she ships off to university in the fall. Palmer is the new co-ordinator for the SmartStep program, a program that aims to engage kids from 12 to 18 years old in community events. As a former SmartStep participant herself, Palmer said she’s looking to build on the group’s long history in the community. “The kids are the ones who come up with the ideas, they’re the ones who put the work in,” said Palmer. The job is a great fit for Palmer, who has a few months in Merritt to catch her breath before starting on her next adventure.

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✔ pharmacy ✔ cosmetics ✔ Giftware and much more... COLLABORATIVE CONTRIBUTION The Nicola Valley Community Arts Council (NVCAC) was proud to present the Conayt Friendship Society with a piece that was produced during the National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations in Rotary Park in Merritt this past June. Vanessa Trenholm (middle) created the outline and individuals added colour and pieces — including the sun and the red apples — they felt the painting needed. On Trenholm’s left is NVCAC president Jean Kiegerl, and Savannah Joe, cultural co-ordinator from Conayt Friendship Society stands to her right. The NVCAC’s next Art in the Park event is scheduled for Sept. 22 and 23 during the Lower Nicola Garlic Festival. Photo contributed

Palmer spent 10 months in Budapest this year as part of an exchange program. While she had already graduated from Merritt Secondary School in 2017, Palmer spent an extra year at school in Hungary, learning the language and the culture of the central European nation. “It was definitely interesting with the language and everything,” she said. “My school was all in Hungarian, so it was a bit of culture shock to have to figure out my classes in Hungarian.” Following her graduation from MSS in 2017, Palmer had been accepted to the University of Victoria. She chose to defer her attendance for a year while taking part in the exchange, and will be shipping out to Vancouver Island in the fall to begin her studies.

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Albas ready for another run at federal seat Conservative MP knocking on doors during ‘small business tour.’

Merritt’s mayor Neil Menard poses with Conservative MP Dan Albas during a face-toface meeting on July 26. Dan Albas/Twitter

Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

A year out from the next federal election, Dan Albas hopes to have his finger on the pulse of what issues matter to his constituents. During a recent meeting with Merritt’s mayor and council, Albas said he heard loud and clear that the loss of the Greyhound bus service and the ongoing disputes regarding the Trans Mountain expansion project were top of mind for locals. Noting that residents in Merritt rely on the Greyhound bus service to access doctors appointments and

other services located in neighbouring communities, Albas pledged to work alongside his municipal counterparts in Merritt to encourage a new coach service to fill the gaps

left by the impending departure of Greyhound. “You want to make sure the new entrants... are not discouraged from participating because of a lengthy

process,” said Albas. He added that removing any federal regulatory hurdles standing in the way of new bus companies was one way in which Ottawa could make life easier for travellers in B.C. Another issue brought to the forefront by Merritt’s mayor and council was the ongoing uncertainty for the future of the Trans Mountain expansion project. The decision to purchase the pipeline project from Kinder Morgan Canada has only further delayed the construction process, said Albas. “What I’m afraid of is that you’ll see ribbon cutting in

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Palmer plans to return after travel From Page 8 The former Panther said she also hopes to return to the rugby pitch at the University of Victoria, after playing for a number of seasons in Merritt. Ultimately, Palmer has a goal of becoming a teacher following her collegiate studies, and could see herself returning to Merritt.

But the SmartStep co-ordinator said she’d like to make more than a few stops all over the world before settling down in the Nicola Valley. “I want to keep travelling and see a bunch of different countries,” she said, adding that she would enjoy teaching English as a second language in a foreign country.

And before she can get started on the world tour, Palmer has a few more events to host in Merritt. On Aug. 8, the SmartStep program will host a free Yoga in the Park event at Rotary Park from 4 to 5 p.m. No registration or experience is necessary, and the SmartStep leaders will have a few mats avail-

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places like Edmonton where there is tremendous support for [the expansion], and then you’ll see further consultations... in the areas where there is less support,” said Albas. Ultimately, he said the project is likely to be at the forefront of the 2019 federal election campaign. “Merritt has jobs, investments, it also has critical infrastructure tied up in this project,” said Albas. “We need some leadership on these things, I believe [Conservative leader] Andrew Scheer is the best person positioned to see these projects go through.” To that end, Albas said he’ll be seeking his third term in office come 2019.

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Perfect weather and a host of classic cars made for a great afternoon in Merritt’s Central Park on July 22. The Nicola Valley Cruisers 24th annual Show ‘n Shine event took over Merritt, with 88 classic cars registered for this year’s show. Brian Cave’s vintage ‘33 Ford pickup and Boler trailer continued its unbeaten run at classic car shows, as the ensemble earned the Mayor’s Choice award. Those who didn’t get a chance to see Cave’s bright yellow Ford may be in luck — Cave is a local Merrittonian who has been known to take the Ford out for a drive in the summer, so keep your eyes peeled around town. Best vintage went to Norm and Helen Atkins’ ‘58 Chrysler Windsor. The couple hails from Kamloops. Organizers wished to pass along their gratitude to everyone who helped out during the show.

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SLO PITCH

City Furniture takes top spot Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

Merritt’s mixed slo pitch league took over the diamonds at Central Park as local teams battled for supremacy at the annual year-end tournament. With 15 teams spread across three divisions, competition was tight for all levels of players, said tournament organizer Lisa DeWinter-Garcia. Seventeen teams initially registered for the tournament on July 20 to 22, but forest fires elsewhere in the province left a few teams shorthanded, forcing them to drop out, said DeWinter-Garcia. While three teams competed in the top flight A division, eight teams battled it out in the B divi-

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The Merritt Mixed Slo Pitch League wrapped up with the annual tournament in Central Park from July 20 to 22. Photo courtesy of Gordon Swan

sion. Meanwhile, four teams competed for the crown in the C division. Divisions were determined by the

standings during regular season play, explained DeWinter-Garcia. City Furniture emerged as the winner

in the A division, beating out the Backdoor Bandits for the top spot. Non-Athletics triumphed over the Silver

Bullets in the B division, while Caught Looking picked up gold in the C division. Moccasin Mafia was second.

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Bull riders share stories of head injuries in new video series Cole Wagner THE MERRITT HERALD

“When I first started riding steers and then on to bull riding, there was no such thing as concussion protocol. We didn’t even use the word concussion — we just ‘got our bell rung,’” explains Scott Shiffner, a three time Canadian bull riding champion in the opening moments of a new video series highlighting the dangers of concussions for rodeo athletes. The sport of bull riding and rodeo sports in general is in the midst of a reckoning regarding the seriousness of head injuries and concussions, following the death of bull riding champion and Merritt native Ty Pozzobon in January of 2017. Pozzobon took his

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Tanner Byrne, president of the Ty Pozzobon Foundation, shares his experience with concussions in the sport of bull riding alongside other professionals in a new educational video released by the foundation. Photo courtesy of the Ty Pozzobon Foundation

own life after struggling with the effects of multiple concussions he suffered over the course of his career. A posthumous study of Pozzobon’s brain, done at the University of

Washington, found that the athlete was dealing with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, commonly referred to as CTE. In the wake of Pozzobon’s passing,

friends and family of the champion bull rider formed the Ty Pozzobon Foundation, which is aimed at increasing awareness about brain injuries, and providing support

and resources to rodeo athletes who suffer concussions in competition.

More online at merrittherald.com, search ‘BULL RIDERS’

Merritt Secondary School’s girls rugby program continues to churn out remarkable talent, as two Panthers played with Team B.C. at the Western Canadian Championships in Kelowna. The tournament ran from July 27 to 29, with B.C. entering a U15 and a U16 squad. Merritt’s Justice Aspinall captured silver with the U15s, while Taylor Nicholls came away with a gold playing on the U16 squad. Both teams dominated competition from Alberta, while B.C.’s U15 squad lost only a single match all weekend to their older provincial team counterparts. Justice Aspinall and Taylor Nicholls played on Team B.C.’s U15 and U16 squads respectively, after putting in standout performances at the recent Provincial Regional Championship (PRC) tournament in Burnaby, B.C. Representing the Thompson-Okanagan region alongside fellow Merrittonians Mackenzie Wray, Neleah Chillihitzia and coach Erica Martindale, the play of Aspinall and Nicholls impressed Team B.C. coaches in attendance. The pair earned an invite to the try-out camp the following weekend, and after a series of practices, were informed they had made their respective age-group teams only a week prior to the Western Canadian Championships. The PRC tournament gave Nicholls and Aspinall a chance to play with — and against — all of their Team B.C. teammates, said Nicholls. But the Western Canadian Championships was the first time either girl represented the province of British Columbia, after getting their start in the sport in Merritt. “I first got introduced in elementary school, I think in Grade 5,” said Nicholls, who will be enrolled in Grade 11 this September. “I watched a high school game in Grade 7, and I loved the game, watching it. I decided try out in Grade and have been playing since.” Despite being the younger of the two athletes, Aspinall said she was confident — if not a little nervous — about her chances of making the team following the try-outs. “Higher level rugby is exciting, and it’s fun to play,” said Aspinall.

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Highland Valley Copper

Open House

Monday, August 6, 2018 This family day showcases many aspects of HVC including interactive displays and entertainment: • Mine Tours • Children’s Entertainment • Donations accepted for fund-raising games in support of the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation.

• Informative Displays • Exhibit Booths from various mine site departments • Mine Rescue Demonstrations • Hot Dogs & Refreshments...and so Much More! • Open to all ages with some age restrictions on various tours

Open House Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm • No booking required • Bring a refillable water bottle • Industrial setting • No open-toed footwear on Mill Tours • Please leave your pets at home

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NICOLA VALLEY FALL FAIR YARD SALE

August 11 - 12 (last weekend), 319 Lindley Creek Road, Merritt, Saturday 9 - 2 and Sundays 10 - 2. Drop off days are during the yard sales or Monday from 6 - 8. Phone Martha at 250-378-2303 for inquiries. No tvs or large exercise equip. as we have to pay to have someone dispose of these items.

LAWN BOWLING

Lawn bowling starts early May, every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 7 pm. For more information call 250378-2095.

DROP IN CENTER FOR ELDERS

Come downtown Merritt (2000 block of Quilchena Avenue) every Friday evening now until Sept. 7th. Enjoy local vendors providing a range of goods including clothing, baked goods, art and produce.

The Conayt Friendship Society located at 1964 Quilchena Ave. has a drop-in center for Elders every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Snacks and light lunches are provided. Elders are welcome to assist in preparing menu and lunch. A sign-in sheet is at the front office. Elders can provide suggested menus and lunch to reception at the attention of the Executive Director.

SHELTER & SUPPORT SOCIETY

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The Nicola Valley Shelter and Support Society is now operating a daytime drop-in centre located at 2038 Nicola Avenue. Hours of operation are Thursday thru to Monday from 8 am - 4 pm. Light breakfast and lunch served. Everyone welcome. For information contact Nancy at 250-315-0155. Come see a variety of vendors every Saturday from May - October 6 during our new hours from 9:30 - 1:00, beside the Ballie House. New vendors welcome, call 250-571-3470 or 250-378-4624.

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. 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 PICKLEBALL CLUB

NICOLA VALLEY EXPLORERS

CONAYT BINGO

Meets on the first and third Thursday at 6:30 pm in the Civic Center, from September to May. The next meeting will be on Sept. 6. We would love to see new members! Meanwhile, for information call Sharon at 250-3155190 or find us on Facebook. The Nicola Valley Explorers Society’s primary aims are to promote hiking cycling, snow shoeing, cross country skiing and other non-motorized trail use in the Nicola Valley. We also work to assist in the develop.m.ent and maintenance of recreational trails. Membership is open to anyone interested in non-motorized outdoor recreation in the Nicola Valley. For more information please contact Terry at 250-378-5190.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION

Hours are 2 pm to 6 pm, Tuesday through Friday, and Saturdays from 1 pm to 7 pm. Come join us Saturdays for our meat draw. Guests always welcome and will be signed in by a member.

COURTHOUSE ARTS GALLERY

Join us Thursday-Saturday from 12-6 p.m.. See our current art show or join us for our Friday workshops, different arts and artists, from tea and talk to mosaics, drawing, etc. For what’s new this week at the Gallery and the NVAC check our website nicolavalleyartscouncil.com Or call 250-378-6515 or 250-315-3437.

Playing M/W/F: 8:30-11:30am, Sport Box, Central Park (2975 Voght Street) T/TH: 6:30-8:00pm, Merritt Civic Centre (1950 Mamette Ave) Great fun and exercise, drop-ins welcome. Demo paddles and instruction available. FMI call Brian 250-378-7452 or Gary 250-280-0105 Join Conayt Friendship Society every Thursday for bingo. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m. Everyone welcome to come and play! 2164 Quilchena Ave.

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 Chapman Street, at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Vintage car ownership is not required. Call Ted Lund at 250-3784194 for more information.

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THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church

2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911• Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

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.

H.E.L.P. Merritt Red Cross is looking for volunteers for 2 hrs. on Thursdays to loan out health equipment from the Merritt Hospital. You will be working with another volunteer who will help train you. If you can help please call 250-378-5276. Students for summer months are welcome.

Seventh Day Adventist Church

2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-2339 Bible Study: 9:30 • Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church

1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service times: Sundays at 10am (no service on the 5th Sunday)

Trinity United Church

Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time/ Sunday School (K - Gr. 4) - 10 am

Do you want to list your event? Let us know! Call 250-378-4241 or email: publisher@merrittherald.com Deadlines for submissions is noon on Friday prior to publication

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 2451 Spring Bank Ave • 250-378-5603 Worship Service Sunday -10 am • Sunday School -11:10 am Bible Study - 6:45 to 7:45 pm Wednesdays

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We would like to thank all those in Merritt who assisted and supported our father Dr Stanley Croft during the time he spent in Merritt up until his death on June 30th, 2018 Special thanks to the wonderful staff at the Florentine, Home Care and Dr Don Mcleod for their kind and compassionate care. We would also like to thank Fr Ken and the congregation at Sacred Heart Church for their support during this GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW WLPH Lastly many thanks to Angela Texmo from Merritt Funeral Chapel for all her help with funeral arrangements. The Croft Family

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Lower Nicola Indian Band Department: Arena Position Title: Arena Maintenance Attendant Hours: 30-35 hrs per week, evenings and weekends Start Date: August 20, 2018 Term: Until March 31, 2019 Wage: Negotiable Reports to: Shulus Arena Manager Summary of responsibilities: Under the direction of Arena Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for all arena maintenance and Zamboni duties while on shift. Duties and tasks: â&#x20AC;˘ Drive and operate the Zamboni and other various types of hand operated tools and equipment â&#x20AC;˘ Resurface the ice sheet in such a manner that its condition is kept in good conditions at all times â&#x20AC;˘ Will handle services and needs of general public, such as, but not limited to program questions, phone calls etc. â&#x20AC;˘ Follow and direct others to follow the posted safety standards â&#x20AC;˘ Complete all janitorial tasks whenever needed to provide a tidy and respectable facility â&#x20AC;˘ Will take mechanical readings and record properly on all equipment in the arena â&#x20AC;˘ Perform other duties as assigned or directed â&#x20AC;˘ Arrive to work every day, on time as scheduled Required knowledge, skills and abilities â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to follow verbal and written instructions â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent communication and high energy while at work â&#x20AC;˘ A team worker with a great work ethic, a self-starter and able to work independently â&#x20AC;˘ $EOH WR FRPPXQLFDWH ZHOO DQG FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQWO\ ZLWK WKH SXEOLF ZH are in the people business 0LQLPXP 4XDOLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQV â&#x20AC;˘ Must be at least 18 years old â&#x20AC;˘ Valid British Columbia driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license â&#x20AC;˘ Some high school or working towards completing high school diploma â&#x20AC;˘ Some related work experience preferred but not required â&#x20AC;˘ 0XVW EH DYDLODEOH WR ZRUN Ă H[LEOH KRXUV HYHQLQJV DQG ZHHNHQGV Deadline:

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