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PLEASING THE PALATE It was a full house at the Grand Pub and Grill Tuesday for the 10th annual wine tasting, where patrons sampled local cider and Okanagan wines paired with various courses. Emily Wessel/Herald

Standoff with suicidal man ends peacefully By Michael Potestio THE HERALD

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A man from the Lower Mainland intent on committing suicide in the Merritt area was apprehended by police last Friday. On Jan. 17 at about 8:30 p.m., Merritt RCMP received a call from a woman in the Lower Mainland who said her husband had called her and told her he had a gun and was going to kill himself. Police had the man’s cellphone pinged for a location, but were unable to

determine where in the Merritt area he was. Police officers patrolled logging roads in an attempt to locate the suspect. A second ping on the cellphone at 10 p.m. was successful in determining his location. Co-ordinates put him south of Merritt near Highway 5. Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Sheila White said the suspect had travelled up a logging road and was in and out of his vehicle during the incident. White told the Herald this

situation was by no means simple and took hours to diffuse. “It happened on a deserted logging road in the middle of nowhere. The members had to go on foot at one point, and didn’t know where he was,” White said, noting it was a scary situation to walk into, knowing the man had a gun and the potential to use it on himself and the officers. “That mindset — walking through the darkness, trying to find somebody to help them — is disconcerting, to say the least,” White

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shootout. After a lengthy phone conversation, an officer was able to convince the man to walk out to them and turn himself in. At 1:30 a.m., RCMP members took the man into custody without incident. A loaded shotgun and ammunition were located in the man’s vehicle after he was taken into custody. He was transported to the Nicola Valley Hospital and Health Centre, then admitted to a hospital in Surrey under the Mental Health Act.

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by his wife in order to talk him through his issues and ensure he didn’t harm himself or others. “We used whatever tools we could. If the cellphone wasn’t working then we’d text, if the text wasn’t working then we’d phone or talk to him verbally,” White said. At 12:30 a.m., the man’s wife, who had been in contact with RCMP, told police she had talked to her husband on the phone. She told police he said he had been drinking, was scared and was afraid of dying in a

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said. By pinging his cellphone again and searching the road, officers were able to locate the man by 11:20 p.m., but he didn’t respond to commands from police and hid in the bush. Officers set up a perimeter of the area until they could relocate the man and determine his risk. White said police were able to communicate with the man verbally, via text message and cellphone calls. They also communicated with him through phone conversations relayed

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Green Energy Project construction delayed The Merritt Green Energy Project (MGE) will not break ground in February as previously expected, but construction on the site of the future biomass plant is still set to begin in the coming months. Fadi Obari, senior vice-president of Dalkia (the company building MGE), told the Herald construction is expected to begin by about April. “It’s going to happen,” he said. Obari said there are no hurdles for this project, and it’s just a matter of finalizing the contracts and closing the financing for the Merritt project. “These projects are pretty complex. You have lots of parties involved,” he said. “It’s the same configuration that we have in

Fort St. James, so most of the contracts between the parties are already agreed upon and it’s a matter of just translating them for Merritt, and it takes time,” Obari said. In November, the Vancouver Sun reported that the other biomass plant being built in Fort St. James closed a $175 million debt financing to support construction of that 40-megawatt, $235 million biomass plant. The Merritt project is expected to close at roughly the same amount of money, Obari said. Obari said construction began on the Fort St. James project the day they closed the financing. Iberdrola Ingenieria, a Spanish multinational energy company, was awarded the contracts to

build the Fort St. James and Merritt biomass plants. Tolko is a partner in supplying fuel to the MGE project with Dalkia, the company that will also operate and maintain the plant in addition to supplying it with fuel. In the Fort St. James project, Dalkia has its own bio-energy license, Obari said. Five banks are lending money in the projects, and Dalkia and Fengate Capital are the two equity owners in the projects. “These multi-million dollar developments, they take time and all the pieces have to come together,” City of Merritt planning and development manager Sean O’Flaherty said. “They’re getting there.”

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Students share passion projects Independent directed studies course lets students explore their interests in depth By Emily Wessel THE HERALD

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Ten Merritt Secondary School students explored their interests for school credit as part of the independent studies course offered for the first time on the timetable this semester. With the end of the current semester looming, students will have the option to take the course next semester as well. The course has been offered in the past, but only on students’ own time. Teacher Yvonne Lord said she was impressed with the work her students did over the term, which they showed to other classes during all-day presentations on Jan. 17. Many of the projects relate directly to what the students want to do after they graduate, whether as a career choice or a hobby. Tilly Shymkowich wants to work with horses in her career, and her project was on all things equine. “This was a really fun class because I do a lot of academic classes and being able to focus on something that de-stresses me from all my academic classes was quite a bonus. It basically felt like I was getting my credit for relaxing from my other classes, and that was really rewarding,� she said. Shymkowich’s project focused on her horse, Tia, whom she’s had for five years. “I spent a lot of my project on body language to make interacting with my horse more natural for her,� she said, adding that applying what she learned from her project improved

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her relationship with Tia. “A lot of my learning was hands-on.� Although Lukas Steel is still deciding what he wants to for a career, the Grade 11 student knows he wants to continue with his stock car racing hobby. Steel said he learned a lot about the history of the sport by doing the project — something he doesn’t necessarily get when he’s racing on the track. He checked out the racetrack shortly after moving to Merritt three years ago, worked on a pit crew at the track for the next two years, and built a race car in his second year. This past summer, Steel raced for the first time. He even took some awards from the Stock Car Association, including Rookie of the Year and the trophy for Worst Rollover. Learning about the subject’s history was a common theme among students — even for Julia Etchart, whose project on

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ballet taught the dancer of 14 years all about the formation of the art. Lord said the course allows students to research their passions or delve into something they’ve always been curious about. Mega-fan Shawn Isaac based his project on the Vancouver Canucks, while multi-instrumentalist Andrew Sciarpelletti learned everything he could about music production. Grade 11 student Jarod Vanden Dool researched martial arts, and performed a demonstration at the presentation dinner that took place last Thursday night with parents and guests from the school district. Even though Vanden Dool did taekwondo for about seven years before he moved here in 2012 and has done a mixture of taekwondo, kung fu and other martial arts since, there was plenty to learn about the subject.

“I was able to teach myself different kicks that I otherwise wouldn’t have had time for,� he said. “I learned the 540 kick. You’re turning 540 degrees in the air.� “Jarod gave this amazing martial arts presentation. Blew his own parents away,� Lord said. Lord said she will be seeking community mentors to work with students who enrol in the course next semester to help them develop their projects. Several students in the pilot term found mentors and their advice helpful. Grade 12 student Amy Maclaren looked to her mother, who Lord described as an expert seamstress, for guidance along the way to creating steampunk-inspired Romeo and Juliet costumes. Maclaren went for the Victorian sci-fi look to set her apart in the DX Canadian High School Design Competition.

During the celebration at MSS, Maclaren wore an outfit of her own creation. She had two hats, a men’s jacket, and even some steampunk goggles fitted with mason jar lid lenses on display at her table. For the Romeo jacket, Maclaren used an ’80s jacket pattern, but had to improvise when it came to making and fitting the shoulder pads. “This was a big learning experience for me: the gathering, following patterns correctly, sort of improvising things because it doesn’t always look the way you want it to or the way it’s supposed to,� she said. Grade 11 student Alisha Sterling, whose project was on sports psychology, had weekly Skype meetings with a Torontobased coach for financial advisers and athletes who helped her with her project — and who helped her 15-year-old brother, Travis, with his hockey game. “After every practice and game, or if there was something bad that happened, [Travis] would have to come up with three positives. He’s really liked it, and he’s learnt a lot about himself and all the good things he can do on the ice that he didn’t notice,� she said. “It worked out for both of us.� Sterling came into the class with an interest in forensic psychology and sports psychology, and used the first few weeks of the class to narrow her focus down. The class is offered to students in Grades 10, 11 and 12.

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Residential property values slip Average single family home valued at $216,112 The following is an excerpt from the regular city council meeting agenda from Jan. 14, 2014. Every year the BC Assessment Authority prepares an assessment roll listing the property values of all properties in B.C. This assessment is the basis of the amount of property taxes paid by each property owner that year. During the first week of January, the BC Assessment Authority sends out an assessment notice to all property owners to advise them how much their property is valued at. Owners then have until Jan. 31 to dispute the value. If an owner doesn’t dispute the value by that date it cannot be changed in the future. Owners who dispute the values might have their assessments changed provided they can substantiate the requested change with

some sort of documentation. Assessment notices have been sent out to individual property owners by the BC Assessment Authority. If individuals have not received their assessment notices, they should phone the BC Assessment Authority and confirm their mailing address and obtain a copy of their assessment. Property values in Merritt changed slightly with most properties changing between five and -5 per cent. The City of Merritt’s residential property values change by -1.76 per cent on average. If an individual disagrees with the property value they have until Jan. 31 to file an appeal. The best option is to phone the Assessment Authority in Kamloops and discuss the reasons they had for establishing the particular value. Often, staff at the

Assessment Authority can explain the assessment or change the value to the satisfaction of the property owner. If no agreement can be reached, the property owner can request a review by the Property Assessment Review Panel who have the ability to alter assessments. Property owners must substantiate their positions with documented reasons why the assessments should be changed. The appeals are heard over the months of February and March and a new revised assessment roll is produced with all the changes on April 1. We use the revised assessment roll to determine our property tax rates for the year. Attached to this memorandum is a schedule comparing the tax rolls for 2013 and 2014. The last column on the sched-

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ule shows what the market value change was for 2014. This percentage number excludes new development changes. While there was a total of $1,822,900 of new property values, the change in valuation of one property in the major industry class will result in a reduction in property tax revenues of nearly $30,000. The reason for the reduced major industry assessment was the change in the assessment of the former Ardew Wood Products property on Houston Street. The company was purchased by Aspen Planers and is no longer being used as a mill. With the change in use came a reduc-

tion of property value and in property classification. The changes for this one property resulted in a property tax revenue reduction for 2014 of approximately $43,000. New additions to the other classes were not sufficient to offset this tax reduction. The average assessed value of a single family home in 2014 for Merritt is $216,112. This compares to $217,304 in 2013. There were a total of 3,107 residential properties included on the 2014 tax roll compared to 3,076 in 2013. There was no significant change in the number of nonresidential properties between 2013 and 2014.

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The City of Merritt has struck a number of committees tasked with providing Council with information and recommendations on a wide variety of issues. Members serving on the committees are volunteers from the community, seeking to make a difference. Do you want to be involved with the Air Quality Committee? Application forms are available on the City’s web site at www.merrritt.ca or at City Hall. The Air Quality Committee meets every month or so and most meetings are in the late afternoon. So if you have the time and the interest, pick up an application form today. Completed applications should be submitted to Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk/Human Resources Manager at City Hall. For more information, contact Deputy Clerk Carole Fraser at (250) 378-8614 or by email at cfraser@merritt.ca

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Board Of Variance Candidates THE OPPORTUNITY: The City of Merritt is seeking three (3) individuals to sit on the City’s Board of Variance for a three (3) year term. The Board of Variance is independent from the City and jurisdiction for the Board is set out by Bylaw. The Board of Variance is a body that hears requests for variances and appeals regarding hardships imposed as a result of the City’s zoning bylaw requirements. Meetings are infrequent and called on as needed basis. If you have an interest in civic duties and are interested in sitting on the Board of Variance, please forward your intention by letter to: Carole Fraser, Deputy Clerk City of Merritt PO Box 189, 2185 Voght Street, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Or by email: cfraser@merritt.ca

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ATTENTION those who are interested in participating in the home-based business task force

Are you interested in working at the polls on Election Day Saturday, February 22, 2014? This is an opportunity to serve your community and to be involved in the election process.

A series of meetings are being planned to discuss home based businesses operating in neighbourhoods and what impacts; positive or negative that exist.

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We are looking for representation from those with existing home-based business, those who have businesses in commercial areas, and those that are simply interested in the matter. If you are interested in participating in the discussion and wish to attend 4 to 5 1-hour meetings on the task force please contact Sean O’Flaherty at City Hall at 250-378-8620.

If you wish to work at the election, application forms are available at City Hall. The deadline for submission is 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 06, 2014. Preference will be given to persons with previous local government election work experience. Election workers will be paid $15.00 per hour. All Polling Clerks will be required to attend a training session on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at City Hall. For further information, please contact Chief Election Officer, Carole Fraser at 378-8614 or by e-mail at cfraser@merritt.ca

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Sturgis Canada organizer talks plans By Emily Wessel

rection of Merritt like it used to be, as I attended every year of the Merritt Mountain Music Festival. I would like to move to Merritt, I would like to put more festivals on that property, and bring some economy back here.” This year’s will be the first event under the new name Sturgis Canada. Formerly Sturgis North, the first festival was held in 2011 in Salmon Arm and the following year in Vernon. The company announced plans to hold a 2013 festival in Merritt, but that event was cancelled. Plans for the 2014 festival are on track, Sasseville said. Among events planned for the first Merritt event are specialty rides, including one to Vancouver to

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Planning for the 2014 Sturgis Canada motorcycle rally and music festival is going ahead smoothly, despite lingering trouble from the former Sturgis North festivals. In a rare interview with the Herald, Sturgis Canada organizer Ray Sasseville said he wants Merrittonians to know organizers are looking forward to calling the old Mountainfest grounds Sturgis Canada’s permanent home. Sasseville himself hopes to call Merritt home in the future. “I want to bring people to town,” Sasseville said regarding his vision for the inaugural Merritt festival, slated for Aug. 21 to 24. “I want to see some kind of resur-

do some whale watching; one through the Okanagan to do wine tastings; a veterans’ ride and a ladies’ cancer ride. On the music side of things, Sasseville has organized a Battle of the Bands and a concert lineup that’s 95 per cent Canadian rock ‘n’ roll. The rebrand to Sturgis Canada reflects the festival’s focus on Canadian music, Sasseville said. The name change was not an attempt to hide the festival’s past, he said. Organizers owe about $200,000 to creditors in Salmon Arm, and are working on a resolution with the Vernon Motoplex regarding the 2012 festival. Sturgis Canada intends to pay those creditors back in full, Sasseville said. There

Logan Lake mayor resigns

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Marlon Dosch has resigned his position as Mayor effective Jan. 21. At its regular meeting, council appointed Robin Smith as the acting mayor to complete

this term, which ends on Dec. 2, 2014. “Serving in this capacity has been a far more rewarding experience than I ever could have imagined it would be,” Smith stat-

ed in a press release. “I wish to extend my very best to Marlon Dosch and thank him for his many years of service to the District of Logan Lake.”

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will be a plan to reimburse the creditors who are owed from Sturgis North, but the details will be kept private. “When the plan is in place, they will be notified and they will have an option to be part of it or not. It’s as simple as that,” he said. “Do we have an obligation to these creditors? Absolutely. Morally, we do.” Earlier this month, Sturgis North launched a civil lawsuit against a reporter/blogger and several people involved in past festivals.

Sasseville said organizers have learned from their past mistakes, including the value of infrastructure at the festival site and having on-site camping. “We went through so much in the first two years of our festival. Nobody would believe it,” he said. “All the interactions of people, all the greed ... it’s just ... wow. I’ve learned so much in these two years. “Over the whole thing, my objective in the festival has never been about making money. It’s never been about the money, ever.

summer’s festival, and the company is intent on sorting out the past so it can move forward. “Let us make it right. We will accomplish it. We would prefer insistence, not resistance,” Sasseville said.

It’s always been about promoting motorcycles, a place for motorcyclists to go, a place for them to go where they feel comfortable and are with like people.” Sasseville said that objective remains the same going into this

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BOARD MEETING DATES Regular Meetings of the Board of Education will be held as follows: February 12, 2014 March 12, 2014 . April 16, 2014 . . May 7, 2014 . . . June 11, 2014 . .

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Scotty Bob Judy Oppenheim Madeline Tom Isabelle Bara Barbara Bowles Victor York/MC Gloria Moses/Prayers Gordon Bolitho/ Special Guest Catering Pauline Henry Celeste Henry Wilfred Dixon Merchants Merritt Civic Centre: Jaime Etchart & MCC Team Coopers Extra Foods Centennial Foods Grocery People Costco Walmart Pharmasave

Conayt is also grateful for the commitment of volunteers with our annual Elder Hampers; 28 Christmas hampers where made up and picked up by recipients on Dec 17th, 2014. Volunteers included Conayt staff, elders, and Board of Directors, Della Provost, Holly Hans, Kim Vizi-Carmen, Travis Munro, Wesley Munro, Virginia Aspinall, and the Conayt “coffee crew”… the gift of time is priceless, and our volunteers really spoke from the heart. kWukWsteyp (We thank you)

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Old man take a look at your facts By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS tfletcher@blackpress.ca

VICTORIA – Neil Young’s antioilsands concert tour was the perfect distillation of the American enviroassault on its dependent northern neighbour that’s been going on for a decade or more. After touring Fort McMurray in his electric car with actor-turnedprotester Daryl Hannah, the 68-yearold Young covered all the big propaganda hits and added his own fantasy facts. It looks like a war zone up there! Hiroshima! If it keeps going it will be like the Moon! There’s no reclamation! Tar sands oil is all going to China, and that’s why their air is so bad! All of those statements are false. And then Young dropped his own nuclear bomb, claiming cancer rates in Fort Chipewyan are 30 per cent higher than, well, somewhere else. Chief Allan Adam of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation has cited a discredited study by former community doctor John O’Connor to press the same claim. The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta reviewed O’Connor’s claims in 2009. It concluded that “Dr. O’Connor made a number of inaccurate or untruthful claims” about cancer patients, and then refused to provide patient information after his claims made international news. Retired professor David Schindler toured with Young and continued to push the health scare, referring darkly to newer research showing increased mercury and PAH (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon) contamination.

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Feline family breaks into prison Emily Wessel Merritt MUSINGS A maximum security prison in New York state has some new residents — but they’re friendlier than you may first assume. With presumably unintentional irony, a family of feral cats actually broke in to the Great Meadow Correctional Facility in Fort Ann to call its basement their new home. Inmates and staff at the prison have taken the little kitties under their wing by building them a

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big cage, and the prison’s head electrician tends to them in the mornings. Another inmate looks after the furry family when the employee is off on weekends. Prison officials say they want to find homes for the kittens among staff. (Obviously, they have already found a home among the inmates.) That got me thinking about the book I’m reading: Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat by psychologist Hal Herzog, which looks the vast, complicated and often hypocritical world of humananimal relationships. If it was a family of feral mice or rats, this story would probably have a much different ending. However, because they are thought of as potential pets, they are getting pretty good treatment in

lockdown. Pets have made their way into the prison system in many facilities in North America, but not for being scofflaws. In a Colorado prison, inmates help train wild horses, and the program prepares them for employment in equine management when they’re released. A handful of correctional facilities across Canada use some type of animal-based rehabilitation program. In Burnaby, a former correctional centre for women operated a dog grooming and kennelling service for the public until 2004. The pet partnership program has since moved to a federal women’s prison in Abbotsford. In Calgary, a long-term partnership between the Calgary Wildlife Rehabili-

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tation Society has helped minimum-security inmates and young offenders provide long-term care for injured wildlife. The benefits of pet therapy for children with intellectual disabilities and residents in nursing homes have been expounded many times, and they’ve been shown to work just as well inside prison cells for inmates as well. In an admittedly old but nonetheless interesting 1998 Correctional Service Canada study on pet-facilitated therapy in correctional institutions, inmates in a medium-security Colorado prison working with dogs reported they felt more productive while they were in jail with their four-legged friends, and the program facilitator said their temperaments improved from working with the pooches.

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These are people who weren’t necessarily softhearted. One of the interviewees was serving a 250year sentence. Another was taking care of the dog to atone, in a private way, for taking a person’s life. In his book, Herzog asserts that a multitude of research studies, when taken together, point to a mutually-dependent relationship people have on their pets. As much as we like to think they need us to meet their basic needs, we need them too — but for more selfish reasons. We need to feel needed by them. They make us feel good, and we like to feel good. There’s no shortage of information about humananimal relationships. It’s fascinating what animals and how we relate to them can teach us about pets, people and ourselves.

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Thanking Merritt for support Dear Editor, We would like to thank everyone in Merritt who donated toys in memory of our grandson, Riddick Servio. More than 250 toys were donated by the community and were distributed locally through the ASK Wellness Centre, Nicola Family Therapy, Nicola Valley

Infant Development Program, the RCMP Victim Services Program, School District 58, Success by Six and the Toy Lending Library. The response was indicative of the care, concern and support that are so evident in small towns. Over the years we have heard people complain about small towns

and how everyone knows each other’s business. While this is true and may seem frustrating, on occasion it becomes clear, especially in circumstances like ours, that this really is not a liability, but an asset. A small town really is just a big “family” and when it comes to a crisis, it’s very evident that we all care

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‘The concern and understanding that we have received has been instrumental in helping us in the long process of coming to terms with Riddick’s death.’ — MERRITT RESIDENTS JEFF AND GAIL BLOOM

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to be members of this small town. The concern and under-

standing that we have received has been instrumental in helping us in the long process of coming to terms with Riddick’s death. On behalf of Rowena, Mike, Temperance and ourselves: thank you. Jeff & Gail Bloom Merritt

Writer dismayed by MP’s oil report Dear Editor, I was visiting Merritt while skiing in the area last weekend. Our hotel had a copy of your newspaper and I enjoyed reading the local news. However, I was very dismayed at the article on the pipeline debate by your local MP Dan Albas. I would have expected a rational discus-

sion of the pertinent issues, with some emphasis on local issues. But instead, Dan Albas spends three quarters of the article talking about Canada’s heavy oil demands for transportation. He even gets into how many gas stations there are in Canada and stresses the fact that ambulances and fire trucks also need gas and diesel.

Does he really believe the people of Merritt will fall for such nonsense? The proposed pipeline expansion has nothing to do with local gasoline supplies. Its sole purpose is for export. He then goes on to mention the security of our petroleum supply as an important issue. Valid point, but what does exporting oil have to

do with energy security and what does he have to say about the fact that Eastern Canada relies heavily on imported oil? I think Merritt deserves better than such a poorly written article that only serves to confuse the issues. John Baldwin Vancouver

Uncritical media fuels tar sands debate From Page 6 When you peel back the propaganda and journalistic hype, these studies mainly reveal that such toxins are on the rise, but are found in much higher concentrations around large cities where fuel is consumed. The cancer claims were then debunked by a Royal Society of Canada expert panel in 2010. This cancer scare is the most damaging and dishonest part of the selective attack on Alberta. The oil industry, politicians and most of the media seem unwilling to examine it critically. Climate scientist-turned-

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politician Andrew Weaver was at Young’s Toronto news conference. He says there were no questions for him, Adam or Young’s other validator, David Suzuki, who previously worked with Schindler on a slanted oilsands documentary for the CBC. Weaver calculates that Young’s claim about greenhouse gas emissions is substantially correct, if you include emissions from the finished fuels. Weaver refused any comment on the cancer claims. Young included the obligatory sneering comparison between Stephen Harper and George W. Bush, which is another sign he’s

‘Young could’ve visited North Dakota, where the second shale oil train explosion luckily didn’t kill anyone.’ — COLUMNIST TOM FLETCHER

lived in California too long. He seemed unaware that the NDP’s Thomas Mulcair and Liberal leader Justin Trudeau support continued oilsands development. As for moonscapes, Young could have driven

his famous electric Lincoln from his Redwood City mansion on a hill to nearby Bakersfield, to view the greasy expanses of closely packed pumpjacks reaching to the horizon, still expanding due to hydraulic fracturing. Young could have visited North Dakota, where the second shale oil train explosion luckily didn’t kill anyone. It seems there will be no remake of Young’s classic Kent State lament dedicated to 47 Dead in Old Quebec. That’s American oil, so no protests. Chief Adam was frank in an interview on CTV about using the “Honour the Treaties” tour to strengthen

his legal position. Young’s concert tour put $75,000 in his fund to pay lawyers. Oil isn’t the only thing being extracted here. By the end of the tour Sunday, Young and Adam conceded they weren’t trying to shut the Athabasca oilsands down, just start a dialogue. Thanks to uncritical media coverage, there will no doubt be discussions at dinner tables and in classrooms all over the world about the terrible Alberta tar sands and the cancer they don’t actually cause. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

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were OK,� Poehnell said. Prior to living in Merritt, Tymofievich spent 22 years living in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, and became an advocate for helping the homeless. “She just did her own thing; trying to help people out wherever she could,� Poehnell said. “She had a heart of gold and everybody that ever came across her knew that.� The Downtown

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Eastside is where Tymofievich developed her sympathy for homelessness, Dewit said. Tymofievich also lived with Down syndrome, a condition where a person is born with an extra chromosome, which causes intellectual disability and physical abnormalities. She lived on her own terms and was a woman who was proud that she was very independent, Poehnell and Dewit said.

Her personality was 10 times bigger than herself, Poehnell said. “Oh boy, how do you describe Bonnie,� Dewit said with a laugh. Poehnell and Dewit knew Tymofievich through their church, but Poehnell said that even before going to that church she knew who Tymofievich was because Tymofievich would always say hello to her whenever they’d bump into each other around town. “She didn’t even

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We have been looking at the judgement and how each name is looked at. Each life records its own story. Do these records show that the person loves Jesus, and keeps His commandments? Would this person be happy in Heaven? If so, the name is written in the book of life. When all have heard of Jesus and His love, and have made their choice to either serve self or follow Jesus, then Jesus will come.

kind, loving Jesus that had been here on Earth with them, will return.

The apostle Paul says that we need to know about those who are asleep for this is important. Paul then goes on to say that whether we are alive or asleep, when Jesus comes we will all see Him. Paul says that the Lord, Himself shall come down from Heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ I imagine that He must be getting shall rise first. anxious about some things that are All those whose names have been going on. I’m thinking of the poor, written in the book of life, shall rise first. innocent children. The Word tells us of The rest will remain asleep in their graves how Jesus will come. There are different a bit longer. The shout of Jesus will wake ideas of Jesus’ coming but the Word up the righteous dead. He will give new only tells of one way. bodies to those who love and obey Him, When Jesus went back to Heaven to be ready to go to Heaven. after His resurrection, there were angels What a sight! The whole Earth will present that said to those who saw Him see Jesus coming, and hear the shout go up, “This same Jesus that you have that recreates the people who have seen go into Heaven will come in the slept for years, and renews the living. same manner that you have seen Him What a day that will be! Make plans not go up.� to miss it. Jesus will come in person. The same,

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know me and she’d just [say] ‘Hi, how are you today?’� Poehnell said. Poehnell said she first truly met Tymofievich outside of Cooper’s Foods. Though she didn’t know her, Tymofievich offered to help Poehnell carry her groceries. “She said, ‘Here, let me help you with that.’ I said, ‘It’s OK, I’m fine,’� Poehnell said. But Tymofievich was insistent. “She said, ‘No, I’m Bonnie, what’s your name?’ I said, ‘I’m Janet,’ and she goes, ‘Let me help you with that. Now we’re friends, right?� Poehnell said, noting that Tymofievich made her feel like she wasn’t talking to a stranger. “That’s Bonnie, she was just amazing,� Poehnell said. Dewit told the Herald that Tymofievich was well known at places such as the food bank, the soup kitchen, the hospital and the library. Tymofievich was 49 when she passed away on Jan. 8. Her two friends said

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Saying goodbye to my favourite hunting grounds OTHMAR VOHRINGER The OUTDOORSMAN As reported in the Jan. 7 edition of the Merritt Herald, Quilchena Ranch has been sold to the Douglas Lake Ranch. I learned about the change of ownership on Jan. 17 while coyote hunting at Quilchena with my brother who was visiting from Switzerland. We had just set up on our second stand for the day when Joe Gardner, manager of Douglas Lake Ranch, stopped by to tell us that my access permit to the ranch was no longer allowed and we were advised not to come back onto the

property. Knowing that Douglas Lake Ranch is not likely to grant access to any of the properties I asked anyway if they would consider issuing new access permits to hunt here in the future. I knew the answer would be no the moment I asked, but I had to at least try. Quilchena Ranch has been a special place to many hunters, hikers, birdwatchers and photographers. Lush river bottoms and rolling hills provide the perfect habitat mixture for many wildlife species that thrive here in great numbers. Here you can see mule and whitetail deer browsing beside each other in the alfalfa fields in the early morning hours and again in the evening. Bears descend from the hills at dusk to eat the nutritious buds of the rosebushes growing plentifully along

door people, not only hunters. We can only hope that the new owners continue with the wildlife conservation programs that existed and take care that Quilchena always will be a wildlife paradise. I

Deer grazing on Quilchena Ranch. Othmar Vohringer

the river that snakes its way through the bottom lands. The river is home to many beavers, muskrats and a variety of waterfowl and even shy herons can be seen wading along the river’s edge. Tall ponderosa pines and power line poles, equipped with platforms, provide the perfect nesting places for the numerous bald eagles, ospreys and other birds of prey that call Quilchena Ranch their home. The Rose family, previous owners of the

ranch, welcomed outdoor enthusiasts to marvel at the scenery and wildlife this place has to offer. The Rose family also did an excellent job with conservation projects like the burrowing owl and grouse enhancement programs. The ranch hosted the Ducks Unlimited Youth Pheasant Hunt for several years, which raised important funds for waterfowl conservation and introduced young people to hunting and wildlife conservation. My wife Heidi and

I spent many hours at the Quilchena Ranch and each visit we could be assured of seeing wildlife to observe and photograph. For me, Quilchena was always one of the those places where it didn’t matter so much if I had to come home without making a shot; the beauty and tranquility of the land, and friendly encounters with fellow hunters and Quilchena staff always made the experience enjoyable. All this is now off limits to out-

extend a heartfelt thank you and my appreciation to the Rose family for welcoming the community to their property and sharing the natural beauty of their land with all of us who enjoy nature.

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Due to a possible listeria contamination, Overwaitea Foods Group is recalling Ripple Creek Farm brand Hickory Smoked Spiral Sliced Ham. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) reports the product has been distributed in B.C. and Alberta and anyone who has the recalled product should either throw it away or return it to the store where it was purchased. Symptoms of listeria include nausea, persistent fever, vomiting, muscle aches, severe headaches and neck stiffness. Food contaminated with listeria monocytogenes may not look or even smell spoiled but can still make a person sick. There have been no reported illnesses linked to the consumption of the product and the CFIA is verifying that industry is removing the product from the marketplace. Shawn Ashdown, assistant store manager

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The right time to invest is ... now! DAVID L. BROWN Managing YOUR MONEY At any time of the year, it can be tough to set aside money to invest – either in your investments held in an RRSP or to purchase shares to add to your non-registered portfolio – and that is especially true in the wake of your holiday season spending. Then there’s your assessment of the ‘state of the market.’ Will it go up? Will it go down? Should I invest now or should I wait? These are all valid questions, of course, but there is one simple answer: Make your investments now. Here’s

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ful sleep is elusive. Some have trouble falling asleep, watching the clock and anxiously calculating how much sleep they will get if they fall asleep now. Anxiety builds with each passing hour, making sleep even less likely. Others fall asleep all right, but then find themselves waking a few hours later, finding it impossible to get back to sleep. They too worry about how little sleep they are getting, and how tired they will be the next day. There are some things that can be done to increase the chances of a good sleep. These include eliminating caffeine (all day,

not just in the evening), not doing mentally stimulating activities before bed, not watching television right up until bedtime, doing something relaxing such as having a warm bath, doing

yoga or meditating in the hour before going to bed. It is also wise to park your worries at the door before entering the bedroom at night. Lying in bed worrying or thinking about

all you must do the next day is not conducive to drifting off. The key element to a good night’s sleep is being relaxed. If you have ever fallen asleep on a beach you will recall that as a very deep sleep. The warm sun, fresh air and the sound of the waves induces a deep state of relaxation, so the body surrenders completely and sleep takes over. Our busy lives make it less likely that we will be in a relaxed state when our heads hit the pillow. We can train ourselves to associate sleep with relaxation. We can also learn to turn off our minds, take deep

cleansing breaths, and to relax the individual muscles throughout the body. These are ways to ease ourselves into sleep. If the stresses of life have caused us to forget how to sleep, it makes sense that we might have to teach ourselves how to do it. This is a much healthier approach than taking sleep medication. Medications may cause one to sleep, but they do not teach us to learn the relaxing things that are good not just for sleep, but for our wellbeing in general. Gwen Randall-Young is an author and award-winning psychotherapist.

Cholesterol-lowering drugs can cause muscle pain Find balance between side effects, benefits

DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN As I’m sure you’re aware, high levels of LDL cholesterol (the “bad” cholesterol) in your blood can have a damaging effect on your cardiovascular health. For years, a type of drug called “statins” has been used to successfully lower high levels of cholesterol in the blood. Statins are still the most effective drugs

for lowering LDL cholesterol. They achieve this by inhibiting the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver. However, nothing in life happens without some sort of consequence. The main side effect of these drugs that I see in my office is that they increase the risk of developing muscle pain. It is estimated that 75 per cent of even physically active people on the medication report symptoms of muscle pain. The newest theory is that these drugs lower the ability of the muscles to produce the energy that is required for everyday activities and

exercise. The severity of the muscle pain is related to the strength and potency of the statin drug used. And, when a patient experiences muscle pain, he or she is less likely to exercise and/or be consistent with taking the drug. Either one of these circumstances is not good for the overall health of the patient. If you are experi-

encing muscle pain that is likely from the statin drugs you are taking, talk to your medical doctor to see if a balance between the dosage you take and the muscle pain you experience can be found. Another alternative for some patients who have borderline high LDL cholesterol is to make significant lifestyle changes which

can lower cholesterol naturally and without the use of statin medications. These changes include exercising more, eating healthier, losing weight, and quitting smoking. You can get advice on how to successfully make these changes by speaking to the nutritionist at the hospital, your medical doctor, and your chiropractor.

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Kero leads Cents to victory over the E-Vee-l Empire By Ian Webster THE HERALD

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Merritt Centennials’ netminder Devin Kero was absolutely sensational on Friday night in leading his team to a thrilling 2-1 victory over the visiting Penticton Vees in front of almost 900 enthusiastic fans at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. Kero turned aside 35 of 36 Penticton shots, including 15 in the third period, to backstop the Cents to just their second win in seven games this season against the Interior Division-leading Vees. “It might have been the best game that Devin played for us this year,” said Centennials head coach and GM Luke Pierce. “He was outstanding.” Kero, who has allowed just one goal in each of his last two starts (both Cents’ wins) is understandably feeling good about his recent play. “I’m really comfortable with my game and confident right now,” the 19-year-old native of Hancock, Mich. said. “When I’m on, I notice that I’m tracking the

puck really well, controlling my rebounds and finding a way to get to the puck. I also pride myself on being athletic and getting to the back door plays that you don’t always have much of a chance on.” Providing all the scoring that Merritt would need against the Vees were a pair of Cents’ energizer bunnies — Diego Cuglietta and Daniel Nachbaur. Cuglietta made up for a missed penalty shot early in the second period with the game’s first goal a few shifts later. Skating in on a two-on-one with Adam Tracey, Cuglietta elected to shoot and buried the puck behind Vees’ starting goalie Hunter Miska. After Penticton’s Brad McClure tied the game on the powerplay just seven seconds into the third period, it was a bit of Nachbaur ‘magic’ that put the Cents back in front for good. “We were exiting our zone,” Nachbaur explained. “Payton [Schaefer] had the puck and I think he was trying a rink-wide pass, but the puck ended up deflecting off my rear end. It

BCHL STANDINGS to Jan. 21 INTERIOR DIVISION Team

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THE PUCK STOPS HERE Merritt Centennials netminder Devin Kero was on his game last Friday, stopping 35 of 36 shots in a 2-1 Cents’ victory over the visiting Penticton Vees at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. Three nights earlier, Kero alllowed just one goal in a 4-1 Merritt win over the Vernon Vipers. For his efforts, Kero was chosen BCHL Player of the Week. Ian Webster/Herald

went right between their two defencemen. I managed to beat them to it and found myself on a short breakaway. I went to my backhand and got the puck past the goalie, between his body and arm.” Nachbaur’s game winner Friday night was his second in a week. He also had the goahead goal on Jan. 10 in Merritt’s 4-3 victory over the Nanaimo Clippers. “Daniel’s goal against Penticton really devel-

oped out of nothing,” said Pierce. “He’s a great skater, and he’s got very slick hands at speed. He uses quite a short stick which allows him to do some good things.” Nachbaur is just pleased to be finally back playing and contributing. “It was difficult being injured and out of the line-up for almost three months. It took awhile for me to get my timing, but I finally feel that I’ve got that edge back that I had before.”

Equally impressive in recent games has been the revitalized play of the Cents’ blueline corps, led by new acquisition Jason Bird. “The experience that Jason brings to the team is huge,” said Cents assistant coach Joe Martin. “It’s the patience he shows, the way he plays with and without the puck. It’s been a big lift for everybody.” Bird’s arrival has allowed coach Martin to keep veterans Dane

Birks and Tyler Martin together as one pairing, and team Shane Poulsen with Bird as a second unit. In recent games, it’s been steady Jake Clifford with vastly-improved Wayland Williams as the third twosome. “It’s created a backend that’s much more consistent and comfortable on the ice,” said Martin. “As long as nobody gets ahead of themselves, and [everybody] continues to play sound defensive hockey,

we should be in good shape.” Despite winning both their games this past week, Merritt slipped back into fifth place in the BCHL’s Interior Division standings, two points behind Salmon Arm in the battle for the fourth and final playoff spot, and six back of the Vernon Vipers who occupy third place. The Cents have two games in hand on both teams, and play five of their next seven games at home. Before entertaining the Vipers this Saturday night, the Centennials must make a trip to Coquitlam on Friday to take on the Express. Both games will be tough, according to Pierce. “[The Express] play a very offensive-minded game and score a lot of goals. We will need to play our style of game and just grind them down. “As for Vernon, I didn’t think they played a very good game here last time (a 4-1 win for Merritt on Jan. 10), said Pierce. “They’re dangerous when all their players show up. And, like us, they’re in the dogfight that is our division.”

Centennials goaltender flyin’ high By Ian Webster THE HERALD

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It will most certainly be a week to remember for Merritt Centennial Devin Kero. In a span of seven days, the 19-year-old

Player of the Week honours for his 1.00 GAA and 0.966 SV% in the two victories. To top it all off, Kero managed to fit in a threeday flydown to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs — one

Michigan native not only puckstopped his team to two crucial victories against divisional rivals (allowing just two goals in the process) and was named the game’s first star in the second contest, he also earned BCHL

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Merritt Centennials vs. Vernon Vipers

Saturday, January 25 - 7:30 pm vs. Trail Smoke Eaters

Tuesday, January 28 - 7:00 pm All games scheduled to play at NICOLA

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SYNCHRONICITY Three members of the YBC bowling program at the Merritt Bowling Centre showed off their skills on Monday of this week. From left to right are Shaelan Willson, 11, Kaylee Grant, 14, and Megan Grant, 11. Over 20 youngsters are currently enrolled in the YBC program which runs every Monday at the MBC on Charters Street from 3:30 to 5 p.m. until April. Ian Webster/Herald

Lacrosse season close at hand By Ian Webster THE HERALD

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It’s hard to believe that the sport of lacrosse has been in the Merritt area for a decade now. The local Nicola Valley Minor Lacrosse Association kicked off its 10th aniversary season with an AGM on Jan. 9 at NVIT. A new NVMLA executive was elected with Rose Grant taking on the president’s position and Terra Fox the vice-presidency. Registrar is Melissa Pinyon and treasurer Tammy Wills. The NVMLA and its Thunder teams are very excited about the upcoming season and the outdoor lacrosse box that has been officially approved by the City of Merritt. It is slated to be built in Central Park. The local lacrosse

association is also very grateful for a generous donation of $2,500 by the Canadian Institute of Mining. The minor lacrosse season runs from early March to the end of June and is open to boys

and girls. There are lacrosse divisions for mini-tyke (born 2008-9), tyke (2006-7), novice (20045), peewee (2002-3), bantam (2000-1) and midget (1998-9). For more information on the sport of lacrosse in the Nicola Valley, contact Terra Fox at 250315-1002. Also watch for more registration details in future issues of the Merritt Herald.

“I flew out of Kelowna early Saturday morning and didn’t get back till 2 a.m. on Tuesday,” said Kero of his whirlwind trip to Colorado. “It was a really neat experience — visiting a military academy.” Asked if he’s keen about one day joining the Air Force, Kero said, “I’m definitely considering it. They have a lot to offer. There’s been interest from a few other schools, too. It’s nice to have offers, and at the end of the day have a choice as to what is best

Peewee Girls Three-point performances by Taylia McKeown (two goals, one assist) and Talyn Ferch (one goal, two assists) paced the Joco Transport peewee girls to a 4-2 victory over Kamloops on Saturday. The other Merritt scorer was Bianca Cavaliere, while additional assists went to Ivy Smith and Emmagin Richardson. Janelle Gage picked up the victory in net.

Peewee Rep The Ramada Inn peewees edged the Kamloops Jr. Blazers 5-4 on home ice Saturday. Scoring for Merritt were Justin Tighe (2), Armoni McRae, Spencer

Bantam Girls The league-leading McDonald’s bantams lost their first game of the season on Sunday, 2-0 to Clearwater. In the front half of the teams’ weekend doubleheader, Merritt and Clearwater battled to a 3-3 tie. Goal scorers for the McDonald’s team were not available. The Merritt bantam girls play their final regular season game this weekend against Kamloops.

Bantam Rep In their only league game of the weekend, the Murray GM bantams tied the Kamloops tier 3 team 3-3 on Saturday. Merritt scorers were Kaelan Lester, Travis Sterling and Sunil Sahota. Assists went to Anthony Tulliani, Tanveer Bansi, Eric Lalonde, Noah Racine and Sahota. Sunday, the Murray

GM squad were upset by Kamloops’ tier 4 side 3-2 in an exhibition game between the two teams. Only Cameron St. Louis and Sahota were able to beat an outstanding Jr. Blazers’ netminder. Lalonde and Bansi picked up assists. Merritt’s bantam reps wrap up their regular-season schedule with a game against West Kelowna on the weekend. They will then begin preparations for the start of the OMAHA playoffs on Jan. 31. The fourthplace Jr. Cents anticipate that their firstround opponents will be fifth-place Penticton. The two squads have tied both of their games against each other this season.

Midget Rep In their final two regular-season games on the weekend, the Merritt Tracker Sportswear midget reps picked up a win and a tie to lock up third place in the OMAHA standings. Saturday, Nolan Prowal’s hat trick led the Merritt team to an 8-3 victory over Chase. Other Tracker goal scorers were Tyler Edward, Marcelo Bose nd Dakota GrismerVoght.

Sunday, in a rough and tumble game that had all the intensity and emotions of playoff hockey, Merritt scored in the final 30 seconds of the third period to tie the visiting Winfield Bruins 3-3. Tracker marksmen were Bose, Edward and Grady Musgrave. Sam Suzuki put in his usual sparkling effort in the Merritt net in both weekend games.

Power Skating Sessions Merritt minor hockey has made arrangements with noted instructor Willa Brooks to run a series of power skating sessions for bantam and midgetage hockey players on Monday evenings at the Shulus arena from Jan. 27 to March 3. Willa Brooks has over 30 years experience working closely with numerous European and North American hockey players at all levels from youth to professional.Brooks is currently working with 57 NHL players. For more information or to register for the Willa Brooks power skating sessions, contact Robyn Grebliunas at 250-315-5851 or email robyn@rbrandproductions.ca.

A GOOD TIME HAD BY ALL Ian Webster/Herald file photo

Merritt netminder likes being the go-to guy From Page 20

The Fountain Tire atoms travelled to Salmon Arm on Sunday and defeated the Jr. Silverbacks 6-2. Merritt goal scorers were Breanna Ouellet (2), Max Graham (2), Cortez Charters and Sajjin Lali. Azaria McDonnell and Matthew Newman each had a pair of assists, with singles going to Ouellet, Graham and Tryton Bose.

Vaughan and Connor Ouellet. Goaltenders Tristan Bjarnason and Colton Macaulay shared the win between the pipes. On Sunday, the Ramada Inn squad fell to Kelowna 4-2. Gillian Moore and Austin Hawkins had Merritt’s only goals.

for me, both as a person and as a hockey player.” The articulate Kero went on to add, “Hockey is a small part of the whole process for me. I value academics a lot, so I want to go somewhere that will serve me well when my hockey-playing days are over.” As for his BCHL Player of the Week selection, Kero said it came as a complete surprise. “I had just got off the plane in Seattle, and I got a text from a friend back east congratulating me on being chosen Player of the Week. I immediately went on the BCHL

website to check it out. It was very humbling and a real honour.” With 14 regular season games still to play, Kero has already made 32 starts in net for the Centennials — a far cry from the 13 appearances all of last year in the NAHL with the Coulee Region Chill. “You get tired, but you learn to treat your body really well,” said Kero. “I’m definitely being counted on right now as the go-to guy, and I really enjoy that. I like playing every night and trying to give our team a chance to win.”

The focus was on fun on the weekend as Merritt minor hockey hosted a 10-team novice tournament at the Nicola Valley and Shulus arenas. In addition to Teams Black, White and Red from Merritt, there were two visiting squads from Williams Lake, as well as teams from Salmon Arm, Penticton, Cloverdale, Chilliwack and Kelowna. Neither game scores nor final standings were recorded in the two-day tournament which wrapped up Minor Hockey Week in Canada for communities and associations across the country. (Left) Scenes from the game between Merritt Team Black and the Cloverdale Tigers on Sunday at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. Ian Webster/Herald

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NICOLA VALLEY Have an event we should know about? Tell us by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing production@merrittherald.com MERRITT CIVIC CENTRE Monday Jan. 13-Feb 3 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Merritt Civic CentreMad Magic by Raymond Blake. Magic, juggling and other circus skills!

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH Steven Palmer Down Home Roots Concert, Friday Jan. 24, 7:30 p.m. Steven’s concerts feature a personal blend of Country, Folk, Gospel, Ragtime. Tickets available at Baillie House Info Centre or call Gloria at 250-3784153.

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH “LAUGHOPOLIS� Improv Comedy Show. Jan. 26 at 7:00 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church. World class, family friendly comedy that will leave you rolling over with laughter! Tickets available at Crossroads Church during regular business hours (and at the door. For more info call 250-378-2911

NVCAC CONCERT COMMITTEE Merritt Adult Community Choir is starting their Spring Session on Monday, Jan. 27, 7:00 p.m. Meet at Collettville School, Birch Ave. entrance. Everyone is welcome to come

and see what choir is all about. For info call Barb 250378-2678 or Ellen 250-3789899. 8th Annual Community Arts Show. �Things That Make You Smile�. Show begins Feb. 6 and runs through Feb. 28. Reception on Feb. 7 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Deadline for submitted work will be noon Wed. Feb. 5. For more info contact Meriel at 250-378-6515 or email artgaller ynv@gmail.com or n i c o l ava l l e ya r t s c o u n c i l @ gmail.com. Gallery hours are Thurs. 4 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Fri. 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The gallery is located in the Old Courthouse Arts Centre at 1840 Nicola Ave. Will be hosting a Matinee performance on Feb. 1st at 2:00 p.m. - Murray Hatfield and Teresa, Merritt Civic Centre. Tickets available at Black’s Pharmacy, Mandolin’s and Baillie House. Mon. Feb. 17 7:30 p.m. NV Film Society Presents “Kon Tiki� NVIT Theatre.

PRINCETON ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTS Outerbridge Pure Illusions. Riverside Community Theatre. Sun. Feb. 23 7:30 p.m.

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An intro course to the basics of using any digital camera combined with the basics of good photography. Tues., Feb. 4 to 25, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Register at the Civic Centre 250-315-1050

THE NICOLA VALLEY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE is holding its Spring Tea and Raffle, Saturday Feb. 15 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Seniors Centre. Tea, coffee and sweets will be served.

DESSERT CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS Paws and Tales Ensemble. Sun. Feb. 16 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Albans Hall (501 Brink St. in Ashcroft). This concert features a group of Kamloops based classical musicians Carlene Wiebe, Catharine Dochstader, Sally Arai and Dimiter Terziev. Purchase advance tickets at any of the following local businesses: The Ashcroft Bakery - 303 3rd St., Natures Gifts, 413 Railway Ave., The Cariboo Jade Shoppe, 1093 Todd Road, Cache Creek.

NICOLA VALLEY FISH & GAME CLUB Annual trophy & awards night pot luch supper to be held Saturday Mar. 8 at the Seniors Centre. Big fish and photo entries. Deadline Feb. 22. Entries can be left at

Ponderosa or Nicola Valley Outdoors. For info call Paul Komonoski 250-378-4904

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED The Navy League is in need of officer’s and volunteers to help out with our growing Cadet Corps. Our children are age 9 to 13 and we meet every Wednesday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you have past experience or are interested in becoming a part of our Corps please contact us. Ellen 250-280-6944, Debra 250-280-4086 or email at nlccventure@gmail.com

KNITWITS Love to knit or crochet? Or are you a novice interested in learning more about knitting or crocheting in a friendly and welcoming setting? Come on down to Brambles Bakery Thursday evenings. Bring your yarn and needles and join in the fun.

COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY The Valley Visual Arts (VVA) will be holding a weekly Creative Art Session, in the Orange Room at the Art Gallery, every Thursday between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Everyone welcome to stop in and see their work. Jan 9-31st Brain Drain by Eric Drain and Justine Brown. This is a contemporary show

with artist and writer Eric Drain also featuring in-cameo Local student artist Justine Brown. Galler y is open Thursday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday & Saturday noon - 6 p.m. Admission is free.

Newbark Rescue & Rehoming Merritt Branch, are always looking for foster families. If you would like to help by fostering a furkid, until they find a fur-ever home, please contact Margie at newbark_rescue@hotmail. com.

NV REMOTE CONTROL FLYERS We are starting a new club in town for flying model aircraft. We fly at various locations around town. New members welcome. For more info, call Jack 250-378-4371.

MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: Crib & Whist 7 p.m. Tuesday: Bingo 1 p.m., Duplicate Bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: Carpet Bowling 1:30 p.m., Court Whist 7 p.m. Thursday: Floor Curling 1 p.m. (third week - shut-in lucheon) Friday: Rummoli & Games 7 p.m. All seniors welcome.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Merritt Duplicate Bridge Club Tuesdays 7 p.m. Seniors’ Centre 250-378-5550 Merritt Elks Lodge Clubs Second & Fourth Wednesday 8 p.m. Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Merritt Lawn Bowling Sun., Tues., & Thurs. at 7 p.m. 250-378-2950 Merritt Lions Club First & Third Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Best Western - Han’s Golden Wok 250-378-9509 Merritt Moms Prenatal Post Natal Support group. Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. 250-378-2252 Merritt Mountain Biking Assoc. Wednesdays 6 p.m. - ride E: merrittbiking@yahoo.ca T: #merrittbiking Navy League Cadets of Canada Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall - Ages 9-13 welcome 250-280-6944 Merritt Snowmobile Club Second Tuesday 7 p.m. Civic Centre 250-315-1082 Merritt’s Women in Business Second Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851 Nicola Naturalist Society Third Thursday - 7:00 p.m. NVIT. www.nicolanaturalists.ca N.V. 4-H Club Second Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-5028 Nicola Valley Better Breathers Third Wednesdays 1 p.m. Trinity United - 250-378-6266 N.V. Community Band Tuesdays 7 p.m - MSS Music Room 250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894 NVCAC

Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm at The Art Gallery. 250-378-6515 www.nvartscouncil. com N.V. Dirt Riders Association Last Wednesday 7 p.m. Garden Sushi - Scott: 250-378-3502 N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday 7 p.m. 2145 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-5925 N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.) Third Wednesday 7 p.m. 2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904 N.V. Heritage Society Last Wednesday - Baillie House 250-378-0349 N.V. Quilters Guild First & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-4172 N.V. Search & Rescue Second Monday 7 p.m. at the airport 250-378-6769 N.V. Thrift Store First Tuesday NVGH basement 250-378-9100 N.V. Women’s Institute Second Wednesday - 1:30 p.m. For locations, 250-378-2536 One Way Krew Youth Group Tuesdays 7 - 8:30 p.m. Crossroads Community Church 250-378-2911 PathďŹ nders Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298 Patricia Rebekah Lodge Second & Fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. Lawn Bowling Club Rocky Mnt. Rangers Cadets Tuesdays 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775 Royal Canadian Legion #96 Executive Mtg. Second Thursday 6

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Brownies Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-315-7410 Canadian Diabetes Association Once a month, 7 - 9 p.m. Trinity United Church Hall. Call Eva 250-378-2897 or Gerry at 250-378-3716 CMHA - Merritt Clubhouse Fireside Center - 2026 Granite Ave. Wed/Fri 9 am - 2:30 pm Shirley 250-378-5660 Central School Pac First Tuesday 7 p.m. Lunchroom - 250-378-4892 Community Choir Mondays 7 p.m. - Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary - 250-3789899 Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776 Drop-In Soccer Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Girls & Boys 16+ welcome 250-378-2530 Drop-In Volleyball Mondays 7 - 9 p.m. CMS. 250-3786212. Girl Guides Wednesdays 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298 Ladies’ Curling League Wednesdays 6 & 8 p.m. Call 250-378- 8175 or 250-3784917 Living With Loss Support Group Wednesdays 7 to 8:45 p.m. 2025 Granite Ave. 250-280-4040 Merritt Curling Club For League Information 250-378-4423 Merritt Dance Society Linda Sanford: 250-378-6109

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Thank you Merritt for helping us purchse the land! Phase 2 Starting Soon!

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If you would like to help donate to this wonderful cause please make cheque payable to Merritt Community Cinema Society and mail it to: 1952 Eastwood Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1K3

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In loving memory of

Mharie Sinclaire

After a brief illness, Mharie Sinclaire, founder of local Áy Àshing group Broads with Rods, left us Dec 20, 2013. Mharie enjoyed Àshing from an early age. Fishing became her passion, searching out Be lakes in her trusty van Trout Express. Mharie loved to share her passion setting up a Àne camp and teaching Áy Àshing to others with Mharies’ gone Àshin’ a zest. Her big smile, hearty laugh ...won’t be back..Tight lines!! will be missed many.

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The Caprian Family respectfully announce that

James Garratt Wells Caprian Born on November 16th 1957 Has passed away on January 19, 2014

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Agnes Sutherland Mosebach May 7th 1930 - January 14th 2014

Agnes was born May 7th 1930 in Merritt BC, where she lived all 83 years of her life. Survived by her husband Kurt, whom she had been married to 47 years. Agnes was a member of the Rebecca’s Club a number of years ago. In 1966 Agnes joined the Royal Purple, where she was a member for 49 years. Agnes will be cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Merritt & District

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We have a number of books and brochures to assist you in helping children understand and express their feelings. Visit our Library Tues. 9 a.m. - Noon

c/o 3451 Voght St., Merritt, B.C. V1K 1C6 Contact: 250-280-4040

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Pauline DoigePauline Doige passed away on January 15th, 2014 in Merritt BC after a long battle with cancer. She was born on March 26, 1937, in Vanderhoof BC to the late Albert and Joyce Schultz. She married Doug Doige in April 1959 and they raised three children: Leslie, Kim and Bruce. Pauline loved spending time with her seven grandchildren: Meggan, Malyssa, Amelia, Siobhan, Saira, Stoyan, Nicolas, her two great grandsons Kody and Jasper, her sister Kathy Musclow, her dear aunt & uncle, Evie & Glen Goodridge, cousins Nina Plowman and Verna Thomas and her dear friend Dorothy Townsend along with her other numerous family members and friends. Pauline’s passions throughout her life were horseback riding, gardening, crafts, travelling and camping with family and friends. She worked as a special-needs assistant with the Merritt School District with Wendy Charney and Dee Arduini and other staff members. A job she thoroughly enjoyed. Loving and kind in all her ways, upright and just to the end of her days, sincere and true in her heart and mind, beautiful memories she left behind. She will be sadly missed by all. A celebration of life with be held January 24th at 1:00pm at the Merritt Golf Club. In lieu of Áowers donations can be made to the Gillis House in Merritt.

WEITZEL, Doreen June April 22, 1933 - January 18, 2014

OTTO BROWN On Thursday, January 16, 2014 Mr. Otto Brown passed away peacefully at Gillis House, Merritt at the age of 90 ½ years. He survived by his loving wife Margaret, his daughter Rozann (Ed) and grandchildren Kathleen, Anthony and Mary-Ann. Also left to cherish his memory are his brothers and sisters: Alma, Frieda, Vivian, Jim, Jean and Bob, as well as many relatives and friends. Otto was predeceased by his Àrst wife Kathleen Brown, brother Bernard Brown and sisters Rose Brown and Emma McKean. Otto was born June 2, 1923 in Demaine, Saskatchewan, and was raised on the family farm there. He had been employed at the Imperial Oil ReÀnery for over 30 years. Prayers will be recited on Thursday, January 23 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The Reverend Father Kenneth Anoruo will celebrate the Funeral Mass on Friday, January 24 at 11:00 a.m. in the church. Interment will follow at Pine Ridge Cemetery. Should friends desire, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation in memory of Mr. Brown would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed at www.merrittfuneralchapel.com Arrangements entrusted to Merritt Funeral Chapel 250.378.2141

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It is with great sadness that the family share the passing of Doreen J. Weitzel (Whitfield) after her diagnosis of cancer 2 yrs. ago. She spent her last several days in the wonderful care of the Kamloops Hospice (Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial.) She is survived by her brother Bill Whitfield (Mary Lou), children Danny (Lorraine), Tina (Ken) and Shannon (LeeAnne), 8 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She lived her life fully, tirelessly raising 3 children and touching the hearts of many people by being involved in the community as the Director of The Merritt Longhorns Drum Corp from 1968-1980, and a Foster Parent close to 30 years. She will be loved and missed by many, but we will all have our fond memories. Condolences can be expressed by emailing kamloops@myalternatives.ca as well there will be a Celebration of Life May 16 at 1926 Houston St., Merritt, B.C. from 2-6pm. The family would like to thank Home Support Services, Royal Inland Hospital, Ponderosa Lodge, The Kamloops Hospice and Dr. Dong for their part in her quality of life. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to any of the 4 services above.

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Dakota Thomson

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A New Journey Begins

There’s a place I’ve never seen beyond the world we know. A place I’ve only heard of but someday hope to go It’s not on any map, there are no roads to take me there, But it’s a place of perfect peace where hearts are free from care. And though I understand some may be saddened when I leave, One day, we all will meet again that’s what I believe.... When its time to travel there, I think I’ll wear a smile, I’ll say good-bye to those I love, But only for a while, Knowing there are others who have traveled there alone,

July 9, 1992 - Jan. 10, 2014 Dakota Thomson passed away suddenly on Friday, Jan. 10, 2014 at the young tender age of 21. Dakota was born in Kamloops, BC on July 20, 1992 and was raised in Logan Lake, BC where she graduated high school. She then continued her studies at NVIT where she completed her Home Care certiÀcate. Dakota will be miss dearly by her father, Bill Thomson (Merritt, BC), mother, Patricia Thomson (Logan Lake, BC) and sister Cheyenne Thomson (Logan Lake, BC). Grandparents: Scotty & Betty Thomson (Merrit, BC), Janet Pell (Merritt, BC), and Lloyd & Marilyn Hearty (Langley, BC) and many aunties, uncles, cousins and friends. Dakota is predeceased by uncle Jimmy Thomson and aunty Candy Thomson. Service to be announced at a later date.

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“welcome home.”

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THANK YOU The Family of Germaine Bouchard would like to express our appreciation for the kindness and caring support that we received from Family and Friends. A heartfelt “Thanksâ€? to all who offered their care, concern and prayers during this difĂ€cult time. A special “THANK YOUâ€? to Vickie and Roger, we couldn’t have gotten through this last year without you. “Thank youâ€? to the staff of Gillis House, for all you did for Mom, to Father Ken who beautifully ofĂ€ciated and to the C.W.L. for serving us refreshments following the service. To the many friends and family who sent cards, Ă owers or food, “Thank youâ€?. Your support and generosity are appreciated. Germaine will be sadly missed, but the memories we have of her will remain with us forever. The Bouchard Family

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SEASONAL FULL-TIME FARM LABOURER to start work on April 15, 2014.

The farm labourer will be responsible for weeding and irrigation of orchard & hay field. Wage: $10.25/hour. - Drivers licence required If you are interested fax 250-378-5099

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LANDS MANAGER Upper Nicola Band requires a Lands Manager to perform a broad range of duties associated with the management of on-reserve lands.

Employment Opportunity VSA Merritt is currently seeking a full time CertiÀed Truck and Transport Mechanic (CTVM) with a Class 3 driver’s license. Preferred qualiÀcations include CVIP inspection ticket and good knowledge of computer diagnostic software. Wages and beneÀts are in accordance with the current Collective Agreement. Please submit resumes to: VSA Highway Maintenance Attention: Adrian Reynoldson 2925 Pooley Avenue, Merritt, BC V1K 1C2 Or Fax: 250-315-0169 Deadline for submission will be January 31, 2014.

In recruiting a Lands Manager, Upper Nicola is prepared to sponsor a member to take training to become a certiÀed Lands Manager through the National Aboriginal Lands Manager Association. Successful candidate will be expected to participate in the Professional Land Management CertiÀcation Program training, provided by University of Saskatchewan. Duties include: (include the following, but other duties may be assigned): To effectively and efÀciently manage the Lands Department through • Assist with preparation of all land transaction documents (survey, land transfer, permits, and leases). • Obtain approval and registration of land transaction documents in the Indian Lands Registry pursuant to sections of the Indian Act. • Identify and assess the environmental implications of land use policies, providing technical advice with respect to the adoption of sound environmental practices; • Integrate the community’s goals into land management plans and protection of a safe and healthy environment. • Ensure compliance with the Reserve Land and Environment Management Program (RLEMP), regulations and enforceable provisions of the AANDC. • Assist Chief & Council, Band Members with administration of estates. QualiÀcations: • Grade 12 or relevant secondary school background and willing to be trained. • Good written and verbal communications skills. • Valid BC Driver License. • Ability to understand and follow written guidelines, policies, and procedures. • Ability to be à exible and to adjust work schedule as necessary, without sacriÀcing quality. • Previous First Nation experience in on-reserve land management an asset. • ProÀcient in computer programs – Word and Excel.

The deadline for this job posting is, January 30, 2014 at 12:00 noon. Submit cover letter and resume to: Administrator, Upper Nicola Band Box 3700 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Fax: (250) 350-3342 E-mail: unb@uppernicolaband.com

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CONTRACT BOOKKEEPER HELP WANTED DUTIES s -UST BE FAMILIAR WITH 3IMPLY !CCOUNTING s 2ESPONSIBLE FOR ALL ASPECTS OF BOOKKEEPING INCLUDING PAYROLL ! 0 ! 2 AND OTHER RELATED DUTIES s 0OSITION IS BASICALLY HOURS PER WEEK BUT COULD EXTEND FOR SOME CIRCUMSTANCES s -INIMUM YEARS RELATED EXPERIENCE s #ANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY AND MEET DEADLINES Deadline for submitting applications: *AN Apply by submitting your resume in person to: Rusty Brewer at Ska-Lu-La Workshop #OLDWATER !VENUE -ERRITT "# AM n PM -ONDAY TO &RIDAY

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5 bdrm & den 3 1/2 bath, c/vac, 7 appls, c/air and much more. Avail immed. $1250 plus UTIL. 2 bdrm, laminate floors, recently reno’d, share laundry, $650 includes UTIL. n/p, n/s, ref and credit check required. 778-228-6378. Craigs List - Kamloops for pics

2 bdrm basement suite. Avail immed. $800/mon. util. incl. W/d, no pets and no smoking. May req. ref. Contact Sandy or Jas at 250-315-4675 4 bdrm bsmt suite, carpet & hardwood fl, w/d, all appl., 2 baths. $980, utilities incl., ref req. n/s. Avail Feb. 1. 250280-1268, 250-378-5759 Fully furnished basement Suite for rent. $550.00 a month. Avail. immed. No pets. Ref. req. 250-315-0019 One bdrm ground level suite on Bann St. Avail immed. 250378-5610

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Mobile Homes & Pads Available immediately, 1 bedroom trailer. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, heat and light included. $850 per month. 250378-0887

Homes for Rent 3 bdrm dble wide w/basement, lge yard in Lower Nicola. Avail Feb 5/14. $900/mth Call 250378-5268 4 bdrm 1 1/2 bath home for rent. Avail immed. $1050 month, heat & Hydro incl. Recently. renovated, no cats. Phone 250-378-9607

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SIDING

IVAN’S SIDING

S AL ES & S ERV ICE • Vinyl & Hardie Bo ard Siding • Aluminum SofÀ t, Fascia & Eavestr oughs

CALL: (250) 378-2786

“When others have co me and gone, Ivan’s Siding is still going strong�

The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia

CONSTRUCTION

ROOFING

• Patio/Deck • Moving Local & Long Distance

• Kitchen/Bathroom • Tiling • Window/Siding Installation

PLUMBING & H

250-315-8257

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Plumbing rnace Service. Service Work & Fu etal ee Custom Sh t M pairs Re & rts Pa Atlas RV

2731 Forksdale Avenue, V1K 1R9

8-4943 PHONE: 250-37

2064 Coutlee A

www.dentistryatmerritt.ca

ve., Merritt, BC

Dr. Sunil Malhotra

MORTGAGE BROKER Use the equity in your home to

Consolidate Debt, Top Up RRSPs, or Tackle Renovations.

Call Harr y How ard

SERVING THE NICOLA VALLEY FOR 40 YEARS!

Tuesday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Dr. Jaspal Sarao

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(250) 378- 9177

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12 212 78-42 CALL JIM at 250-378-4

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Phone 250.315.0340 for details

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HOURS OF OPERATION:

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Starting @ $45./month with HST

at HACK Electric 378- 5580 2865C Pooley Ave., Merritt , B.C. Full-time Watchman on site

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Over 30 years experience

Residential & Commercial

email: rhackel@shaw.ca 2865C Pooley Ave., Merritt

Reg. No. 14246

250-378-5580

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s &LOOR MODELS s %ND OF INVENTORY MODELS s $ENTED 3CRATCHED )NVENTORY

WE MUST MAKE ROOM FOR NEW ARRIVALS !

70% OFF

UP TO FURNITURE: LIVING ROOM

SALE

E CLEARANC MATTRESSES

Microfibre Recliner $399 $199 Ashley Recliner -micro fibre $499 $299 Ashley Chair & Ottoman $499 $299 Primo power Lift Chair Recliner $899 $599 Ashley Chaise Lounger - Bonded $399 Leather 3 Colors - Red/Tan/Brown $549 Acme Tan Fabric $298 Sofa (sold as set) $599 Loveseat (sold as set) $579 $268. Ashley 2 pc Sectional Microfibre $1199 $799 2 pc Leather Sofa & Loveseat $1999 $999 True North & Woodworks solid wood 20% Off Coffee and end tables Fabric Loveseat $699 $369 8 pc Living-room Collection Includes: Sofa/Loveseat/Chair, 2 Lamps 3 pc Coffee Table Set $2499 $1499 Primo Futton & Frame $399 $299 Assorted Lamps & Bar Stools UP TO 60% Off Double Sofa Bed $799 $599 Berkline Recliner Sofa bonded leather $999 $799 Berkline Recliner Console Loveseat $799 bonded leather $999 Dimplex Electric Corner Fireplace $1199 $699 Dynasty Wallmount Electric Fireplace $499 $399 Assorted Area Carpets Starting From $99

MATTRESSES Coil Mattresses Twin Mattress Double Mattress Queen Mattress Pillowtop Pocket Coil Twin Mattress & Box-spring Double Mattress & Box-spring Queen Mattress & Box-spring Restwell Eurotop 800 Pocket Coil Double Mattress & Box-spring Queen Mattress & Box-spring King Mattress & Box-spring

$199 $299 $349

$127 $147 $187

$399 $499 $549

$297 $327 $347

$999 $1099 $1699

$499 $549 $849

Sealy Posturepedic Euro-top Queen Mattress & Box-spring Simmons Beauty-Rest Queen Mattress & Box-spring King Mattress & Box-spring Ashley 10” Memory Foam Queen Mattress Twin Mattress Foam Single Extra-Long Adjustable Bed with Memory Foam Mattress

SALE

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$999

$699

$1199 $1699

$799 $1199

$1499 $149

$749 $89

$1299

$899

BEDROOM True North & Woodworks solid wood Bedroom suites Bunk Bed - Twin/Twin $499 Bunk Bed - Twin/Double $699 Twin Captain’s Bed with Trundle $699 8pc Complete Bedroom Suite Includes: Dresser/Mirror/Chest/Hb-Fb-Rails 2 Nightstands $1999 Solid Pine 8pc Bedroom Suite $2999 Espresso 8pc Bedroom Suite $2799

20% Off $299 $449 $499 $999 $1699 $1399

APPLIANCES Frigidaire 17 Cu. Ft. Fridge $599 White Westinghouse 30” Easy Clean Range $399 Whirlpool 30” Self-clean Smooth Top Range $799 Amana Tall Tub Dishwasher $499 Frigidaire Front Load Washer $599 LG Full Size Front Load Washer & Dryer (Pair) $1499 Amana Heavy Duty Washer $399 Amana H/D Super Capacity Dryer $349 Samsung Front Load Steam Washer & Steam Dryer $1999 Bosch built In dishwasher $899 Maytag Stainless Steel Slide-In Convection Range Self-cleaning $1999

$399 $299 $599 $269 $399 $1199 $349 $299 $1499 $499 $1199

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SALE

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Freezers Starting at $199 Maytag double oven convection range $1799 $1399 Dyson & Electrolux Vacuums ALL ON SALE!

DINING ROOM True North & Woodworks solid wood Dining room suites Kitchen Table With 4 Chairs $599 Counter Height Faux Marble Table $699 & 4 Stools 8pc Counter Height Table & 6 Stools with Lazy-Susan $1196

20% Off $399 $449 $599

ELECTRONICS

Toshiba 32” HD LED TV $449 $279 Samsung 32” Full HD LED TV $599 $299 Toshiba 39” HD LED TV $569 $399 Toshiba 50” HD LED TV $999 $699 Samsung 46” HD Smart LED TV $1299 $699 Samsung 60” HD Smart 3D LED TV $1499 $999 Samsung 60” Smart 3D LED TV 240hz, 4 pairs of glasses $3599 $2499 Panasonic 65” Full HD 3D Plasma TV $2799 $1899 Panasonic 55” Full HD 3D Plasma TV $2999 $1799 Panasonic 60” Full HD Smart 3D Plasma TV $2299 $1699 Sharp 60” Full HD Smart LED TV $2199 $1499 Sharp 70” Full HD Smart 3D Quatron LED TV 480Hz $4599 $2799 Sharp 80” Full HD Smart LED TV $4199 $3499 Sharp 60” Full HD Smart 3D Quatron LED TV $3099 $1649 H/K Sound bar & SUB 3D blu ray $1199 $799 H/K 7.1 Chanel receiver $899 $599 $299 Samsung 310Watt sound bar & sub $499 Sharp sound bar & sub $399 $249 Pansonic sound bar & sub $549 $299 Home Theatre Speakers Up To UP TO 60% Off All Car Audio & Speakers Up To UP TO 70% Off

INTEREST FREE FINANCING AVAILABLE Hours:

MAIN LOCATION & CLEARANCE CENTRE 2025 Coutlee Ave., Merritt

Monday to Friday 9 am - 6:00 pm Saturday: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Sundays: Closed 123 456 789

Phone: 250-378-2332

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REAL ESTATE REVIEW

Helping you is what we do.™ Lynda Etchart Diane Manchester Property Management Team

Crystal Chandler Unlicenced Assistant

250-378-1996

250-378-6181

Phone: 250-378-6181

M E R R I T T

Tom McDonagh Broker

1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184

www.royallepage.ca/merritt

www.realtor.ca

250-378-7170

tmcdonagh@telus.net

Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep

John Issac Sales Rep

Claudette Edenoste Broker

Debra Schindler Personal Real Estate Corp.

Melody Simon Sales Rep

250-315-5178

250-378-1586

250-280-0689

250-315-3548

250-315-8539

kbonneteau@telus.net

johnissac@telus.net

MOBILE HOMES IN PARKS

INC

GST

LOTS AND ACREAGE • • • •

26 Country acreage Natural grasslands, Good water table 2 acre, leveled, ready for a home

$310,000

• New Double wide mobile home • 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Close to schools and park

$75,000 INCL GST

• • • •

M4046

• • • •

Beautiful rebuilt Mobile Home Priced to sell 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom 55+ Mobile Park

$59,990

M4044

M3844

For Renting, and Property & Strata Management call 250-378-1996

LE FITABINESS O R P S L BU LOCA

Perfect family enterprise Training can be provided Beautiful storefront and deli. 2 walk-in coolers, large quick freeze.

$150,000

$439,000

• • • • M4039

Beautiful 5 BR family home 4 Bath, ensuite w/ jetted tub 2 bedroom in-law suite 2 Covered decks

$399,888

• • • • M3972

The Best Bungalow! 3 bedrooms, 2 bath Private backyard w/ pool Full basement w/ dbl carport

• • • •

$357,000

M3994

Beautiful sprawling rancher Nicola River frontage Mature shade trees Located in quiet cul-de-sac

• • • •

$349,000

L3980

Royal Lepage Realtors(R) are trained to provide valuable assistance to Buyers

M4030

Immaculate 3 bed plus den Motivated-Quick possession Quality appl.-amazing Kitch C/Air, Gas F/P, U/G sprinklers

• Very nice 4 bedroom 2 bath home • Hardwood floors/view side of Parker Drive • Private backyard with awesome deck and pool L3989 $330,000 M4045

$332,000

ER LOW LA NICO

• • • •

• • • •

Lrg 4 BR, 3 bath family home + 2 bedroom suite, own laundry Skylights, A/C, U/G sprinklers Oversized double garage

$327,000

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES

• • • •

Amazing kitchen w/granite Easy care yard 5 BR, 4 bth family home w/pool New roof & remodeled Bthrms

Royal Lepage Merritt for all your Real Estate needs. For Buying & Selling call 250-378-6181

Completely Replumbed New HW tank 3 Bed, 2 Bath rancher Appliances included

$34,900

• • • •

M4020

ER LOW LA NICO

• • • •

Hobby Farm 1.79 acres 3 bdrm, 2 bath home 5 stall barn, hay shed, poultry pens Numerous fruit trees, large veg. garden.

$269,000

M4017

Family home 4 BR, 3 Bath Plus 2 bedroom suite Rear deck with BBQ hookup Family area, cul-de-sac street

$325,000

• • • • M3961

Beautifully updated 2900 sq ft 3 bed family home Lrg covered deck, fully fenced Awesome family home

• • • •

$297,990

L4008

New roof, recent H/W & Boiler 5 BR, 3 Bath main part of home + 2 BR suite at ground level Mstr BR, ensuite has jetted tub

$289,000

• • • • M3984

CH!

$269,000

M4022

ER BUY 0 0 0 $2, ONUS B

• Ver y nice 4 BR, 2 Bth family home • New furnace, roof and gutters • Updated main Bth- Private backyard

$264,900

M3945

• • • •

• 160 acre ranch • 4500 Sq.ft. Linwood home • 130x220 riding arena

$2,100,000

HWY

Located on nice quiet street 5 Bed, 3 bath incl. ensuite Granite countertops, Central air Tile & laminate flooring, 5 Appl.

$244,900

• • • • M3981

Nice 3 Bedroom rancher Close to school & shopping Separate living & family room 16x20 detached garage

Investors, priced for your budget! Totally updated side X side duplex Currently rented with separate hydro Unit A 725 sq ft, Unit B 778 sq ft approx.

$219,850

M4048

• 4 Lrg Suites, Close to D/Town • Double Lot, Great Location

$388,000

M3863

• 1500 sq.ft/ floor, wheelchair access • Approx 15 acres of dev. prop • Current zoning I3 w/portion in • Top floor, 1 office, mini kitch & Bth ALR • Backyard fenced, Ramps both sides • Subdivision potential

$265,000

M4027

$499,000

M3873

• • • •

Quiet culdesac location! 3 bdrms up, 2 down, 2 bathrooms Includes appliances, central air Lots of parking

$214,000

M4043

• Sunvalley Court-2 BR, 2 Bth T/home • End unit-includes all appliances • 24 hour notice required

$194,000

• • • •

Immaculate 5 bdrm home Newer furnace & central air Large fenced back yard Mill Creek kitchen

$239,000

M3968

$210,000

• • • •

• Full duplex, steady revenue • Great Buy! Below assessed Value • Recent roof & vinyl windows, fenced • 2 single family homes on Lrg lots yard • Two levels each side, 4 bedrooms each • Collect rental income from both • Priced below assessed value! L4049

Just across from the arena! 2000 sq ft half duplex 5 bdrms, 2 kitchens, 2 bathrooms Laminate floors, fenced yard.

M3741 $179,900

M4028

$209,000

M4040

$209,000

M3947

D L O S

• Cozy 2 BD rancher, fenced back yard

• Nice 3 BR, 2 full baths, half duplex

• Wood stove, metal shed & Shop

• 1 car attached garage & fenced yard

• Front yard has Garlic and Herb bed

• New roof ’07, Large Master BR.

$169,000

$169,000

M3886

KE SE LA

$329,000

M3862

97C

$224,900

M3852

K

CREE

• Private oasis in backyard

• • • • incl GST M4024

T!

FRON

4 bed, 4 bath family home In-law suite on main level 22 X 25 insulated/wired shop Central air and u/g sprinklers

$329,000

• • • • M4026

L!

TIFU

BEAU

• Utopia in the Sunshine Valley! • 38+ acres of breathtaking property • 4 BR, in floor heat, 9 ft ceilings • Old growth forest & mature gardens

• 40+ acres riverfront • Incredible new house • Beautiful log guest cottage • Expansive views

$1,690,000

$1,350,000

$1,195,000

UE UNIQERTY P PRO

M3900

$775,000

L3990

E SHIN SUN LLEY VA

M#4036

CES SPENWAY T T I R MER GE HIGH BRID

• Water rights on Nicola River

$640.000

M3967

K

CREE

E CACH

M4050

Royal Lepage Merritt for all your Real Estate needs. For Buying & Selling call 250-378-6181

• Awesome waterfront property • 3 BR home, new roof & floors • 7 stall barn, 2-16x24 cabins

For Renting, and Property & Strata Management call 250-378-1996

HWY

Spectacular Sunshine Valley! Special 9.9+ acre property Pristine views of Nicola River Build your Future

$249,000

• • • •

M4004

Lovely getaway acreage! Great views of Stump Lake Easy access to the highway Water system & power to lot line

$212,000

• 80 acre horse farm • 2 lrg ranch houses,44x96 barn • 40x40 wired, Insul, heated shop

• Custom Post & Beam Home • Endless trails, this land is fenced • Stunning views on 21 + acres • Custom built maple cabinets & • 10 kms from paved highway more

M4025

$599,000

M3815

E SHIN SUN ESTATES EY VALL

5 Bed , 3 Bath home Currently set up as duplex Back unit has 2 Bedrooms Comes with appl. in both suites

$167,000

$329,000

R RIVE

• 160 acres of privacy

• Located near park

• • • •

Amazing 1 year new 3 bdrm 2 bath rancher Bright open design Buyer to assign rebate

97C

• • • •

M3974

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

$195,000

M3603

• Absolutely lovely 2+ acres • Beautiful southern views • Backs on to Crown Land

$150,000

M3940

• 1.44 acre, approx, 295 ft river-front • Walking distance to downtown • Gorgeous views of mtns/ranchland

$134,900

M3898

• Extra large double lot • 2 city water & sewage hookups • Easy access w/ paved roads

$100,000

M3495

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

$79,000

M3534

• Desirable Nicola Wynd Dev. • Nice lot for your dream home • Quality builder available

$79,000

• 2 bedroom character home

$189,000

M3876

• • • •

RANCHES, RURAL AND RECREATION

• 44 +/- private acres w/creek • 13+ acres close to Merritt • 2530 sq.ft. rancher,26x36 log barn • House is 3 years new • 3 bdrm, 3 bath, family home • 20x40 RV,70x140 • Detached garage/shop & 2 wells. M#4035 arena,36x40 shop

M3983

KE SE LA

P GLIM

BY HOB

M3879

FARM

$539,000

H BEEC

• Amazing Panoramic views • 4 bed, 3 bath- 8 years new • Vaulted ceilings, C/Air, C/vac • 9.91 acres- Totally fenced

• Perfect horse property • Backs on to Crown • 6 stall barn

• Beautiful river view • Mstr BR w/ Ensuite & W/I closet • Nice, quiet neighborhood • Close to downtown • 10 acres and 2500 sq.ft barn M3943

$529,000

M4041

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ROA

ROS WILD

$499,900

$499,000

M3991

• Amazing 2800 sq ft log home • Horses welcome – 9.88 acres • 3 bed 2 bath quality built • Very nice 3 bed 2 bath home • Bright open design w/vaulted ceilings • Vaulted ceilings, 2 lofts • Totally private/fenced & cross fenced • Totally fenced 1.14 acres w/out buildings.

• Creek on property

RE KME

M4052

O

BRO

$485,000

MILE

M3909

• Main floor has vaulted ceiling

$79,000

M4016

$439,000

DISE PARAKE LA

HIGH

M3707

• Desirable Nicola Wynd Dev. • Build your dream home • Quality builder available

$70,000

E SHIN SUN LLEY VA

P GLIM

$599,000

• Log home/Hobby farm • Creek runs thru property • Farm Equipment included • Approx. 9 acres in hay

M3908, M3910, M3911

• Easy access to new Retail and Dining • Wonderful Views, good sized lot • Build your own dream home

$60,500

M3914 & M3915

• New residential lots in nice area • Located in quiet cul-de-sac M4032 • Fully serviced incl curbs/ storm drain

$57,000

M3692

COMMERCIAL LOTS • Well known location • Insurance office across the lane • Adjacent to city’s only Drycleaners

• Great Investment Opportunity! • Prime development potential. • Ideal location for your business. • Mixed use commercial.

• Locally managed 11 unit building • Main floor has laundry hookups • U/G sprinklers, good tenant base • Corner store half a block away

$570,000

$725,000

M4038

M3944

$799,000

• 4 Plex – Investors, lots of parking

• Nicely finished in-law suite

• 3 bed, 1 ½ bath family home • Downtown location–close to library/ shopping • 22 X 24 heated/wired detached garage/shop

MILL

• • • •

• Mill Creek cabinets in kitchen

T PETIEK CRE

RAN

Nice 2 bed 1 bath on .359 acre Aerothermal heating & cooling Updated windows/totally fenced 24X30 detached shop/garage

• Large 7 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home

M4042

M4002

• • • •

New 2 bed, 2 bath Apartment Bright open design Kitchen w/ lrg center island Laundry room in unit

$164,000

M4001

• Close to down town core • Great investment property

$139,000

M4021

• Year round residence

• Cozy, 1 bed cottage w/loft

• Nice 3 BR, 2 full Bath, 1/2 duplex

• 4 bed, 2 bath main home

• 2 acres, fully fenced

• Riverfront Acreage,

• 2 acres private lot w/ extra’s

• Huge deck w/lovely Lk view

• Fam Room on Main w/2 BRs, Kitch

• Modular home, 3 BR, 2Bth

• Guest cottage w/ tons of parking

• Year round recreation

• And L.R. on 2nd storey, Fenced yard

• 9.62 property, fenced pasture

$289,000

$230,000

$159,000

$399,000

M3946

M3995

M3851

M3857

• Beautiful home w/custom kitch • Attached garage with guest room & • 3 piece bath

$375,000

M4019

• Luxurious 3 BR Custom Log Home • Laundry on main, Games room/ more • Resort style Atmosphere- Mile High!

• Exclusive recreational property • Wonderful lake views & access • 2 bdrms & loft log cabin • Onsite caretaker, weekly rentals

$349,000

$288,000

M3894

M4033

$85,900

M3935

• One of a kind in downtown • Potential dev opportunities • Bring your building plans

$85,000

M3942

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