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Emergency Alert system to be tested across TNRD next week
MERRITT - The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) is advising residents that it will test its emergency alert system next week during Emergency Preparedness Week in B.C. The Voyent Alert test will be staged on Thursday, May 7 at 10:30 am. Voyent Alert is a free app that can be added to your phone by visiting the ...
17h ago
Boston Bar-area fire being held at 53ha
BOSTON BAR - A wildfire skirting the Trans Canada Highway near Boston Bar is now being held. In an update posted during the noon hour Wednesday (April 29), the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says the 53-hectare Ferrabee fire south of Boston Bar is not expected to grow beyond its established borders. The fire was discovered...
18h ago
"Watch for motorcyclists" :ICBC
New crash data shows that nearly half of crashes (49%) where the motorcyclist was responsible are tied to the rider's skills and losing control. As motorcyclists get back on their bikes this spring, ICBC is asking riders of all experience levels to practice critical skills like hard braking and steering around hazards ...
Apr 29, 2026
Emergency officials echo drone/ laser warnings in emergency situations
Emergency officials in Merritt and surrounding are echoing warnings made last week with regards to the use of drones and high-powered lasers in dangerous situations. Last week, Okanagan RCMP reported that on multiple occasions last year, these apparatus created dangerous situations for planes operating in and out of K...
Apr 28, 2026
Applications for first round of Fire Smart continue until April 30
Time is running out for Nicola Valley residents looking to take advantage of the first intake of applications for the Fire Smart Rebate Program Program being. The popular fire prevention program is available to all homeowners/ tenants with the Nicola Valley and could save you thousands on projects designed to keep your...
Apr 27, 2026
