Every weekend Q101 publishes the ‘Week That Was’ highlighting some of the most interesting news stories of the week.

This week Merritt was talking about a COVID-19 outbreak at RIH, the decriminalization of illicit drugs, a warning from the local Mounties, and cannabis buffer zones.

Citing high vaccination rate and strict protocols, Interior Health surprised by RIH COVID-19 outbreak

Interior Health (IH) is investigating the cause of a COVID-19 outbreak at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH).

Citing high vaccination rate and strict protocols, Interior Health surprised by RIH COVID-19 outbreak

BC applies for decriminalization of drug possession

As last reported by the BC Coroner, Merritt continues to have the highest illicit drug toxicity death rate per 100,000 people at 133.4. The next closest community in Powell River at 112.6.  So far in 2021, six people have died in Merritt due to illicit drugs.

BC applies for decriminalization of drug possession

Merritt RCMP pleading for drivers to slow down on slick highways

The Merritt RCMP is asking the public to watch their speed relative to conditions on the Coquihalla Highway and Highway 97C as winter is here.

Merritt RCMP pleading for drivers to slow down on slick highways

Council not reviewing cannabis buffer zones

After receiving a report from Council on procedures in other communities around B.C., Merritt City Council will not be reviewing cannabis buffer zones.

Council not reviewing cannabis buffer zones