Category Archives: Merritt’s Local News
The Week That Was – March 15-19, 2021
Every weekend Q101 publishes the 'Week That Was' highlighting some of the most interesting news stories of the week. COVID-19 related stories will be mostly excluded from these articles (for the lates...
Mar 20, 2021
BC COVID-19 Update - March 19, 2021
Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.'s provincial health officer, and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, have issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the COVID-19 response in British Columbia: "Today...
Mar 19, 2021
ASK Wellness CEO recognized for community service by Governor General of Canada
KAMLOOPS - The ASK Wellness Society's chief executive officer has been recognized with an award from the Governor General of Canada. Bob Hughes was unveiled in February as one of 98 Canadians who will...
Mar 19, 2021 Credit: CFJC Today
Merritt Golf opens as its most famous golfer sits on cut line at Honda Classic
Merrittonains can begin dusting off their clubs and swings as Merritt Golf is set to open today (March 19). As the weekend warriors attempt to find their game after a long winter, Merritt's own PGA pr...
Mar 19, 2021
Procedure bylaw adopted
Merritt City Council has adopted a new procedure bylaw. The bylaw speaks mostly to the internal workings of council and staff during meetings but does bring two changes that will affect the public. "S...
Mar 19, 2021
Florentine outbreak nearing completion according to IH Chief Medical Health Officer
During his weekly call with the media on Thursday (March 18), Dr. Albert de Villiers, Interior Health Chief Medical Health Officer, provided a quick and positive update on the outbreak at the Florenti...
Mar 19, 2021
BC COVID-19 Update - March 18, 2021
Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.'s provincial health officer, and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, have issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the COVID-19 response in British Columbia: "Today...
Mar 18, 2021
BC speeding up vaccination rollout to front-line workers including teachers
Premier John Horgan has announced that 300,000 front-line workers are going to be vaccinated ahead of schedule. Those prioritized will include first responders, grocery store workers and teachers. The...
Mar 18, 2021 Credit: CFJC Today
City Hall releases details on how to attend tonight’s town hall
The City of Merritt has finally released the details of how Merrittonians can attend this evening's town hall meeting. The meeting will be held on Microsoft Teams. A link to the meeting can be found h...
Mar 18, 2021
“We need to do this in an equitable way that ensures the franchise in Merritt gets the same access to dollars as the franchise in Penticton”; Premier Horgan
Last week, the BC Hockey league was finally given the green light to return to action with a condensed regular season. The Merritt Centennials will be playing in the Chilliwack 'pod' starting in early...
Mar 18, 2021 Q101 file photo
