Category Archives: Merritt’s Local News
Heat warning in effect for Nicola Valley
There's a heat warning in effect for the Nicola Valley and surrounding area that will quite likely remain in effect for the remainder of the weekend. A hot airmass entrenched over the B.C. interior is...
Jul 19, 2024 Photo 120574379 | Air © G?nter Albers | Dreamstime.com
30th Show and Shine Set for Sunday
The Nicola Valley Cruisers hosting their 30th annual Car how this Sunday from 10-until 3 p.m. The annual walk down memory lane will be held at Central Park on Voght Street. and will feature classic ca...
Jul 19, 2024 Many classic cars will be on full display on Sunday as the NV Cruisers host their 30th Show and Shine at Central Park
Shetland Creek wildfire now listed at more than 5,700 hectares; crews continue structure protection
The Shetland Creek wildfire north of Spences Bridge is now listed at 5,750 hectares in size. In an update Thursday (July 18) night, the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says aggressive fire behaviour throug...
Jul 19, 2024 With high winds expected this weekend, officials warning residents to be vigilant when dealing with fire this weekend. (Image credit: BC Wildfire Service)
Evacuation Alert Expanded - Spences Bridge and Areas North - Shetland Creek Wildfire
An Evacuation Alert has been expanded by the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, effective July 18, 2024 at 1600 hours, due to the Shetland Creek wildfire. The Evacuation Alert is now in effect for app...
Jul 18, 2024 Image credit: Facebook/David Walkem
Another Emergency Room Closure for Nicola Valley Hospital on Friday
For the fourth time in less than three weeks, Merritt and area residents are being advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at the Nicola Valley Hospital and Health Centre due to lim...
Jul 18, 2024 The Nicola Valley Hospital will not be one of the hospitals taking part in a IH pilot project where patients receive care from a physician working virtually (Q101 File Photo)
Former Merritt Mayor passes away
Q101 news has learned that former City of Merritt Mayor Neil Menard has passed away. He was 80-years-of-age. Menard entered the political circle in February of 2014 winning a byelection following the ...
Jul 18, 2024 (PML File Photo)
Music In The Park Series Tonight: Featuring Doug James Band
The Rotary Park bandstand will be rocking tonight as the weekly Music In The Park Concert series features the Doug James Band beginning at 6:00 pm. While there is no official heat warning as there was...
Jul 18, 2024 Doug James Band rocking Canada Day
Interior Health guidance as heat warnings continue across the region
Interior Health is reminding people to be safe as prolonged heat warnings from Environment and Climate Change Canada continue across the Interior Health region and temperatures in many areas are incre...
Jul 18, 2024 Photo 120574379 | Air © G?nter Albers | Dreamstime.com
Shetland Creek wildfire near Spences Bridge balloons to 5,000 hectares in size
The wildfire that triggered the Thompson-Nicola Regional District's (TNRD) evacuation order and alert between Ashcroft and Spences Bridge saw substantial growth Wednesday (July 17). In an update short...
Jul 18, 2024 Image credit: Facebook/David Walkem
Evacuation orders issued for Venables Valley, more Cook's Ferry reserves due to growing Spences Bridge-area fire
The Thompson Nicola Regional District has issued its first major wildfire-related evacuation orders and alerts of the 2024 wildfire season, thanks to a roaring fire north of Spences Bridge. The Shetla...
Jul 18, 2024 View from Venables Valley (Image Credit: Contributed)
