Category Archives: Merritt’s Local News

GAME DAY: Penticton Vees (17-1-2-2) at Merritt Centennials (9-10-3-1)
Merritt Centennials - (9-10-3-1) It seems every game is an emotional nail biter for the Merritt Centennials. Last night was no different as they nearly got the win but couldn't hang on. The Cents only...
Vern Strecheniuk Dec 02, 2023 Vees vs Cents | Joey Jones Photography

Up to 20 centimetres of snow expected to cover Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt overnight
MERRITT, B.C. - A large blanket of snow is expected to cover the Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt to kick off December. In a snowfall warning online, Environment Canada says around 15 to 20 cen...
Aaron Schulze Dec 01, 2023 Snowy Highways | CFJC Today

Merritt Civic Centre and Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre set to ring in the New Year
MERRITT - There will be a New Year's Eve Celebration set for Sunday, December 31st, 2023 at the Merritt Civic Centre. This event is for the whole family to enjoy, kick off the afternoon with a family ...
Vern Strecheniuk Dec 01, 2023 Merritt Civic Centre | Zach Amin Photography

TEDDY BEAR TOSS: West Kelowna Warriors (13-6-2-0) at Merritt Centennials (9-10-2-1)
MERRITT - It's Teddy Bear Toss Day! Merritt Centennials - (9-10-2-1) It seems every game is an emotional nail biter for the Merritt Centennials. The Cents only suffered one blow out loss in game two o...
Vern Strecheniuk Dec 01, 2023 Centennials Celebrating | Joey Jones Photography

Centennials Michael Felsing makes the BCHL All Star Team
MERRITT - Well, there was little doubt that Michael Felsing would make the BCHL All Star team and yesterday (November 30, 2023,) that was confirmed. After a vote was conducted with coaches and general...
Vern Strecheniuk Dec 01, 2023 Michael Felsing | Q-1-0-1 News

Two years after the flood, houses feeling more like homes in Merritt
MERRITT, B.C. - It's been just over two years since a devastating atmospheric river led to widespread flooding and a community-wide evacuation of the city of Merritt. Two years later and the signs of ...
Michael Reeve Dec 01, 2023 Michael Reeve | CFJC Today

No one will be turned away: 988 suicide crisis helpline launches across Canada
TORONTO - A new toll-free, three-digit suicide prevention helpline launched across Canada on Thursday morning. People having suicidal thoughts or other mental health distress can now call or text 988 ...
News Nov 30, 2023

Tyler Wishart gets honorable mention in BCHL Players of the Week
MERRITT - Merritt Centennials forward Tyler Wishart got an Honorable Mention in the BCHL's Stars of the Week with 4 assists in 2 games. Wishart was added from the Nanaimo Clippers and still rocks the ...
Vern Strecheniuk Nov 30, 2023

Don't let the Grinch ruin your Holiday Season
MERRITT - In an age where technology is taking over every day tasks more and more the risk for scams rises too. Here are some tips for staying vigilant of criminals during the Holidays. Be aware of fa...
Vern Strecheniuk Nov 30, 2023 The Grinch | CFJC Today

Temporary Road Closure on Hamilton Hill Road
MERRITT - The City of Merritt is trying to finish up as much road work as possible before the ground freezes up and winter is in full swing. Crews will be working on the installation of a watermain an...
Vern Strecheniuk Nov 29, 2023 Construction | CFJC Today
