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COMMUNITY CLEAN UP Erin Thompson and Gabby Zabeck participated in the Smart Step Youth Association’s ‘Get On Your Feet and Clean Your Street’ event on Tuesday. Youth volunteers met at the Teen Centre then fanned out throughout the community picking up garbage from various streets. Thompson, Zabeck and others tackled the truck route between Tolko Industries and Ardew Wood Products. Jade Swartzberg/Herald

Break-ins on the rise in Merritt, warn RCMP

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to put the information out there and raise awareness for people to start locking their doors and closing their windows,” said RCMP Const. Ryan Dell.

Locals reported several incidents as recently as the weekend.

Dell said besides stealing from residences or businesses, thieves have been taking items from sheds, travel trailers and vehicles, often accessible by unlocked doors or windows.

The most commonly stolen items include MP3 players, cash, camera equipment, hunting and camping gear, tools, televisions and jewelry.

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The number of break and enter incidents occurring in Merritt this summer is two and a half times higher than the same period last year, reported the Merritt RCMP. Recently, police circulated a press release warning Merrittonians to take steps to deter would-be criminals from stealing from residences or vehicles.

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Dell said these crimes have not been confined to one geographic area.

“It’s right across the entire detachment from the City of Merritt out to Lower Nicola,” he said. “We would like to see more people report these incidents because it can be useful to the police.”

The thefts are just as likely to occur during the week as on the weekend, said Dell.

“There’s no consistency that we can hammer down, other than it’s greatly increased over last year,” he said.

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yet, though they have several people in mind that they think may be responsible.

In order to deter offenders, the RCMP suggest the following: • Lock your doors and windows, in particular, if you leave your residence.

• Remove valuables from your vehicle or travel trailer.

• Close and lock your outbuildings.

• Install outdoor lighting.

• If you’re away from home, arrange for a house sitter or have a neighbour keep an eye on your property.

• Invest in quality locks for your

doors.

• If you see something suspicious happening, phone 911.

Police also suggest recording the make, model and serial number of belongings, which increases the chances that these belongings will be returned.

“We’re hoping that people will be more vigilant in securing their premises and watching their neighbours’ as well,” said Dell.

To report a break-in contact the Merritt RCMP at 378-4262, or to provide information about those responsible for these crimes contact the RCMP or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Businesses should beware of counterfeit money, say RCMP

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Merritt RCMP have issued a warning to local businesses to be on the look out for counterfeit currency.

According to an Aug. 14 press release, there has been a spike in counterfeit currency being passed within the Okanagan area.

Since July 26, RCMP have received 23 complaints where counterfeit money was passed or attempted to be passed in the communities of Oliver, Osoyoos, Okanagan Falls, Penticton, West Kelowna, Lake Country, Salmon Arm and Kamloops.

Suspects have passed Canadian currency in $20, $50 and $100 denominations. RCMP say the counterfeit currency is similar to the Canadian Journey Series (dated 2001 to 2006).

“The suspect’s typical modus operandi is for the passer to make an inexpensive purchase and pay with

a large denomination, in turn receiving a large percentage of change back in authentic currency, leaving the bogus bill in the till,” said Cpl. Dan Moskaluk, senior media relations officer.

“Feel, look and flip the bank note to check the security features.”

Security features to look for on the Canadian Journey Series bank notes include a watermark or ghost image, a security thread, a metallic/holographic strip, a puzzle number or see-through number and raised ink features.

For more information on counterfeiting prevention, go to the Bank of Canada’s website at www. bankofcanada.ca/banknotes.

“RCMP are reminding the business community to be vigilant when accepting currency,” said Merritt RCMP Staff Sgt. Sheila White.

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COUNTRY RUN DONATION Race director Mary Jorgensen presents Canadian Tire Associate Dealer Dave Kopacz with $3,000 raised for the Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program at this year’s Merritt Country Run. The local store agreed to match the donation so $6,000 will be contributed to the children’s charity. Jade Swartzberg/Herald

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Six local candidates are officially in the running for the City of Merritt’s Sept.

15 byelection to fill the empty seat on council.

By the end of Friday (the close of the nomination period) Bob Baird, Harvey Keys, Nadia Clarke, Noreen Cross, Jack Polmans and Kurt Christopherson had filed their papers at City Hall.

Once the nomination period closes, candidates have a seven-day period where they have the option to withdraw their candidacy, and after that their name will be printed on the ballot, said Chief Elections Officer Carole Fraser.

This seven-day window ends tomorrow (Aug. 17), which is the first day candidates can begin displaying election signs.

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Twelve candidates will compete for the title of B.C Ambassador this weekend in Merritt. Back row left to right: Kelowna’s Alexandra Burnham, New Westminster’s Tristen Westman, Penticton’s Camelia Vokey, (current ambassadors Merritt’s Sarah Simon, White Rock’s Freda Zhang, and Kamloops’ Parish Sanesh), Trail’s Carley Henniger, Kamloops’ Acacia Schmietenknop, and Summerland’s Jacquelyn Belanger. Front row: Merritt’s Shayla Muir-Holder, Castlegar’s Mariah Morris, Ladysmith’s Jayse Van Rooyen, North Thompson Valley’s Alexandra Brown, Oliver’s Juliana Martine, and Lytton’s Elizabeth Phillips. Jade Swartzberg/Herald

B.C. program to crown new ambassadors in Merritt Merritt’s Sarah Simon prepares to pass on her role after year as ambassador

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Three young women will be crowned as B.C. Ambassadors at the Merritt Civic Centre this weekend and the outgoing 2011 Ambassador team is looking forward to see who will have the responsibility of representing the youth of the province.

“I’m really excited to see who earns the position and I hope they cherish it as much as I did,” said Parish Sanesh of Kamloops, who has represented British Columbia along with White Rocks’ Freda Zhang and Merritt’s Sarah Simon since last August.

Each year, the B.C. Ambassadors Program offers scholarships and bursaries to candidates representing communities from throughout the province who have previously held titles in their local programs Candidates are judged on their knowledge of the province and their ability to communicate in a personal interview as well as their public speaking and presentation skills.

Since being selected and

crowned last year, Simon, Zhang and Sanesh have travelled throughout B.C. to make public appearances at local ambassador programs and volunteered in their own communities. Individually, each ambassador clocked just over 1,200 hours of volunteer work while attending school full time.

Luckily, education is one of the program mandates so school always comes first, said Simon, a chemistry student at Thompson Rivers University who said she has had to manage her time carefully to fit everything in.

Last year, candidates raised close to $34,000 in cash for educational bursaries, said Mike Hume, president of the B.C. Ambassadors Program.

Participants don’t need to earn a title to be considered for these bursaries, the team pointed out, and Sanesh said last year a bursary enabled one candidate to go to school who wouldn’t have been able to afford post-secondary otherwise.

“For the candidates to give so unconditionally, it’s amazing,” Hume said.

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Eighteen-year-old Zhang, the youngest ambassador, said she learned to be more independent and how to network. Once she passes on her crown, she’ll prepare for a move to Toronto where she will study International Relations and Political Science at the University of Toronto.

Sanesh said she learned how to deal with situations and different people.

“I learned to make the most of every situation and how to shift the focus from ourselves to build self esteem in others, which is also one of the program’s mandates,” said Sanesh who will be studying Business in France next year.

Merritt’s Simon said her experience has taught her how to talk to a diverse range of people from young men and women in high school to mayors and other politicians.

“Having this kind of exposure is very unique,” she said. “I have a much larger interest in how a community works and going to

meetings has given me a desire to be a part of it.”

Hume says he is grateful for the time the candidates put into their responsibilities, and said candidates need endorsement from their respective communities to even participate in the first place.

Unfortunately, he said, several programs have closed across the province as Merritt’s did several years ago, because of a lack of volunteers and support. However, thanks to the team’s efforts, there are funds available for communities that would like to start a program.

Twelve new candidates will compete for the crowns this weekend from B.C. communities including Ladysmith, Penticton, New Westminster, Summerland and Merritt.

This is the 13th year the City of Merritt is hosting the program.

“We’d like to thank the City of Merritt for their support of our annual event,” said Hume. “There are people who supported us 14 years ago when we had nothing; now we support the community by doing 95 per cent of our shopping locally.”

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• Greyhound bus engulfed in flames A Greyhound bus heading from Vancouver to Kelowna went up in flames approximately 50 kilometres from Merritt along Highway 97C at around noon on Saturday.

• City approves common grave for over 50 unclaimed remains Merritt city councillors have agreed to allow the burial of nearly 54 Merrittonians’ unclaimed cremated remains in a common grave.

• City hires crew to clean up old Schoenborn property Landscapers mowed the lawn and trimmed the hedges of an unsightly property on Telemon Place — notoriously known as the old Schoenborn place — Thursday morning.

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Council meeting briefs Aug. 7, 2012 Regular Council Meeting Unfinished Business: 1. Council resolved that the print media process be left as is until such time as there is another competitive print media located in Merritt 2. Council resolved that Administration prepare a report regarding the request for proposals for City Entertainment go out in September; and that administration provide recommendations to Council with regards to which group(s) will provide City Entertainment for 2013 in December 2012 3. Council resolved that Administration prepare a report pertaining to all correspondence received by the City addressed to “Mayor and Council” be scanned and forwarded by e-mail to members of Council within two (2) days of receipt

New Business: 1. Council authorized a one-time of variance to Bylaw No. 2087, 2009 that would allow multiple remains to be interred in one grave site and that the service be provided free of charge as allowed under Section J, 4 of Bylaw No. 2087, 2009 dealing with the cemetery care fund Reports from Council: 1. Councillor Goetz attended the Merritt Flying Club Fly-in and assisted in cooking pancake breakfast. The next event is September 2, 2012 2. Councillor Baker attended the meeting with Dan Albas, MP at the Chamber office, the Clash of the Talents on Saturday with the next event at Rotary Park this Saturday, and the Smart Step youth event where they removed a considerable amount of graffiti. Councillor Kroeker also attended the Clash of Talent on Saturday.

TALENT JUDGES Community members clustered under the shade of a tree at Rotary Park to watch the Clash of the Talents on Saturday. Audience members voted and five participants advanced to the semi-finals. Jade Swartzberg/Herald

Excerpt from July Community Policing Report Smart Step Youth Association: July was a busy month for the Smart Step Youth Association as they immersed themselves in workshops and guest speaker sessions. They also played an active role in the Canada Day celebrations at Rotary Park, a hot dog fundraiser at Cooper’s Foods during the Bike Rally and the Streetfest event organized by the Chamber of Commerce.

Guest speakers featured in July were Trish Rhodie, Co-ordinator for Success by Six, Tony Broman, a child/ youth mental health counselor, and Const.

Tracy Dunsmore of the RCMP and CPO. The programs (Elite, City and Sport) are all planning events for August, including: Paint Our City Clean, Get on Your Feet and Clean Your Street, Youth Sports Camp and Homelessness

Awareness.

Crime Stoppers Merritt and Nicola Valley: Plans are already in the works for the fall murder mystery fundraiser at Quilchena Hotel. This year’s theme includes the mafia during prohibition.

Crime Stoppers has purchased more signage and is working with the Ministry of Transportation to post them in the regional disttict.

The board is pleased that the program is being used as tips continue to come in that provide the RCMP with valuable information.

Social Planning Council: Housing Task Group: This determined group continues to navigate the system to find ways to bring attention to the lack of affordable and supportive housing in Merritt. Members of the group were able to attend a meeting

with BC Housing after being invited to an open house for a new emergency co-ed shelter in Kamloops. It is well-known that Merritt is under-serviced but the message remains the same: “there is no money.” However, based on last winter’s emergency weather shelter statistics, BC Housing has indicated they will do their best to support our community for the upcoming season.

Block Watch: The McGoran Place Block

Watch is one of the CPO’s most active Block Watches. The CPO is invited to attend their annual summer gathering scheduled for the end of August. Not only will the CPO be attending to speak about crime prevention techniques, it will be facilitating a bike rodeo with the block’s youth to encourage bike safety and smart riding.

• Assistance to the general public - 53 • Community Initiatives - 43 • Referrals to other agencies - 10 • Police file - 1 • Lost/found property - 12 • Volunteer inquiries - 2 Total Occurences: 122 Volunteer hours: • Office - 113.5 • Foot patrols - 26.5 • Speed watch - 28 Total: 168

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Recent B.C. drownings prompt warning from Coroners Service Southern Interior rivers flow higher, faster than normal

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With only a few weeks of summer remaining, locals may be tempted to hit the lakes or rivers, but the BC Coroners Service is warning residents and visitors to take extra care when engaging in water activities.

The warning comes as the Coroners Service begins investigations into eight

recent tragic drownings that occurred in B.C.’s rivers and lakes.

Rivers and streams, especially in the southern Interior, are running much faster and and at higher levels than would normally be expected [at this time of year], said Barb McLintock of the BC Coroners Service.

High runoff from winter snowpack and heavy rains during the spring and early summer have also left many rivers, streams and lakes with much higher water levels, she added.

“Touring the Interior region of the province recently, I have never seen such high water levels and

flow rates at this time of year,” said Chris Duffy, executive director for Emergency Management BC. To prevent further loss of life, experts are warning locals and visitors about activities such as rafting, tubing and canoeing, which may currently have a higher risk than otherwise expected.

Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe said visitors are at particularly high risk because they do not recognize that local waters are likely to be more hazardous than those in other parts of Canada or the world — the water is colder, lakes have steep drop-offs, and there

can be unexpected underwater debris.

A summary of findings compiled by the BC Coroners Service related to accidental drowning deaths from 2006-2010 revealed that the highest proportion of these deaths occurred in the southern Interior region.

A total of 404 accidental drownings occurred in B.C. during this five-year period (an average of 80 per year), three of which took place in the Nicola Valley area. These included a man who drowned while paddle-boating in Kentucky Lake in 2007, another man who died when the excavator he was working on at

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In an email to the Merritt Herald, McLintock also noted a more recent incident where a man fell from a boat while fishing near Logan Lake and drowned in July.

These statistics also indicate that five out of six of those who drowned were male and that alcohol or drugs were contributing factors in 42 per cent of the overall deaths.

“Alcohol and water-related activities do not mix, any more than alcohol and driving do,” said McLintock.

“Alcohol impairs your co-ordination and judgement, and this substantially adds to the risk inherent in swimming or boating.”

Almost one third of the deaths from 2006 to 2010 occurred during July and August and the three most common activities involved in accidental drowning were swimming, motor boating and canoeing or kayaking.

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HERALD OPINION Boundary changes on the horizon Although Canada’s next general election is not schedule to occur until 2015, there could be some major changes that may interest citizens living in many areas of the province including Okanagan-Coquihalla.

These changes are not related directly to politics but rather the riding boundaries that separate one electoral district from another.

In some instances the changes may be minor and in other cases the proposed changes may be more significant.

For example as the current proposal stands, Summerland and Penticton would end up in different riding boundaries whereas Merritt and Princeton, currently in separate ridings, would end up in the same district.

Conversely, Keremeos would no longer be in the same riding as Princeton, but would join Penticton, Oliver and Osoyoos in an expanded South Okanagan riding. Over in the Kootenays there would also be some significant changes as Salmo and Nelson would be separated; however, Nelson would end up in the same riding as Penticton and Okanagan Falls.

From a political perspective these boundary proposals are also noteworthy given that currently the southern riding is represented federally by an NDP MP and in Okanagan-Coquihalla I was elected as a Conservative MP. From my perspective, I believe it is important that as federally elected officials we avoid directly commenting on these changes and avoid any perception of attempting to influence boundaries changes that may either enhance or work against partisan political interests. That being said, I do believe it is important for both local and regional government representatives and more importantly citizens to be aware of these proposed changes and give consideration on accessibility of current electoral boundaries and those that are being proposed.

To learn more about how your community may be impacted by these changes I encourage citizens to visit the 2012 federal electoral redistribution website or to call the commission at 1-855-747-7236.

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Six candidates promise healthy competition

JADE SWARTZBERG Merritt HERALD An unfortunate trend across the country shows that fewer people are making an effort to vote in federal, provincial and local elections.

And, with a civic byelection on the horizon, Merritt’s Mayor Susan Roline says the turnout for byelections is especially low.

It seemed at first that

this trend of apathy might extend to those interested in participating in local politics, as only one or two people mentioned the possibility of running in the early days after Norm Brigden’s resignation.

However, as the recent nomination window drew to a close, more people unexpectedly decided to put their names forward bringing the list of candidates to a healthy total of six. And let’s be honest, elections are much more exciting when you have choice and variety at that.

The current list includes former mayor and alderman Bob Baird, who ran against Roline in the November 2011 election

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and received a total of 727 votes. Harvey Keys and Jack Polmans both ran for council in November and have put their names forward again. Polmans received a total of 608 votes, while Keys had a total of 308 votes.

Nadia Clarke, who has served more than one term as a Merritt councillor, has also put her name forward again with plans to move back to Merritt. The last time she ran for council in 2008, Clarke was elected with 979 votes.

Two newcomers to politics — Kurt Christopherson and Noreen Cross — round out the list.

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Community Arts Council, said it was time to try to be in a position to have input in decisions rather than criticizing from the outside.

Cross, who volunteers with the Centennials and the local car clubs, also said she felt it was time to jump into the fray.

Based on previous election results, the obvious frontrunners appear to be Baird, Clarke and Polmans.

People have voted for them in the past, and they have certainly got name recognition value. Though the same can be said for Christopherson, a long-time community member and volunteer, and Keys, an outspoken local businessman who put his name out there

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in November 2008.

Cross is, perhaps, the least recognizable of the bunch; however, the fact that she would bring a woman’s perspective to council could work to her advantage.

“I looked at the dynamics and thought it would be nice to have another woman’s voice on council,” she said.

In any event, it’s nice to see that, not one, but two women are in the running for the position.

With six different candidates running for council, the next few months should be interesting. Hopefully, Merrittonians will follow their lead, get involved and vote.

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Gas prices a complex issue From Page 6 If you would like to submit your comments or make a submission to the commission your application to do so should be filed no later than Aug. 30. Email the commision directly at bc-cb@rfed-rcf.ca With roughly three weeks left on my annual summer listening tour I had a chance over the weekend to compare notes I compiled from last year’s tour. It was a worthwhile exercise to learn what concerns remain, what new topics are arising and what subjects are mentioned less, or no longer a topic I am hearing about.

One topic frequently talked about last year was gas prices. Although not a topic I am hearing extensively about recently, it was a dominant topic last year and one that I covered in a previous report and as a result have been researching and investigating gas prices over the past months.

Why I am hearing less concerns expressed on gas prices this year compared to last may be somewhat related to fuel pricing being more stable over the past 12 months than the previous 12-month period. As an example, this year gas prices have fluctuated in a range roughly within 12 cents per litre whereas the previous year there was an increase in excess of 20 cents.

My research to date confirms that that there are many variables that contribute to the final price of fuel at the pumps and I could compose several more reports on this subject.

However, the question I am most commonly asked is why gas prices are significantly higher in some communities in Okanagan-Coquihalla compared with others.

This is a more complex question and the one that I have focussed on for many months now, and more so as the answers I have received to date do not adequately in my view address that question. Fortunately I have recently received information and more importantly documentation that I believe will be of benefit in taking this matter forward. I look forward to reporting back to you again in the very near future on this topic.

Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla and can be reached at dan.albas@parl.gc.ca.

YOUR OPINION Olympic groom thanks Merritt Dear Merritt and the Nicola Valley: I want to thank so many people who have financially and emotionally supported me in my drive for the 2012 Olympics. I have personally sent thank you cards to all of those who donated to help make this trip possible.

However, there are so many of my fellow Merrittonians who sent me well wishes and letters of encouragement.

Nothing feels better than hearing from people in your home town, some who didn’t personally know me, but were so excited about me being selected to be a part of the Canadian team.

My parents and siblings have told me about how often they were stopped on the street or at the grocery store or the coffee shop, asking them to send me well wishes. This support

was truly amazing and even more so when what we dreamed to be our quest, turned to be exactly the opposite.

Our Canadian Eventing Team was so devastated when there was only one rider/horse combination left to compete on the last day, when the others of our team were eliminated.

Never did it cross our minds that we couldn’t compete with the best in the world. Even though we were all feeling that we had let our country down — not one person let us dwell on that. We had gone to the Olympics and they were proud of what we had accomplished.

A very special thank you to the Merritt Herald sports writer Ian Webster. Ian contacted either me or my mom to get as much information as possible, and wrote such wonderful pieces. Thank you so much Ian for

doing an amazing job!

Thank you to all, who got up early in the morning to watch a sport that they may have known little about, who sent letters/words of encouragement, or participated in the “We Believe” video — your support was (is) so much appreciated.

Thank you Merritt for being my home town. I’m hoping to be home at Christmas time for a short visit and maybe some of you would be interested in hearing about my experience and future plans. Please visit my website, www.danacooke.ca to find out more about my sport — and, of course, about me.

Yours truly, Dana Cooke Groom for the Canadian Eventing Team at the 2012 London Olympics

Not much action from local MLA Dear Editor: When I mentioned the letter to the editor by Peter Voigt to a friend (Government inaction is concerning in Douglas Lake Cattle Co. issue Aug. 2, 2012), he agreed with Peter’s assessment that the Fraser-Nicola constituency hasn’t witnessed much action from MLA

Harry Lali.

He observed that Lali is good for ribbon cuttings, fundraisers, and photo ops, but not much good for getting things done, especially if there is no political gain.

Making the Douglas Lake Cattle Co. and other large landowners abide by the law could quite possibly get messy, and Lali doesn’t have the heart for

messy. There was no heat in this assessment, just a casual observation.

Although I know my friend voted NDP last election (and will likely do so again in the spring), he suggested that Merrittonians interested in the issue of ‘illegal restrictions to public lands’ should broaden their sphere to include at

Better not to try bike rally ‘scheme’ again Dear Editor: It is either in the air, the elevation or the heat that makes people come up with grandiose schemes in Merritt, schemes that they should have learned to be not workable.

The Bike Rally gave a few businesses some extra dollars and in all was kind of fun to attend. But not raising enough money for charity, as was the intent and claiming a $200,000 plus shortfall over two years seems to make it clear not to

try this scheme again.

No suggested “improvements” will change that. Blaming the City (see taxpayers), for not being willing to fork over more money and shifting blame on the RCMP is pretty desperate and almost silly.

Remember the grandiose schemes immediately south of the City including Mountainfest?

Remember the Alamo?

Glen Arendt Merritt, B.C.

least Kevin Kruiger, the Kamloops Liberal MLA, and the Kamloops Daily News. He pointed out that this is a provincial malady and until there is a provincial outcry, MLA’s like Harry Lali aren’t going to do much to safeguard our rights and privileges.

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Shelly-Anne Montreuil: “I think what should become of the space should be left up to the people living on the street.”

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Man claims he found meteorite

By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD

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A prospector who was panning for gold alongside the Coldwater River last month came across something he believes is not of this world.

An unusual-loooking rock glistened from beneath about four feet of water, resting above other rocks that were covered with algae.

“I think that if this rock were here for a while, it would have also been covered with algae,” Arnold Dyson, a former miner and prospector, said of his July 8 discovery.

He said with “99 per cent certainty” that this rock is a meteorite.

“Just look at the way the surface looks melted,” he said. “You can also see where the impact was made.

“I’ve seen a lot of rocks in my day, but this is unusual.”

Dyson used to mine for gold in Barkerville, B.C., in Yellowknife, and in the Arctic Circle.

Now, he frequently pans the same area around the Coldwater River and hadn’t noticed the rock in the last month or so.

“I would have noticed it if it was there before,” he said.

After grabbing the rock, Dyson cut it with a diamond saw to open up the wavy lines of various minerals inside.

“It stalled the diamond saw three times,” he said. “When we finally opened it up, we could see

the way the lines move, like they were melted and then forced up with impact. I think this was just a big blob-like substance when it hit the ground.”

He said if the rock hadn’t hit the water, it would have melted into itself. Instead, the water allowed it to cool enough so that it was able to reform into a solid.

When handled, the rock is heavier than it appears. Dyson estimates it is about three to five times as heavy as an average rock its size.

“We weighed it at about 6.5 pounds,” he said, noting he’s never found a meteorite. “It’s like nothing I’ve seen before.”

After the discovery, Dyson contacted the University of British Columbia to speak to a geologist who purchases meteorites for study, but he won’t be available for several weeks, he was told.

Darryl Pitt, Curator of the Macovich Collection of Meteorites in New York, said only about one per cent of rocks claimed to be meteorites are actually from outer space.

He said it is common for people to come to him, claiming to have a meteorite, but some evidence is needed before the rock can be classified as unworldly.

“There is a fusion crust from having burned through the atmosphere,” he said. “Other aerodynamic ablation features from having burned through the atmosphere; flecks of nickel iron

in the matrix of stone meteorites; testing for the presence of nickel in iron meteorites; testing for a Widmanstatten pattern — the telltale crystalline pattern of nickel-iron allows this as diagnostic in the identification of an iron meteorite.”

The Meteorite Testing Institution said that even fewer claimed meteorites prove true. In fact, only one of every 1,000 rocks suspected of being a meteorite passes the test.

Dyson is hopeful his rock will be studied at UBC to determine its true origin.

The rock that he found follows some of the traits of typical meteorites, according to a list of specifications laid out by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. For example, the surface is smooth, giving it the appearance that it has melted as it entered the Earth’s atmosphere.

The patterns in the rock also indicate it could have been completely melted by the atmosphere.

However, many meteorites have metal specks in them and are magnetized due to a high iron concentration, though this one is not.

Most meteorites are valued at about $800 per gram, making Dyson’s find — if it is a meteorite — worth about $2.3 million.

Dyson said he found the rock nearly a kilometre southwest of Merritt in the Coldwater River.

Prospector Arnold Dyson found what he believes to be a meteorite in the Coldwater River. He is a retired gold miner who continues to pan for gold. Phillip Woolgar/Herald

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2012-13 REGISTRATION ELEMENTARY STUDENT REGISTRATION For “NEW” Elementary school students, please register your child at the neighbourhood school in your location from Monday to Friday, August 27 to August 31, 2012. Schools will be open from 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

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Collettville Elementary School - 250-378-2230 Diamond Vale Elementary - 250-378-2514 Merritt Bench Elementary - 250-378-2528 Nicola-Canford Elementary - 250-378-2172 Merritt Central Elementary - 250-378-9931 KINDERGARTEN: To register, a child must be 5 years of age, on or before December 31, 2012 and a birth certiÀcate, immunization record, and Care Card should be presented.

Kindergarten starting dates will be arranged through the school.

FRENCH IMMERSION: All students in this program attend Collettville Elementary School (grades K-7), and Merritt Secondary School (grades 8-12).

GRADE 8 - 12 MERRITT SECONDARY SCHOOL 250-378-5131 Counsellors will be available and students are encouraged to call ahead to schedule an appointment.

Please Note: On the Àrst day of school (Sept. 4th) Merritt Secondary School Grade 8 and 9 students are at school the full day.

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BUS STUDENTS: Please check the School Bus Schedule and with your school for bussing information. Bus schedule to be published in the August 23 & August 28 Merritt Herald

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DISTANCE EDUCATION:

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BUSINESS

Renovating your cottage for retirement

DAVID L. BROWN Managing YOUR MONEY Your cottage has always been an important part of your lifestyle – and now that retirement is just around the corner, you’re thinking of making cottage life your year-round life. But a cottage built and outfitted for part-time occupancy isn’t always the ideal abode for full-time living, especially through your senior years.

So you’re also probably thinking renovation.

And if that’s the case, you’ve got some more thinking – and planning – to do. Here are a few tips to get you started on a cottage retirement reno plan that works for you.

Construct an enduring design for living This is going to be your retirement home, so plan for the long-term.

Select durable, low- or no-maintenance materials. Consider such age-friendly modifications as access ramps, wider doors, lower counters and easy-touse bathroom facilities.

An architect and/or reputable contractor can help you make the right choices.

Set a budget and stick to it. Changes during construction are very costly.

Explore your financing options You may choose to do the renos yourself or hire a professional – either way, you’ll have to pay for them.

Your financing options include: Using your credit card for a small reno – but keep in mind, credit card interest usually exceeds 18 per cent.

You should plan to pay the balance to zero when

the statement arrives, thereby saving the interest costs.

Taking out a personal loan at an interest rate and payback schedule you work out with the lender.

Obtaining a personal line of credit or a secured line of credit based on your equity in the property, which typically charge interest only on the funds you use each month and allows you to borrow funds as needed.

Arranging a construction loan. Often necessary for larger projects, the loan is based on an appraiser’s evaluation of the finished residence, with money usually released at specific points during construction.

Refinancing your mortgage which can allow you to borrow up to 80 per cent of your cottage’s appraised value.

Using your investments or retirement funds. Proceed with

caution: you may be shortchanging your retirement lifestyle. You could lose money by cashing out investments in a down market or by spending investments that can’t be replaced at the same interest level. And borrowing from your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) may not only trigger an immediate tax hit, you’ll also lose years of potential growth.

This column, written and published by Investors Group Financial Services Inc. (in Québec – a Financial Services Firm), presents general information only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any investments. Contact a financial advisor for specific advice about your circumstances. For more information on this topic please contact your Investors Group Consultant.

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Friends & Neighbours

Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner Hong Chung, adds a needle during an acupunture session at Nicola Valley Acupuncture on Granite Avenue. Phillip Woolgar/Herald

Hong hangs hat in Merritt

By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD

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New Merritt resident Hong Chung has opened up the town’s only acupuncture clinic.

The traditional Chinese medicine practitioner was raised in a town similar to Merritt, he said, but his town was in South Korea.

“It’s very similar because of its size and the rolling hills,” he said.

“It’s really nice to be here because I can grow herbs and raise ducks and deer. These are things that I wouldn’t be able to do if I was in the big city.”

Raising herbs is like a medicine to him, he explained.

He moved from South Korea to Burnaby before arriving in Merritt with his wife and nine-year-old daughter about one month ago.

In Burnaby, he attended PCU College of Alternative Medicine before graduating and learning that Merritt could be a prime location to set up a business.

“Somebody told me that Merritt has the possibility to grow,” he said. “One day it hit my mind and so I searched the Internet and then decided I wanted to come

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here.”

Since arriving, he has noticed a few changes in lifestyle.

“It’s such a peaceful life,” he said. “The air is much cleaner.

I always see the twilight and the rising sun, which really makes me happy.”

He is also pleased with meeting new people every day.

“In the big city, it’s too anonymous,” he explained.

While he was in South Korea, Chung practiced hand acupuncture for five years.

Chung is also slated to begin writing a health column for the Merritt Herald approximately twice every month.

Acupuncture involves extremely thin, sharp needles that the practitioner inserts into the body at specific points.

This is believed to changed the body’s energy flow, leading to healing patterns.

The World Health Organization suggests acupuncture to treat more than forty medical problems.

Chung can be contacted at 250-378-5456, or at hong3844@ gmail.com.

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Outdoors columnist finds new home with Herald OTHMAR VOHRINGER The OUTDOORSMAN When the Merritt News announced that it would cease publication I, like many other Merrittonians, was taken aback about the sudden decision.

It also meant that my very popular outdoor column would come to a close. This past week I have received many emails and phone calls from readers with “we will miss your column” messages. In addition,

people in town have approached me to express how much they liked the column and hoped that it will continue in some form of media.

There was never a doubt in my mind that I would continue to write a column specific to the Nicola Valley. I just wasn’t sure where to find a new home for it. I could have incorporated it into my existing blog “Outdoors with Othmar Vohringer” or create a new blog.

However, while blogs are a wonderful medium to provide and gather information, not all people (especially the older generation) like to read on the Internet. Despite the convenience of modern technology, there is

nothing quite like picking up a newspaper and thumbing through the pages.

With all that in mind I contacted the editor of the Merritt Herald with a proposal to continue my outdoor column in their paper. Jade Swartzberg wrote back “I would be happy to have you continue writing your column for the Merritt Herald.” So here I am: the “Othmar Vohringer Outdoors” column has a new home. I would like to thank the Merritt Herald for providing me the opportunity to write about hunting and fishing in the Nicola Valley.

I also would like to thank the many readers of my column for their loyalty and encouragement to continue.

As I mentioned in my proposal to this newspaper, Merritt and the Nicola Valley are a popular hub for the hunting and fishing community from British Columbia to the U.S.A. If you live here for long enough you take it for granted that we have some of the best fishing and hunting this province has to offer right here at our doorstep.

It’s not until you see the hundreds of campers with boat and ATV trailers parked at gas stations and grocery stores in and around Merritt throughout the spring and fall that you realize how popular our area is with outdoor sportsmen from far and wide.

It has always been my opinion that the

Nicola Valley, with its rich hunting and fishing tradition, needs a representation in the local media and I am glad that I had the opportunity to provide this voice for the last

two years in the other newspaper. Here is a new beginning of sorts and not a day too soon with the new hunting season approaching fast.

There will be many stories to tell, experiences

to exchange and news to write about. If you have a story, experience or a concern you would like others to know about contact me. This column is for hunters by hunters … and anglers too.

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By Herman Keller

Greetings G reetings ti re readers! ade d rs!! Wh Whe When n tth the he Bab Babylonians b took the boy, Daniel, they also took some of the vessels out of the beautiful temple that were used for their worship. These were put into the king’s house in Babylon where he kept his altars and gods of stone.

When the executioners came to take Daniel, Daniel asked, “What is this all about?” For he knew nothing of what had happened in the king’s house.

Someone told Daniel the story. Daniel demanded to be brought in to see the king.

There he asked the king for time and he would tell the king his dream along with the meaning. Daniel did not say he would try but that he would do it.

The king had nothing to lose and he remembered how smart these fellows were so he gave them the time Daniel requested. Daniel and his friends prayed and God gave Daniel the dream and its meaning.

Here is Daniel, about 17 years, slim, clean-shaven, good looking and standing in a room full of the top men of the state. The king says to Daniel, “Can you give me the dream?”

Daniel says, “I can’t.” Then pointing up he says, “But there is a God in Heaven who will give the you the answer.” Daniel says nothing about the gods in the king’s god-house for they are just junk.

Daniel told the king about his dream. He told the king that he saw an image and the king probably said, “Yes, yes that’s what I saw!” Daniel continued and said that the image’s head was of gold, the arms and breast of silver, the belly and thighs of brass, legs of iron and the feet were part iron and part clay. What a strange combination.

The head of gold represented Babylon and the other metal pieces the empire that would follow and last in the image were the legs of iron, “split” into two separate kingdoms, which would never unite again. These kingdoms were Persia, Greece and Rome that would never become one kingdom again. Daniel said people would try but the Word said that they would not unite. Then, the king saw a stone come down and crush the image, which represented the second coming of Jesus.

Everything has happened according to the prophecy. We can trust God’s word.

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Trendy flip flops harmful to feet

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Casual footwear causes some degree of concern among doctors

DR. COLIN GAGE Spinal COLUMN As the weather continues to remain hot, you may have noticed that many people are wearing flip-flops.

In fact, it is not uncommon to see anyone from a child to an adult wearing them leisurely or even at work.

However, this fashion statement is causing problems.

The Province newspaper even printed an article on this where they are quoting healthcare practitioners as saying “flip-flops have gone

from the boardwalk to the sidewalk” and that “doctors are flipping out over flip-flops.”

The paper also reported that “there has been a “15 rise in flip-flop related injuries.”

I don’t know how accurate this statistic is since I doubt that anyone actually keeps track of how often someone experiences a flip-flop injury.

However, I do agree that wearing flip-flops regularly and for long periods of time can cause problems.

As a chiropractor, I agree with other physiotherapists and podiatrists that this is becoming a definite problem.

Most of the flipflops that can be purchased today have only one strap across the top of the foot. These

shoes have no real support for the bottom or sides of the foot.

With no support on the sides, the foot can easily slide off the edge of the sandal making an ankle sprain much more likely.

This is particularly true if the flip-flop has a thick or high sole.

With no support on the bottom of the foot, the arches of the feet can become stressed.

This is even more so if the person has “fallen arches” to begin with.

Furthermore, unsupported arches of the feet can negatively alter how the foot, ankle, and knee function.

This inevitably leads to plantar fasciitis, knee pain, and possibly even lower back pain.

If you must wear

these trendy flip-flops, don’t wear them for too long at one time.

Definitely do not walk for long distances while wearing them.

Another problem with wearing flip-flops is that there is that the single strap passes between the first and second toes before attaching to the sole.

The foot is not designed to have a strap jammed between the toes while walking or standing.

This constant pressure may irritate the small nerves that travel along each side of each toe.

This may cause numbness of the toes directly next to where the strap inserts.

The easiest way to solve the increasing frequency of flip-flop injuries is to not wear them at all.

However, try that one on your teenage daughter who thinks they are the most fashionable and comfortable summer footwear possible.

To compromise, try to not wear them for too long at one time and definitely not when walking long distances.

If you think you are experiencing some of these symptoms or have already sprained your ankle and you would like it examined, feel free to contact my office.

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Why a needle to cure my headache?

DR. HONG CHUNG Merritt ACUPUNCTURE A single woman in her 40s, suffering from severe headaches for more than 10 years, came to see me a few years ago. She complained of stabbing pains in the left side of her head, and an irregular, pinching pain behind left eyeball.

She had gone to many clinics, and tried many types of medicine which had alleviated the pain temporarily, but it soon returned.

Once she even

wondered if she had a brain tumor, but exam results proved normal.

Her pain increased under more stress, leaving her unable to sleep at all during severe attacks. In both wrists, her pulse was very weak and wiry.

I noticed that her tongue was pale, with red on the tip and big blue vessels underneath.

In that first moment when I put the very first needle into her foot, she screamed loudly and got a light muscle spasm in her leg. She grumbled, “The pain is in my head, so why are you putting the needle in the bottom of my foot?” But within no time, she was able to relax and get comfortable.

In oriental medicine, there can be

many reasons for headaches: external factors like wind, cold, dampness, or heat; a metabolism disorder of the qi, blood, and/ or water inside the body; or abnormal function of internal organs, such as liver hyperactivity, or a kidney deficiency.

Each case has its own symptoms, pattern, and treatment.

In practice, there are many possible combinations of factors.

In the case described above, stress accumu-

lated over a long time led to qi stagnation, then blood stasis, then a qi deficiency, finally resulting in severe headaches.

In these cases, we typically focus on the liver meridian which begins in the back of the foot. This is why I placed the needle first in her foot instead of her head! The good news? In less than one month of treatment she was healed.

Hong(Registered Acupuncturist &TCM herbalist)

Beginner to Advanced

Black’s Pharmacy 2037 Quilchena Ave.

Delivery for Seniors & Disabled

250-378-2155

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Carolyn Palaga, MSc, Aud (C)

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Call Monday - Friday

315-9688 2076A Granite Avenue, Merritt (Located at Nicola Valley Chiropractic)

Authorized by: WCB First Canadian Health Veterans Affairs Registered under the Hearing Aid Act (B.C.)

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NICOLA VALLEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MERRITT CAMPUS 250.378.3300 VANCOUVER CAMPUS 604.602.9555 THE HOME OF ABORIGINAL TOLL FREE 1.877.682.3300 POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION IN BC WWW.NVIT.CA

REAL ESTATE REVIEW M E R R I T T

Helping you is what we do.™ Independently owned and operated

Phone: 250-378-6181

1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184 www.royallepage.ca/merritt www.realtor.ca www.merrittrealestateservices.com

FEATURE HOMES NEW PRICE

Wonderful charmer & a nice heritage feel. Beautiful iful landscaping & ga garden arden areas with a good sized deck overlooking the back k lawn. Many upgrades including vinyl windows & siding with 3/4 inch rigid insulation. ation. New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system, greenhouse & workshop with sub panel. Interior has new finish throughout including kitchen cabinets, flooring, bathroom oom & more. Cellar not included in measurements provides loads of extra storage e space. Move in ready home for you & yours.

$206,500.

M3761

4 bdrm, 2 bath home just steps from downtown - bright & open with recent upgrades. On a full basement - partially finished. Large lot, fully fenced yards both front & back, quiet street. Comes with a single car garage plus a detached 17x30 shop. Large country kitchen with French doors open onto 12x21 deck. Features include solid oak hardwood floor in living room, formal dining room & wood burning insert in fireplace. Windows replaced with low e double glazed in 2005. 2 stage high efficiency furnace in 2008. Basement boasts 2 huge bedrooms plus a games room finished in cedar. Price includes 5 appliances.

$268,900.

M3639

NEW LISTING

• • • •

Long term tenant for the investor 2 bdrms & bath on main Full unfinished basement w/ laundry Front driveway + lane access/tons of rm for cars & toys

M 3797

$120,000

Helping you is what we do.™

Popular Sun Valley Court - 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse with no yard maintenance. This home features 2 bedroom & laundry upstairs with large open family room/rec room. This end unit also includes all appliances & is the lowest priced townhouse in the development. priced to sell!!

• Nice park w/ river across the road • 3 bdrm home w/ good sized fenced yard • Laminate flring in main areas • New tub surround & lino in bathroom

M 3796

$199,900.

M3741

$30,000

• • • •

• Bright & open describe this 2 bdrm, Cozy 3 bdrm w/ many updates 1 bath home New kitch & bath, vinyl windows Open flr plan @ kitch, lvgrm & nook • Laminate flring, skylight, lge bdrms Appliances replaced within last 5 yrs • Open kitchen, dinrm & lvgrm • Lge yd w/ mature trees

M 3793

$30,000

M 3755

$35,000

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M E R R I T T

• • • •

Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home 18x20 interlocking driveway 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed

M 3607

$44,000

• • • •

Rent to own considered Buy your own home Nice 3 bdrm, 2 bath home Appliances included

M 3270

www.royallepage.ca/merritt

• • • •

$49,900

Tom McDonagh Broker

John Issac Sales Rep

250-378-6181

250-378-1586

250-280-7253

250-315-5178

tommcdongh@royallepage.ca

johnissac@telus.net

angelatexmo@royallepage.ca

kbonneteau@telus.net

1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184

One bdrm in strata building.

Rent $550-600 Under new management Shopping & bus close by

M 3613

www.realtor.ca

• Great starter home or retirement • 2 bdrm double wide w/ sun deck and ensuite • Coldwater River is close by • Riverside Mobile Home Park

$68,000

M 3787

$70,000

• • • •

Ground level 1 bdrm condo Vinyl dbl glazed windows, in ste laundry Parking right out front Low monthly maintenance fee

M 3738

$75,900

• • • •

2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof this year

M 3486

• • • •

$76,900

Angela Texmo Sales Rep

Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located

M 3525

• • • •

$76,900

Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep

2 bdrm home on good sized lot Tile flring in hall + kitchen & bath Recent electrical upgrade Lane access w/ storage shed

M 3737

$95,000

• • • •

Cathy Property Manager

Lynda Property Manager

250-378-1996

250-378-6181

Upper level 2 bdrm condo Recent laminate & lino flring 5 appliances incl window a/c Sundeck in front, quick possession

$112,000

M 3777

• • • •

3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing

M 3720

$113,000

• • • •

Vinyl windows, vinyl siding, new h/w tank 2 level townhouse, 3 bdrms & 2 baths Fenced yard, school across the street Typical rent $750, no strata fees

M 3745

$115,000

NEW PRICE

• • • •

Move-in ready. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath Custom kitchen cabinets & fixtures Large porch off back, nice yard 100 amp service, fridge, stove included

M 3739

• • • •

$137,900

Nice 3, possible 4 bdrm, 2 bath home Double lot for large yard Large kitchen, wet bar, gas fireplace Totally fenced yard w/ lots of extra parking

M 3791

$165,000

• • • •

Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse A bathroom on each 3 levels Nice, fully fenced backyard Great 1st time homebuyers & investors

M 3652

• • • •

$138,000

Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse End unit-includes all appliances PRICED TO SELL!!

24 hour notice required

M 3741

$199,900

• • • •

2 bedroom Rancher on a quiet street Electrical upgrade last 5 yrs New vinyl windows & siding New flring, new kitch cabinets, reno’ed bathrm

M 3718

• • • •

$139,000

Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout

M 3761

$206,500

• • • •

Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access

M 3792

• • • •

$147,500

Good size family home on large lot 2 bdrm ste at ground level & 3 up Dbl carport & tons of space Walking distance to schools & corner store

M 3713

$215,000

• • • •

3 bedroom rancher Vinyl windows & siding 9 year old furnace Fenced front & back

M 3708

• • • •

• • • •

$149,900

Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse Heat pump, a/c, high efficient appliances Gas fireplace & many extras Low maintenance property

M 3729

$217,000

Corner lot ½ duplex in quiet area Fenced yard, carport & loads of parking Upgrades include: kitchen counter tops, Laminate flring, paint, ext doors & light fixtures

M 3763

• • • •

$155,000

Family friendly neighborhood!!

5 bdrm, 2 bath home is close to schools Huge b/yard is fenced w/ garden area Newer vinyl windows & furnace upgrade

M 3786

$225,000

• • • •

3 bedroom 1/2 duplex Family oriented neighbourhood New paint, flooring, countertops Large, open backyard

M 3736

• • • •

$159,000

Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!

M 3689

$235,000

• • • •

Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home

M 3751

• • • •

$157,500

Wide open space is your backyard view 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home Large .23 acre lot Lots of room for toys & RV’s

M 3764

$248,000

• • • •

2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!

$164,500

M 3795

• • • •

Nice family home on a good street 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm Kitchen has newer cabinets Possible in-law suite

$255,000

M 3716

• • • •

Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated

M 3744

• • • •

$165,000

4 bedroom, 2 level home New 2-stage HE furnace in 2008 Quiet street, fully fenced yards Single car garage & Detached shop

M 3639

$268,900

• • • •

Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back

M 3365

• • • •

$165,000

Well kept home on cul-de-sac street Varnished oak staircase at entry Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn

M 3735

$276,000

NEW PRICE

• Unique & tasteful 4 bdrm, 2 bath family home • H/water on demand & central a/c • Hardwood flrs & bright open design • Beautifully l/scaped yd w/ private patio

M 3794

• • • •

$285,000

Do you want comfort??

Open floor plan, crown mouldings Quality appliances & light fixtures Cherry h/wood flring w/ Travertine tiles

M 3664

$369,000

• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change

M 3707

$89,000

• • • •

Very private, 4 poss 5 bdrm family home New appliances, central ai & vac 24x40 wired & heated shop Double lot & RV parking

M 3673

• • • •

$308,000

9.88 acres in Petit Creek 3 bedroom home with solarium Drilled well produces 157gpm Fenced & cross-fenced-3 bay shop

M 3578

$398,000

• • • •

Very well kept 3 + 1 bdrms on the Bench Walking distance to Bench Elementary 2100sf home, new kitch cabinets, fridge Cathedral entrance, fully finished bsmt

M 3783

• • • •

Investors, take note** 4 plex with 2 lots Large 2, 3 bdrm & 2, 2 bdrm stes Close to schools & parks

M 3769

• One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola • Cleared & level in an incredibly quiet location • Water serviced by Lower Nicola Water Works • Approved for septic & HST already paid

• • • •

M 3746

M 3495

$99,000

$309,900

$399,900

Extra lge double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads

$100,000

• • • •

Large home w/ all the space you need Total 4 bdrms, 2 bath + 2 bdrm ste 2 car garage & nice sized yard Just a short walk to schools, park & town

M 3723

$319,000

• • • •

Quiet acre a short drive out of town Open floor plan Master enste & w/I closet Full bsmt w/ recrm, 3rd bdrm & bathrm

M 3781

$330,000

• Amazing new 3 bdrm, 2 bath Rancher w/ open flr plan • Extras include: 10’ ceilings, lge kitch, crown moldings • 5 quality new appl, gas f/p in lvg rm • Backyd totally fenced, landscaped & 18.5x12 deck

• • • •

M 3762

M 3790

$334,900

• Spectacular panoramic views & beautiful sunsets • 3 bdrms (possible 4), 3 bath home w/ in-law ste • 5 acres w/ large 4 acre fenced area • 24x36 garage/shop, 60 US gpm well, great water

• Executive 5 bdrm, 4 bath family home • Amazing chef’s kitchen w/ granite countertops • Low maintenance landscaping-lane access • Inground pool & private backyard

• Need space? - Got it!!

• 6 bdrms, 5.5 baths-luxurious master bdrm • Dream kitchen, lge games rm, bar rm w/ bar • Large 3 bay garage-RV parking

M 3765

M 3701

M 3440

• • • •

$429,000

Nicola Lakeshore Estates Amazing lake view lot in Phase 2 Build your dream home Tons of recreation to choose from!!

M 3749

$175,000

439,000

• Private & tranquil describes this 26+ acre lot with amazing view • Located in the beautiful Sunshine Valley • Bring you building ideas!

M 3766

$189,000

• • • •

$459,900

.76 acre riverfront building lot The location is second to none 260+ feet of river frontage Quiet cul-de-sac, bring your building ideas!!

M 3780

$199,000

• • • •

Well laid out open plan Nicely finished kitch + dining nook Good sized m/bdrm w/ full ensuite Good location of the Bench

Totally finished 4 level split Gourmet kitch, security system Beautifully l/scaped w/ terracing, fencing U/g sprinklers, 40’ RV parking

M 3782

• • • •

$336,900

$519,000

24 acres in beautiful Sunshine Valley Treed lot, very private, easy access Many potential building sites Hydro & phone lines to property line

M 3603

$227,000

• Wonderful family home on quiet cul-desac • 4 bdrms, 2 baths + enste + 2 bdrm legal ste • New roof, h/w tank 2 yrs old • Lge 2 car garage, fenced bkyd w/ deck

M 3727

$349,000

• Relax in the pool • 3 lge bdrms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings • Lots of renos, over 14,00sqft lot U/g sprinklers • Lge sundeck w/ great views of valley & city

• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!

• Main has 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open kitch/ lvgrm • 9’ ceilings, maple cabinets/granite counter tops • Bsmt has 2 bdrm legal ste, rec/games room • HST paid!!

M 3529

M 3731

M 3732

• New residential lots in a nice part of Merritt • Located in quiet cul-de-sac & crescent setting • Fully serviced including curbs & storm drain • All prepaid by the developer

• • • •

M 3692

M 3758

$57,000

• 247’ lake front w/ winding trail to site • Great views of the valley & water below • Community water in place, power @ lot line • Easy access off hwy & quiet enjoyment

M 3728

$230,000

• • • •

$359,000

Views of the Nicola Valley Walking trails & shopping nearby All services are u/g & at lot line One of Merritt’s preferred neighborhoods

$67,000

Waterfront lot on Nicola Lake 3km to Quilchena Hotel Close to Merritt & Kamloops Private access to lake

M 3478

$349,000

• • • •

$359,500

Fully serviced R-2 lot Close to schools & downtown Bring your bldg ideas Trades considered

M 3274

$72,900

• Large open commercial space (approx 6500 sf) • Curb parking and parking lot across the street • Located in the d/t core. Sold as bldg & land • Roof HVAC, hot water & roll down security door

M 3779

$440,000

• • • •

$359,500

Good sized lot Ok for double wide City services @ prop line Mountain view in a quiet area

M 3534

$79,000

• Amazing opportunity in downtown Merritt • 12,000sqft commercial building for purchase or lease @ $6/sqft • Over 10,500sqft of retail space • Bonus lot at 2152 Nicola Avenue

M 3697

$850,000

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M E R R I T T

• • • •

Well kept 3 bedroom manufactured home 18x20 interlocking driveway 6 appliances, newer paint & flooring Garden area, 2 decks, storage shed

M 3607

$44,000

• • • •

Rent to own considered Buy your own home Nice 3 bdrm, 2 bath home Appliances included

M 3270

www.royallepage.ca/merritt

• • • •

$49,900

Tom McDonagh Broker

John Issac Sales Rep

250-378-6181

250-378-1586

250-280-7253

250-315-5178

tommcdongh@royallepage.ca

johnissac@telus.net

angelatexmo@royallepage.ca

kbonneteau@telus.net

1988 Quilchena Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 • Fax: 250-378-6184

One bdrm in strata building.

Rent $550-600 Under new management Shopping & bus close by

M 3613

www.realtor.ca

• Great starter home or retirement • 2 bdrm double wide w/ sun deck and ensuite • Coldwater River is close by • Riverside Mobile Home Park

$68,000

M 3787

$70,000

• • • •

Ground level 1 bdrm condo Vinyl dbl glazed windows, in ste laundry Parking right out front Low monthly maintenance fee

M 3738

$75,900

• • • •

2 bdrms in strata bldg Central location Laminate flring New roof this year

M 3486

• • • •

$76,900

Angela Texmo Sales Rep

Under new management 1 bdrm apartment Stratified building Centrally located

M 3525

• • • •

$76,900

Karen Bonneteau Sales Rep

2 bdrm home on good sized lot Tile flring in hall + kitchen & bath Recent electrical upgrade Lane access w/ storage shed

M 3737

$95,000

• • • •

Cathy Property Manager

Lynda Property Manager

250-378-1996

250-378-6181

Upper level 2 bdrm condo Recent laminate & lino flring 5 appliances incl window a/c Sundeck in front, quick possession

$112,000

M 3777

• • • •

3 bdrms & full bath on upper flr Lvg rm, kitch & laundry on main Laminate flring & paint in last 4 yrs Vinyl windows & recent roofing

M 3720

$113,000

• • • •

Vinyl windows, vinyl siding, new h/w tank 2 level townhouse, 3 bdrms & 2 baths Fenced yard, school across the street Typical rent $750, no strata fees

M 3745

$115,000

NEW PRICE

• • • •

Move-in ready. 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath Custom kitchen cabinets & fixtures Large porch off back, nice yard 100 amp service, fridge, stove included

M 3739

• • • •

$137,900

Nice 3, possible 4 bdrm, 2 bath home Double lot for large yard Large kitchen, wet bar, gas fireplace Totally fenced yard w/ lots of extra parking

M 3791

$165,000

• • • •

Nicely updated 3 bdrm, 3 level townhouse A bathroom on each 3 levels Nice, fully fenced backyard Great 1st time homebuyers & investors

M 3652

• • • •

$138,000

Sunvalley Court-2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse End unit-includes all appliances PRICED TO SELL!!

24 hour notice required

M 3741

$199,900

• • • •

2 bedroom Rancher on a quiet street Electrical upgrade last 5 yrs New vinyl windows & siding New flring, new kitch cabinets, reno’ed bathrm

M 3718

• • • •

$139,000

Beautifully landscaped & good sized deck Upgrade vinyl windows & siding New roof, 200 amp service, alarm system Interior has new finish throughout

M 3761

$206,500

• • • •

Unique layout that awaits your touch 2 lots, 2 titles Detached double garage Central location provides easy access

M 3792

• • • •

$147,500

Good size family home on large lot 2 bdrm ste at ground level & 3 up Dbl carport & tons of space Walking distance to schools & corner store

M 3713

$215,000

• • • •

3 bedroom rancher Vinyl windows & siding 9 year old furnace Fenced front & back

M 3708

• • • •

• • • •

$149,900

Quality 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath townhouse Heat pump, a/c, high efficient appliances Gas fireplace & many extras Low maintenance property

M 3729

$217,000

Corner lot ½ duplex in quiet area Fenced yard, carport & loads of parking Upgrades include: kitchen counter tops, Laminate flring, paint, ext doors & light fixtures

M 3763

• • • •

$155,000

Family friendly neighborhood!!

5 bdrm, 2 bath home is close to schools Huge b/yard is fenced w/ garden area Newer vinyl windows & furnace upgrade

M 3786

$225,000

• • • •

3 bedroom 1/2 duplex Family oriented neighbourhood New paint, flooring, countertops Large, open backyard

M 3736

• • • •

$159,000

Bench location 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home Close to schools & parks Priced to sell!!

M 3689

$235,000

• • • •

Close to schools, parks & downtown Fully fenced & landscaped Basement is unfinished Great starter home

M 3751

• • • •

$157,500

Wide open space is your backyard view 3 bdrm, 1 bath family home Large .23 acre lot Lots of room for toys & RV’s

M 3764

$248,000

• • • •

2 bdrm garden ste in McCallum Gardens 6 appliances, elec. fireplace Skylight & vaulted ceiling Enclosed patio, gazebo & more!

$164,500

M 3795

• • • •

Nice family home on a good street 3 bdrms up, good size lvgrm & dinrm Kitchen has newer cabinets Possible in-law suite

$255,000

M 3716

• • • •

Main house + bachelor house on 1 lot 22x22 garage on 2nd lot Main house has 100 amp upgrade Garage is wired & heated

M 3744

• • • •

$165,000

4 bedroom, 2 level home New 2-stage HE furnace in 2008 Quiet street, fully fenced yards Single car garage & Detached shop

M 3639

$268,900

• • • •

Covered parking Galley kitch w/ appl & skylite Patio doors from 2nd bdrm or den Nicola River in the back

M 3365

• • • •

$165,000

Well kept home on cul-de-sac street Varnished oak staircase at entry Kitchen has hand crafted birch cabinets Wonderful garden spaces, sun deck & large front lawn

M 3735

$276,000

NEW PRICE

• Unique & tasteful 4 bdrm, 2 bath family home • H/water on demand & central a/c • Hardwood flrs & bright open design • Beautifully l/scaped yd w/ private patio

M 3794

• • • •

$285,000

Do you want comfort??

Open floor plan, crown mouldings Quality appliances & light fixtures Cherry h/wood flring w/ Travertine tiles

M 3664

$369,000

• Beautiful river view lot close to downtown • Nice, quiet neighborhood • The uncompromised view never to change

M 3707

$89,000

• • • •

Very private, 4 poss 5 bdrm family home New appliances, central ai & vac 24x40 wired & heated shop Double lot & RV parking

M 3673

• • • •

$308,000

9.88 acres in Petit Creek 3 bedroom home with solarium Drilled well produces 157gpm Fenced & cross-fenced-3 bay shop

M 3578

$398,000

• • • •

Very well kept 3 + 1 bdrms on the Bench Walking distance to Bench Elementary 2100sf home, new kitch cabinets, fridge Cathedral entrance, fully finished bsmt

M 3783

• • • •

Investors, take note** 4 plex with 2 lots Large 2, 3 bdrm & 2, 2 bdrm stes Close to schools & parks

M 3769

• One of a kind lot in Lower Nicola • Cleared & level in an incredibly quiet location • Water serviced by Lower Nicola Water Works • Approved for septic & HST already paid

• • • •

M 3746

M 3495

$99,000

$309,900

$399,900

Extra lge double lot 2 city water & sewage hookups Private setting, flat site Easy access w/ paved roads

$100,000

• • • •

Large home w/ all the space you need Total 4 bdrms, 2 bath + 2 bdrm ste 2 car garage & nice sized yard Just a short walk to schools, park & town

M 3723

$319,000

• • • •

Quiet acre a short drive out of town Open floor plan Master enste & w/I closet Full bsmt w/ recrm, 3rd bdrm & bathrm

M 3781

$330,000

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NICOLA VALLEY NEWS

Merritt dogs shine at national competition

By Phillip Woolgar THE HERALD

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Five Merritt dogs and their handlers visited Nanaimo on the B.C. Day long weekend to compete in the Canadian National Agility Championships.

The teams — who are from the Iron Mountain K-9 Agility Center — qualified for the national competition by finishing on top at the BC/ Yukon Provincial Championship in June, which was also held in Nanaimo. “At the nationals, you’re competing against dogs who have won gold medals at the world championships,� said Maureen Sanderson, owner of Iron Mountain and trainer of all the dogs. “It really is a big deal to go to nationals and to compete against those kinds of dogs,

and to be on the podium is huge.�

She finished fourth, along with her eightyear-old standard poodle, Kalli, in the 16-inch veteran division.

The pooch completed five fast and faultless runs. “She was unbeatable all weekend,�

Sanderson said. “Had I not mishandled her in her jumpers class, she would have been in first place overall.�

Over 500 teams participated in the nationals from throughout North America. “You have to have a good dog and good handling skills to qualify,� she said.

In order to qualify for the nationals, each team has to accumulate a minimum of 350 points.

Each team ran six obstacle courses dur-

ing the three-day competition.

Dogs were given a set score at the beginning of the contest, and then points were deducted for all faults the team committed as they ran their course five times.

If the course isn’t finished on time, the team also incurs a penalty. “We were lucky she had such a huge lead on all the other dogs going into that class, as it only takes one small mistake to take you completely out of the running in this sport,� Sanderson added. “I am very proud of Kalli and thrilled with our result. I am so proud of all of my students and their dogs.�

This was her fellow Merritt competitors’ first national competition because nationals hadn’t been held in

B.C. for several years.

Val Davenport’s five-year-old dog, Seamus, is an Australian shepherd rescue dog that found its new home when he was one year old. “This is a tough competition,�

Davenport said. “You have to be near to perfect and it was quite hot out for the dogs.�

The team finished 52nd of 90 in the 22-inch regular class. “He’s been doing agility for the last three years and he’s already achieved a lot,� she said.

The winners receive a trophy and items such as dog leashes.

The other Merritt teams consisted of Marlene Allgrove with Austin, a Jack Russell terrier, Denise Williams brought Pipp, a poodle cross, and along with Kalli, Sanderson brought Jazz.

Maureen Sanderson and her standard poodle, Kalli, placed fourth in the 16-inch veteran division in Nanaimo on the B.C. Day long weekend. Four other local dogs joined them. Submitted

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Astroids burn as money is raised BRENNAN LESSICK BRENNAN’S BANTER While asteroids were burning up in the atmosphere, Logan Lake Search and Rescue had a lovely fundraiser with live entertainment and a barbeque.

It was unfortunate that I was unable to attend the SAR fundraiser on Aug. 11 in the amphitheatre, but I hear it was a smashing success. Everyone

I spoke to said that they had a good time listening to the live music and enjoying the refreshments.

LL SAR is planning on leaving the hospitality of the Fire Hall for their own building, and events such as this takes them one step closer.

The Logan Lake Search and Rescue is planning on hosting a sod turning for their new building before the month concludes — I’ll be sure to attend that.

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And, Logan Lakers were joined by many tourists who just happened to be downtown and took an active role in the fundraiser. SAR members did a great job “dishing up” hot dogs, smokies and pop by donation and the response was even better than anticipated which caused several return trips to Highland Valley Foods for more supplies.

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By Ian Webster THE HERALD

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“He’s a sparkplug.

He never stops moving.”

Those were the words of one enthralled fan after witnessing for the first time the outrageous antics of rodeo clown Jayson Charters from Merritt.

Indeed, Charters’ performances are something to behold. All energy, excitement and eccentricity rolled into one. A chaotic blend of athleticism and hilarity that has audiences young and old splitting their sides laughing and begging for more.

Nicola Valley rodeo fans will get a chance to see Charters ‘do his thing’ firsthand this coming Labour Day weekend, when he performs at the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association’s scheduled event at the Collettville rodeo grounds on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 1 - 2.

It’s hard to believe that at the age of 42, Charters is a relative rookie at being a rodeo clown. With less than two years under his belt, he performs his routines like a seasoned veteran, and displays the timing and savvy of one who has spent a lifetime at his craft. Charters himself knows that he has at last found his true calling.

“It’s my destiny,” he says. “It’s where I was always meant to be.

Everything in my life has brought me to this point.”

Charters was born and raised in Merritt and is a proud member of the OkanaganThompson Nation.

From birth, the hyperenergetic youngster hit the ground running, involving himself in every sport imaginable and embracing life to its fullest.

It didn’t take long for Charters to latch onto rodeo. His dad had been a competitor, and it was very much a part

of the way of life of the Nicola Valley where he grew up.

By the age of 8, Charters was already steer riding, and at 14, he became one of the youngest bareback riders on the British Columbia rodeo circuit.

Three times, Charters competed at the National High School Finals Rodeo. In 1989, he qualified for not only the NHSFR in Pueblo, Colorado but the Indian National Finals in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

For thirteen years, Charters competed on the senior rodeo circuits in British Columbia (BCRA, WIERA) until an injury brought about his retirement in 2003.

For the next few years, he focused mainly on his career as a logging truck driver, and on helping his wife, Yvonne, raise their two daughters, Sydney and Courtney.

Charters’ return to the rodeo scene, and specifically to clowning, came about almost by accident.

“In the spring of 2010, I offered to help a friend of mine ‘crack gates’ at a rodeo in Deadman’s Creek, B.C. Almost as an afterthought, I said jokingly, ‘If you can get a barrel, I’ll get into it’.”

One thing led to another that fateful weekend, and pretty soon Charters was busy constructing a fullfledged set of clown routines, complete with props and crazy costumes.

“My very first clown performance was with an old, gutted washing machine that I nicknamed a ‘Jay-tag 2000’.

It was a hit.”

The phone has been ringing off the hook ever since. In 2011, Charters did numerous rodeos throughout B.C. and Alberta, and this summer has done seven in his home province alone. His many miles on the road have been

Merritt’s rising-star rodeo clown, Jayson Charters, will be bringing his highly-entertaining show to the Nicola Valley pro rodeo on the Labour Day weekend in September. Charters, who has been associated with rodeos for a lifetime, has performed throughout British Columbia and Alberta. Merritt will be his first Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) event. Photo submitted

eventful to say the least.

“I went through three vehicles last summer,” Charters says with a chuckle. “I blew the engine in my wife’s car, and the transmission in my step-daughter’s vehicle. I finally got a truck of my own and wound up hitting a deer at 110km/hr near Mayrethorpe, Alberta. I barely made it home.”

As a barrel man during the bull riding event at rodeos, Charters has also experienced his share of high-risk moments.

“About a month ago, in Kamloops, I got quite banged up in the barrel,” he describes. “I got launched across the arena by a bull. Jarred my back and neck pretty good.”

As the only First Nations rodeo clown in British Columbia, Jayson is very proud of that distinction, and is very much in demand.

“Clowning allows me to express myself,” Charters says, “and my

love for people. I also get to demonstrate some of my talents, such as my sense of humor, my love of dancing and my ability to be spontaneous and ‘seize the moment’.”

Most of all, Charters adores the children in his audiences, and in turn embraces their adoration and their involvement. ”I love the kids, and how they’re drawn to me. It gives me shivers up my spine. I love to touch their hearts.”

Charters takes great pride in the relationship that he creates with all of his audiences, and the preparation, effort and energy that he puts into his performances.

“I love to work the crowd. That’s where I shine. I’ve seen some of the great clowns in the sport of rodeo perform, like Leon Coffey and Rudy Burns. I aspire to be as good as them one day.”

All indications are that Charters is well on his way.

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A member of the Wolf Gang unleashes on the ball during ladies’ slo-pitch play at Central Park on the weekend. The host Daddy’s Girls won the two-day, eight-team tournament with a 20-17 victory over the Hummingbirds in Sunday afternoon’s championship game. Ian Webster/Herald

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Ghostkeeper wins Coyote Collision men’s invitational in a playoff It took a two-hole sudden-death playoff to decide the low gross winner of this year’s Coyote Collision Men’s Invitational golf tournament at the Merritt Golf & Country Club on the weekend.

Tied at 146 after two rounds of tough competition, Merritt’s Brad Carr and Luke Ghostkeeper from Cache Creek went into extra innings to determine a champion.

Both golfers parred the 505-yard first

hole of the playoff on Sunday to remain deadlocked. On the second hole, however, Carr ran into a bit of trouble and wound up with a double bogey six, while Ghostkeeper managed to hole out in five to take the title.

Traffic was heavy at the top of the results board as three golfers tied at 147 for second low gross: former Merritt resident Cory Torbohm and brothers Jack and Adrian Reynoldson.

First place in the low net category went to Gord Rodd of Cache Creek with a score of 134, followed closely by tournament sponsor Dennis Couture at 136 and both Jim Irving and Rob Henderson with 137.

A total of 108 players took part in this year’s Men’s Invitational, with the majority coming from the Kelowna, Kamloops and Ashcroft regions as well as the Lower Mainland.

Hugh Weir Dennis Couture (left) of Coyote Collision presents the championship trophy to men’s invitational winner Luke Ghostkeeper from Cache Creek at the Merritt Golf & Country Club on Sunday.

Vanessa van Rensberg/V22 Photography

2012 COYOTE COLLISION MEN’S INVITATIONAL Merritt Golf & Country Club, August 11-12 Results Overall Low Gross Luke Ghostkeeper 146 Overall Low Net Gord Rodd 134 Flight #1 (0-7 Hcp) 1st. Low Gross 1st. Low Net

Brad Carr 146 Jim Irving 137

Flight #2 (8-12 Hcp) 1st. Low Gross 1st. Low Net

Aaron Reynoldson 152 Dennis Couture 136

Flight #3 (13-17 Hcp) 1st. Low Gross 1st. Low Net

Gerry McKinnon 165 Rob Henderson 137

Flight #4 (18+ Hcp) Merritt’s Tom Scott uses a little bit of body English and hocus pocus to try and steer his tee shot closer to the fairway on the 6th-hole Saturday during the Coyote Collision Men’s Invitational golf tournament. Ian Webster/Herald

1st. Low Gross 1st. Low Net

Brian Sarnecki 180 Bob Turmel 140

Merritt lacrosse player headed to Minto Cup Twenty-one year old Hugh Weir, from Merritt, and the rest of his Coquitlam Adanacs lacrosse team will once again be representing the province of British Columbia at the Minto Cup, emblematic of Jr. A lacrosse supremacy in Canada.

The Adanacs earned the right to attend this year’s national Junior A championships following a 4-1 victory over the Delta Islanders in their best-of-seven BCJALL final series that wrapped up Thursday, August 9th.

The Adanacs will join teams from

Orangeville, Calgary and Whitby at the 2012 Minto Cup, which will be played in Whitby, Ontario from August 17-26th.

The Adanacs, who were 2010 Minto Cup champions, will be looking to avenge their loss to the Warriors in the finals of the 2011 Cup held in Calgary, Alberta.

This is Weir’s second and final year with the Jr. Adanacs in box lacrosse. He is also attending Canisius College in Buffalo, New York on an athletic scholarship. He plays field lacrosse for the Golden Griffins.

Locally-raised horses win big at Hastings Park It was a trifecta of successful racing by Nicola Valley thoroughbreds at Hastings Park on B.C. Day, Monday August 6.

Leading the charge was P.S. Touchdown, owned by Pat Gormley and Shirley Telford of Telford Farms, located just west of Lower Nicola in the Sunshine Valley.

The six-year-old mare, with last-minute jockey Jeff Burningham in the saddle, raced to a three-length upset victory over Orchid’s Silver in the 1 1/8mile $50,000 B.C. Cup Distaff Handicap.

“Enrique Gonzalez was supposed to ride the horse, but he was injured the day before

in a race and wound up at the hospital,” stated Gormley. “He was treated and released, but the medication he was given would never have passed the pre-race test on the Monday so we had to give Jeff the ride at the last minute.”

Gormley was thrilled by his mare’s win, her first in ten races dating back to June 11, 2011.

“She’s been a bridesmaid for so long,” he said. “Now she’s a stakes’ winner.”

Making P.S. Touchdown’s victory even more meaningful, said Gormley, was the fact that she was basically raised as an orphan.

“Her mother, Touch of Saros, developed

cancer when her foal, P.S. Touchdown, was only a few months old and she had to be put down.”

Gormley hopes to run P.S. Touchdown again at Hastings Park on September 9 and possibly again in October.

Meanwhile, two other race horses with roots in the Nicola Valley shone at Hastings Park on B.C. Day. Taylors Deal, a three-year-old colt that was born and raised at Joel and Karen Mena’s Can-A-Mex Farms 20 km west of Merritt, was also a winner, taking first place in the Stellar’s Jay Handicap.

Jockey Fernando

Perez guided Taylors Deal to a 5 ¼-length win over Wilo Kat in the 1 1/16-mile race on dirt.

“This is a very nice horse,” Perez told reporters after the race.

“When I asked him to run, he ran fast.”

With the victory, Taylors Deal stamped himself as the early local favorite for the $200,000 British Columbia Derby, scheduled for September 9 at Hastings Park.

“I don’t mind admitting it’s something I want,” stated Taylors Deal’s fiercely competitive owner Glen Todd of North American Thoroughbred Horse Co. Inc.. “That’s our number one mission at

Jockey Jeff Burningham guides P.S. Touchdown, a six-year-old mare owned by Pat Gormley and Shirley Telford of Merritt, to victory in the $50,000 B.C. Cup Distaff Handicap at Hastings Park on B.C. Day, August 6. Sergei Bachlakov/Xinhua

the moment.”

Earlier in the day at Hastings, another product of Can-A-Mex Farms, Taylor Said was the winner of the $75,000 Redekop BC Cup Classic carrying high weight of 128 lbs. The four-year-old

half-brother to Taylors Deal, who is also owned

by Todd, won by 6 ¼ lengths in the 1 1/8mile race with Perez on board again.

“They [Taylors Deal and Taylor Said] couldn’t be doing any better,” declared Todd.

“It’s just what we were looking for, and now we can get serious about some of the big races coming up.”

Next up for Taylor Said is the Longacre Mile at Emerald Downs in Auburn, Washington on August 19.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NICOLA VALLEY Have an event we should know about? Tell us by calling 250-378-4241 or emailing production@merrittherald.com AUDITIONS Tonight at 7:00 pm in the Culture Club the Merritt Live Theatre Society is holding auditions for The Opposite of People. We still have many roles that have not yet been filled. If you have any questions please call Anya McVean at 250-3155336.

CLASH OF THE TALENTS Come out and cheer on your favorite contestant. This is a FREE public event.

This Saturday, Aug. 18 is Round 2, Heat 2 at Rotary Park.

Performances begin at 3 pm with voting to occur after all performances are concluded.

COURTHOUSE GALLERY The current show at the Courthouse Art Gallery features artist MK Dahlquist-Gray.

The name of the show is “Faces, Graces, and Friends.”

Besides the work of MK, there are pieces from her private collection and feature a few of her local friends and supporters of the arts.

The show runs through August 25.

ANGEL’S ANIMAL RESCUE FUNDRAISING DINNER AND DANCE “Chili Dog Boogie” featuring entertainment by ‘The HooDoos’ on Saturday, Aug. 25 at the Lower Nicola Hall.

Door prizes, 50/50 draw, cash bar, custom t-shirt art and much more.

Tickets are available at Merritt Veterinary Hospital, Nicola Valley Veterinary Clinic and Purity Feeds. Must be at least 19 years old.

For more information 250-315-2495 or 250315-0167.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS Every second Wednesday, 5:30 7:30 p.m., “Merritt’s Women in Business”, an informal network for entrepreneurialminded women, meet at the Merritt Desert Inn. Sept. 12, Dalyce Brandt, (Sharp Image Consulting), “MidLife Reboot- Women Fully Living their Act III”.

RSVP by emailing: manager@merrittchamber.com or call 250-378-5634.

MERRITT LAWN BOWLING ASSOCIATION Join us on the lawn behind the Desert Inn on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 7 p.m. Call 250-3782950 for more information.

PACIFIC SPORTS XploreSportz Multi-Sport Summer Camps are a fun, noncompetitive, skill-based environment. Located at the Merritt Civic Centre from 8:30 a.m.

- 4 p.m. Call 250-3151050 for details.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR On Saturday, Sept.

15 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. the 2nd annual Health and Wellness Fair will be held on the Baillie House grounds.

It’s a free event featuring health and wellness practitioners and services showcased.

Come and see what our community has to offer. If you would like to be part of the fair contact Sharyl Johnson 250-378-5385 or Maryann Bowles 250378-0828.

BETA SIGMA PHI Beta Sigma Phi Christmas Fair

Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012. For Tables call: Diane 378-6925 or Debbie 378-5538.

provide you with a disc to get you started.

Call Dean or Trish at 250-378-6697.

BIKERS AND HIKERS The Merritt Mountain Bike Association is looking for members. Joining the MMBA gives you a voice in the local riding community and helps the association advocate on behalf of bikers and hikers alike who enjoy the great trails in our valley.

For more information on the club please visit www.merrittmountainbiking.com.

For more information please contact the club via email at merrittbiking@yahoo.ca

GARLIC FESTIVAL Pete and Becky Ratzlaff are looking for vendors who grow and produce products or fresh garlic, to participate in their garlic festival and antique tractor show at Smith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola the last weekend in September.

For more information call Becky or Pete at 250-378-4199.

MERRITT DISC GOLF ASSOCIATION Disc Golf is one of the fastest growing sports in North America! Come out and see what all the rage is about. The Association carpools to the Logan Lake course several times a month and would love to have you join them for this highly addictive and interesting sport.

If you do not have discs, do not worry as Merritt Disc Golf can

OKTOBERFEST Knights of Columbus are hosting “Oktoberfest”, Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012.

Please contact Lea Mack at 250-378-1848 for more information.

JUNIOR CHOIR Linda Baird has a junior choir at Trinity United Church for children aged 6 to 14 years who like to sing! Variety of music will be sung.

For more info. call Linda at 250-378-4528 or Sharon at 250-3151305.

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THE CHURCHES OF MERRITT WELCOME YOU Crossroads Community Church 2990 Voght St. • 250-378-2911 Service Time: Sundays 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Baptist Church 2499 Coutlee Ave. (Corner of Coutlee and Orme) • 250-378-2464 Service Time: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Merritt Lutheran Fellowship in St. Michael's Church • 250-378-9899 Service Time: 3rd Sunday each month 1:00 p.m.

Nicola Valley Evangelical Free Church 1950 Maxwell St. • 250-378-9502 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church Corner of Jackson & Blair • 250-378-2919 Mass Time: Sundays 9:00 a.m.

Seventh Day Adventist Church 2190 Granite Ave. • 250-378-4061 Service Time: Saturdays 11:00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Anglican Church 1990 Chapman St. • 250-378-3772 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Trinity United Church Corner of Quilchena & Chapman • 250-378-5735 Service Time: Sundays 10:00 a.m.

Phone 250-378-4241 with any events that you may be hosting or email: production@merrittherald.com

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Beavers Mondays - 6 - 7 p.m. -Diamond Vale Elem.

Brownies Thursdays - 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Central School - 250-378-4768 Canadian Diabetes Association Once a month, 7 - 9 p.m.

Trinity United Church Hall. Call Eva at 250-378-2897 or Gerry at 250-378-3716 Canadian Mental Health Association Merritt Clubhouse Wednesdays & Fridays: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

1721 Coldwater Ave. (Teen Centre) across from MSS. 250-378-4878 Catholic Women’s League Third Tuesday - 7 p.m. Catholic Hall Central School Pac First Tuesday - 7 p.m. Lunchroom 250-378-4892 Celebrate Recovery Meetings every Monday, 7:00 p.m. at New Life Fellowship, 1938 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-4534 CMS Pac Second Monday - 7 p.m. CMS Library Community Choir Mondays - 7 p.m. - Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary - 250-378-9899 Conayt Bingo Thursdays - 6 p.m. - Elks Hall Court House Dance Society Third Tuesday - 6:30 p.m.

1840 Nicola Ave. Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays - 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776 Cubs Mondays - 6:30-8 p.m. - Bench Elementary Drop-in Lacrosse

Thursdays 7 p.m. at C.M.S. Drop-In Soccer Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Girls & Boys 16+ welcome 250-378-2530 Drop-In Volleyball Mondays - 7 - 9 p.m. CMS. 250-378-6212 Food Bank Bingo Fridays - Elks Hall - 5:30 p.m.

Guides Mondays - 5:30 -7 p.m. 250-378-4768 Ladies’ Curling League Wednesdays, 6 - and 8 p.m.

Call 250-378- 8175 or 250-378-4917 Lions’ Bingo Mondays - 5:30 p.m. - Elks Hall Fridays - 5 p.m. - Elks Hall Living With Loss Support Group Wednesdays - 7 to 8:45 p.m.

2025 Granite Ave - 250-280-4040 Lower Nicola Band Bingo Saturdays - Elks Hall - 5 p.m.

Lower Nicola Community Hall Card Games - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7 p.m. - Starting Oct. 25 Call 250-378-9545 or 378-4732 Lower Nicola Society First Monday - 7 - 8 p.m. at the Lower Nicola Hall Masonic Lodge Members Fourth Monday - 7:30 p.m.

2065 Quilchena Ave. Merritt Duplicate Bridge Club Tuesdays 7 p.m. Seniors’ Centre 250-378-5550 or 250-378-4577 Merritt Elks Lodge Clubs Second & Fourth Wednesday - 8 p.m.

Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Merritt Lawn Bowling Sun., Tues., & Thurs. at 7 p.m.

250-378-2950 Merritt Lions Club First & Third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

Best Western - Han’s Golden Wok 250-378-9509 Merritt Moms Prenatal - Post Natal Support group.

Open Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m.

250-378-2252 Merritt Mountain Bike Association Weekly & daily rides. For more info www.merrittmountainbiking.com Merritt Navy League Cadet Corp Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall Ages 9-13 welcome 250-378-2620 Merritt Snowmobile Club Second Tuesday of the month 7 p.m. - Civic Centre 250-315-1082 Merritt Shriners’ Club #29 Fourth Wednesday - 5 p.m.

Merritt’s Women in Business Second Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851 N.V. 4-H Club Every Second Tuesday - 6:30 p.m.

Central School - 250-378-5028 N.V. Community Band Tuesdays - 7 p.m - CMS Music Room 250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894 N.V. Dirt Riders Association Last Wednesday of the month 7 p.m. at Garden Sushi Scott: 250-378-3502 www.nvdra.com N.V. Explorers Second Wednesday - NVIT # 1 - 7 p.m.

250-378-4476 or 250-378-4413 N.V. Horseshoe Club Meetings Wednesdays - 6 p.m. Smith Pioneer Park 250-378-5007 or 250-378-6980 N.V. Heritage Society

Last Wednesday - Baillie House 250-378-0349 N.V. Health Care Auxiliary First Tuesday - 7 p.m. - Hospital N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday - 2145 Quilchena Ave. 7 p.m. 250-378-5925 N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.) Third Wednesday - 7 p.m.

Phelan House - 2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904 N.V. Quilters Guild First & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-9642 N.V. Search & Rescue Second Monday - 7 p.m. At the airport 250-378-6769 N.V. Women’s Institute Second Wednesday - 1:30 p.m.

In member’s homes 250-378-2536 Narcotics Anonymous Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays: 7 - 8 p.m. - St. Michael’s Anglican Church One Way Krew Youth Group Tuesdays - 7 - 8:30 p.m. Crossroads Community Church - 250-378-2911 Patricia Rebekah Lodge #33 Second and fourth Monday - 7 p.m.

Merritt Lawn Bowling Clubhouse Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadet Corp Tuesdays - 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250-572-3775 Royal Canadian Legion Branch Fourth Thursday - Legion Hall - 7 p.m.

Royal Purple First and Third Mondays each month 1:30 p.m. - Downstairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-9788 Rotary Club of Merritt Every Thursday - Noon

Brambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535 Rotary Club of Merritt - Sunrise Every Tuesday - 7 a.m.

Brambles Bakery Scouts Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Diamond Vale Elementary Seniors’ Centre Bingo Tuesdays - 1 p.m.

Seniors’ Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays - 1 - 3 p.m.

250-378-5539 Soup Kitchen Tuesdays 11:30 - 1:15 p.m.

Anglican Church Hall Sparks Mondays - 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Central School - 250-378-4768 Teen Centre Friday Nights - 4 to 9 p.m.

250-315-0248 Toastmasters Club 3929 Tuesdays - 5 p.m. at the Merritt Library http://3929.toastmastersclubs.org 250-378-5855 Valley Visual Artists General club information contact: Bev Veale at 250-378-6001 Membership information contact: Shirley Sauviat at 250-378-9442 or Country Bugs Books, Quilchena Ave. Vintage Car Club - Merritt Chapter Second Wednesday - 7:30 p.m.

Ska-Lu-La Workshop Al (250-378-7402) Ted (250-378-4195)

For more information on these clubs and organizations, phone the contact numbers listed above.

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LIFE IS BUT A STOPPING PLACE. Life is but a stopping place, A pause in what’s to be, A resting place along the road, To sweet eternity.

We all have different journeys, Different paths along the way, We all were meant to learn some things, but never meant to stay....

Our destination is a place, Far greater than we know.

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And when the journey finally ends, We’ll claim a great reward, And find an everlasting peace, Together with the Lord. author unknown

Help Wanted

F/T & P/T EXPERIENCED SERVERS WANTED

Love and prayers everlasting, Love Ola.

This fast paced restaurant offers servers a high earning potential, Áexible hours and beneÀts for full time staff.

Lost & Found LOST - Wedding ring set lost between Rotary Park and Central Park June 23. 3788224 or 315-7149

SHOP SUPERVISOR CRESCENT VALLEY Selkirk Paving, part of the Interoute Construction Ltd. group of companies, located in the Kootenay region of British Columbia, is looking for a F/T Shop Supervisor to manage a fleet of over 300 pieces of construction equipment. Some travel will be required.

Duties / Tasks; ·Manage shop activities ·Dispatch mechanics ·Maintain maintenance records ·Manage fleet licences ·Help purchaser w/ parts orders Knowledge / Skills; ·Knowledge of asphalt, crushing, and ready mix equipment would be an asset ·Able to create repair budgets ·Familiar with safety codes / regulations ·Fluent with Microsoft Word and Excel Experience/Education; ·Post secondary education with Heavy Duty Mechanic training Competitive Compensation Package w/ a Comprehensive Benefit & Pension Plan. The Company Offers Development Opportunities Through Tailored Training Programs.

For more information visit www.terusconstruction.ca Please send your resume stating position to the Human Resources department at: hr@terusconstruction.ca or by fax at: (1)604-575-3691

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FULL TIME MORNING COOK We offer Competitive Wages & BeneÀts Apply Within: 3561 Voght St. 24 unit apartment

BUILDING MANAGER POSITION available Sept. 1st.

Must be available to receive calls from potential tenants, show suites, run errands, address tenant concerns, and respond to emergencies in the building if needed.

Pay is negotiable.

Please drop of resumes to Nicola Valley Chiropractic at 2076A Granite Ave.

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road.

Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta.

Fax resumes to: 780-725-4430

Obituaries

Tamaara Alexandra Longworth nee Baldwyn Oct. 11th 1939-Aug. 11th 2012.

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BANNISTER AUTO GROUP If you are energetic, creative, motivated and have the desire to join a “Customer First Family”, then we would invite you to come grow with us. We are one of Western Canada’s fasted growing automotive companies. We have openings in several of our locations for SALES MANAGERS, SALES PEOPLE AND QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS. Interested in joining our team?

Contact Dick Rosman at 1-888-410-5761 or Email your resume to: humanresources@bannisters.com

Cards of Thanks

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Thank you To all our family, friends, Dr Mcleod, Dr O Connell, Dr Treissman, Nurse Lori and everyone who stood by our family during the tragic moments following the loss of our beloved baby girl Saraeya Jean Reese, either through phone calls, cards, food preparation, all help with the service, compassionate thinking and just being there with your support. We are expressing our kindest thanks to them.

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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

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Tammy crossed over early on a beautiful Nicola Valley morning.

Left behind to miss her and cherish their memories of her are husband Dave, brother Einer Baldwyn, daughter Heili, step-sons Adam, Seth and Kris, beloved grand children Emily, Anna, Hanna, Rowan, Aiden, Eddie and Tristan, also treasured Uncle Geoffery and many cousins and friends around the world, the Ladies Janet, Yvonne, Adrienne and Marina, Catherine and Leslie.

Tammy loved life and fought valiantly for 40 years with Scleroderma and cancer, not being able this time to win over her 3rd bout with cancer. She had a passion for animals and the less fortunate. She adored her many dogs, cats, donkeys and horses but most of all She loved her Angus cattle which she bred and raised for 40 years, first on the Matsqui Prairie and for the last 12 years in Merritt.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Paul Simon and the ladies of Mountain Medical Clinic, Will and Shauna Clinging, Jackie Frans, Mark and the Pooley Ranch crew, Ed and Stephanie Roberson and the Steffens Rd community. To the staff and administration of Gillis house where Tammy lived for her final 2 months, our undying gratitude for their care, love and compassion.

There will be a celebration of Tammy’s remarkable life on Sunday, Sept. 9th from 1 to 4 pm at the Hitch’n’Post Restaurant, 443 Hwy 8, Lower Nicola, B.C., 250-315-1350.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the animal rescue facility of your choice, the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian Scleroderma Society “ Come on girl we’re gonna ride, up where the rimrock meets the night...into the wonder of it all” Ian Tyson.

Nooaitch Band requires a motivated and career-minded Economic Development OfÀcer responsible for the planning, management and oversight of the activities and operations of Nooaitch’s Economic Development programs and initiatives for business retention, promotion, marketing, and expansion.

Responsibilities shall include the coordination of assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies, maintaining regular contact with the public in situations that require tact and judgment, representing Nooaitch in negotiations and mediations; and providing general assistance and support to the Administrator.

Nooaitch offers competitive salary packages, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. A full Job Analysis and Description is offered on request.

Only those applicants who meet the qualiÀcations will be contacted. Deadline for applying is August 27, 2012 @ 4:30 p.m.

QualiÀed applicants should send resumes and a cover letter outlining 3 Economic Development ideas that could turn into viable projects at Nooaitch.

Attention: Larry Frank Thomas Administrator – Nooaitch Band 2954 Shackelly Road Merritt, BC V1K 1N9 Fax: 250-378-3699 Email: Larry@nooaitch.com

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PARTS & Services Representatives at Jacobson Ford Salmon Arm BC- We are looking for exciting, customer friendly, dynamic individuals capable of working in a fast paced work environment. Parts and service experience an asset but not necessary, email resume to

Fort St John, B.C. Licensed Plumber/Gasfitter/Sheetmetalman wanted for new construction and installations. Must have valid drivers license.

Send resume to pronorthheating@telus.net or (250)7855542

INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca

iwantacareer@jacobsonford.com

Professional/ Management CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR. Chwk Bridge Const Co has an immediate opening for an exp and energetic estimator. The successful candidate will be able to analyze and prepare estimates for bridges, precast products and earthworks.

This is a full time position. Wages TBD with experience. Must be selfmotivated and able to work independently. Email resume with a handwritten cover letter to info@iotaconstruction.com or fax to 604702-0620. No phone calls.

INSERTING MACHINE operator required for busy Alberta printing plant. Previous Alphaliner or other machine experience an asset. Mechanical & computer aptitude required; ejamison@greatwest.ca.

SHINGLE SAWYER needed in Gold River. Pendragon Forest Products Ltd. Apply to: Box 1100 Gold River B.C., V0P 1G0. Call 250-283-2111 or 604-369-3045. Or Email: pendragonfp@xplornet.com

Services

Trades, Technical

Health Products

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing INC. is looking for welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd year apprentices or journey person welders.

We offer best wage in industry. 3rd yr apprentice $28$30/hr, journey person $32$35/hr, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company.

Good working environment.

Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at; (office)780-8462231; (fax)780-846-2241 or send resume to blaine@autotanks.ca; p r o d u c t i o n @ a u t o t a n k s. c a .

Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform.

COMMERCIAL BEEKEEPING Certificate Program.

GPRC Fairview Campus. Extensive study of beekeeping, queen rearing, and honey business. Paid work experience.

Affordable on-campus residences. Starts January 7, 2013. Call Lin 1-780-8356630 www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

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CERTIFIED ELECTRICIANS wanted for growing northern company. Competitive wages and benefits. Safety tickets needed. Fax 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustr ial.com.

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Merchandise for Sale

Antiques / Vintage For sale - wagon wheels, cast iron bath tub, lumber jack saws, and newer Stanley Waterford wood burning cook stove and many other items.

250-292-8504, 250-499-9481c

Appliances FREEZER, stand up, Frigidaire, white, 32” X 60”, H.D. commercial freezer, runs great,$300.Call 250-523-9762.

Free Items Free: Bed Chesterfield. at 2078 Birch Ave. (250) 378-9079

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Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Misc. for Sale

CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters.

Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta.

Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; john@raidersconcrete.com.

Cell 780-660-8130.

Fax 780-444-7103.

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Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities

CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHTS needed for growing northern company. Competitive wages and benefits. Safety tickets necessary. Fax resume to 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustr ial.com.

Online: www.torqueindustrial.com.

Legal Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

Grandmother clock 35 yrs old, stereo/record player, Boudoir piano for sale upright 77 keyboard, Baldwin piano/organ, good working order. 250-3786788 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available.

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Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Silver Coins etc.

Available now: 250-863-3082

Real Estate For Sale By Owner Tired of high taxes? Beautiful 1 acre property 10 min. outside of Merritt, 2 bedroom mobile with well and septic. Property taxes $350/yr. $189,900.

604-533-9133

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN Graymont’s Pavilion Plant is accepting applications for an Industrial Electrician. Candidate must possess current B.C. Red Seal certification. Preference will be given to well-rounded individuals willing to also perform other nonelectrical maintenance work as part of the maintenance team. A background in lime or cement industry along with computer and or PLC skills is preferred as well as a proven track record of developing and maintaining a safe work culture. Additional skills required: • Electrician with industrial experience required to work at the Graymont Pavilion Lime Plant.

• Must become engaged in continuous improvement and willing to work in a team environment.

• Regular shifts will be 8 hrs/day from Monday to Friday – steady day shift.

• Must be willing to work overtime when required.

• Wages and benefits as per the collective agreement.

• Located in Pavilion B.C. situated between Cache Creek and Lillooet, B.C. Qualified applicants please submit your resume to: jking@graymont.com or Graymont Pavilion Plant Attn: Dan Buis P.O. Box 187 Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0

Help Wanted

LOWER NICOLA INDIAN BAND

Natural Resource Technician POSITION: Natural Resource DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Natural Resource Manager and assist the Operations Manager.

• Cutblock and road layout • Road inspections • Boundary marking • GPSing • Site Plans • Data input as required • Assist PFR work • Firefighting if required • Beetle probes • Silviculture surveys • Other related duties as assigned by the Natural Resources Manager REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a graduate of a Natural Resource Program, either Technical or University • Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with the Association of BC Forest Professionals as a Registered Forest Technologist or Registered Professional Forester • Must be physically fit and able to work outdoors • First aid training would be an asset • Firefighting experience or training would be asset • Computer skills • Aboriginal ancestry would be an asset Salary: Deadline: Start Date:

To be negotiated August 24, 2012 ASAP

Applicants are required to submit a resume with cover letter and 3 references to: Natural Resource Manager Lower Nicola Indian Band 181 Nawishaskin Lane, Merritt, BC V1K 0A7 Fax: 250 378-6188 E-mail: reception@lnib.net

INTERIM SOCIAL DEV. WORKER/EDUCATION COORDINATOR Employment Opportunity with the Shackan Indian Band.

Shackan Band is looking to employ a qualiÀed person for an Interim position for the Social Development and Education Coordinator Worker.

SpeciÀc Duties and Responsibilities: The Band Social Development Worker will be responsible to administer the IA and Education programs in compliance with AANDC policies and guidelines. The successful candidate will over-see the on reserve IA service provides individuals & families with the basic needs of for food, clothing and shelter. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the Elementary School, Post-Secondary programming and services.

QualiÀcations: • Ability to work independently or with limited supervision.

• Ability to understand Ànancial statements, and the budgeting process.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills • Must be knowledgeable and computer literate using MS Word, Excel, Internet, Email.

• Basic Financial Knowledge and Xyntax program would be an asset.

• Post Secondary preferred and a minimum of 3 years experience in a related Àeld.

• Relevant combination & related experience will be considered.

• Aboriginal person is preferred & taken into consideration. Knowl edge of Shackan community and culture would be an asset.

Duties and Responsibilities: • Deliver all aspects of the IA program, client intake & assessments of eligibility, maintain records/Àles, and establish/maintain contact with WCB, EI & other organizations.

• Interface with clients to interpret and clarify the terms & conditions of IA program.

• Monthly and Quarterly reports must be kept up to date.

• Must have a valid current driver’s license, have reliable transportation.

• Must have knowledge to write AANDC proposals and applications for programs/reporting end results.

• Must consent to a criminal records check. Ability to maintain conÀdential information.

• Coordinates internal and external agency meetings regarding Child & Family Services, Education.

• Provides liaison services to students and parents • Ability to conduct client assessment interviews & prepare progress reports & business letters.

• Coordinate all aspects for all levels of Shackan members Graduation ceremonies.

• Over-see Post Secondary application and services • Process A/P for Education and IA Departments.

• Prepares funding monthly/quarterly and annual reports for IA/Education Dept.

• Coordinates periodic workshops, yearly community function gatherings.

• Prepares PO, tracking and account coding for programs.

A competitive salary is offered. Interested applicants should apply no later than 4:00pm on August 22nd, 2012 with a resume including a covering letter to: SHACKAN INDIAN BAND, 2160 SETTLERS RD. MERRITT BC V1K 1M9 Phone: (250)378-5410 Fax: (250)378-5219 We thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Late application will not be accepted or considered.

We’re on the net at www.bcclassified.com

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

PERMANENT FULL-TIME LANDSCAPER Arnica Contracting Inc. is looking for a PERMANENT FULL-TIME LANDSCAPER to join their team of professionals.

The ideal candidate must be mature and able to work unsupervised. They will have experience working with Alan Block, Paving Stones, Irrigation Installation and Repair and Landscape Experience.

MUST HAVE: • Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence with a clean driving abstract.

inc.

Please Respond To Saxon Peters At 250-315-5074

TEMPORARY FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MATERNITY LEAVE NATURE OF POSITION: The City of Merritt requires a Community Policing Coordinator for the Community Policing OfÀce project. This is a temporary full time position while the incumbent is on maternity leave. The position will be in effect as a full time position from November 05, 2012 to November 01, 2013. Generally the hours will be Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but will occasionally require Áexibility to accommodate evening shifts or shifts on weekends.

Please see the website at www.merritt.ca for complete employment opportunity posting.

Please submit your resume by 4:30 p.m. Friday, August 31, 2012 in conÀdence by either e-mail or hard copy in a sealed envelope to: Carole Fraser, Human Resources Manager 2185 Voght Street PO Box 189 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Email: cfraser@merritt.ca

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Real Estate

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Apt/Condo for Rent

Suites, Upper

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August 14, 2012 Applications are now being accepted for apartments, suites and houses. Many assorted units coming available.

1 bdrm. Close to town - $575 incl. utilities Gorgeous house on Nicola Lake. $1500 plus utilities bachelor close to town - $525 2-1 bdrm. Apt. incl. utilities right downtown - $575 1 bdrm. Apt. close to town - $575 incl. util.

F/S, heat and hot water included.

Ask about move-in incentives For appointment call

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Available July 15, 2012 • 3 Bedrooms • 1.5 Bathrooms • Appliances • Carport Parking • Patio •Close to Shops •Close to Schools $825/month plus utilities Please email for an appointment: pmhbc01@gmail.com

2 bdrm. Sandpiper $750 plus hydro 1 bdrm. Apt. $650 plus hydro

Call for more info on these units and others call

250-378-1996 Direct line to the Property Management Department Call for all of your Residential or Commercial property management needs!

MERRITT REAL ESTATE SERVICES

• 2 bedrooms starting @ $600/month

250-378-9880 One bedroom for one adult only, heat & full cable included, n/s, n/p, references required. $525 per month, available Sept 1st. Ph. 250-378-2954

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Mobile Homes & Pads Available immediately, 1 bedroom trailer. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, laminate floors, newly renovated bathroom. $750/month utilities included.

250-378-0887 Available July 15. 2 bedroom mobile. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove small fenced yard. $900 month utilities included. 250378-0887

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Newly reno’ed units “Clapperton Manor” 2775 Clapperton Ave. New owner/manager 250-315-8340

SIGN # 2306

$549,000

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2 bedroom house for rent. No large dogs. Phone 250-3782177, or cell 250-378-7250

FOR RENT 2 BED APARTMENT

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• 1 bedroom starting @ $500/month

Property Managers: Cathy & Lynda

Apt/Condo for Rent

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3 bdrm. 2.5 baths, garage - $1200

Houses For Sale

3 bdrm, 1 1/2 bath townhouse $920/mon incl. gas. Quiet responsible tenants. 250-6820844

Misc for Rent 2 bdrm. Apt. - $675 plus hydro

Houses For Sale

Suites, Lower 1 & 2 bdrm suites for rent.

Avail immed. N/S, N/P, $700/2 bdrm, $550/1 bdrm. 250-3780973 2 bdrm basement suite.

Available Sept. 1. $800/mon. util. included. 250-378-6295 2 bedroom basement suite on Bann Street available immediately. No pets and No smoking. $700 a month includes utilities. May require References. Contact Sandy or Jas at 250-315-4675.

Avail Sept. 1, 3 bdrm suite, recent reno, lg. fenced bk yrd, gas f/p, f/s, d/w, laundry, util. incl. $1100, n/s, n/p, ref. req.

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CANADIAN COIN ASSOCIATION BUYING EVENT IN MERRITT NEXT WEEK! THE CCA IS PURCHASING ALL GOLD, SILVER AND COLLECTIBLE COINS, AS WELL AS ALL JEWELRY LOOKING FOR CANADIAN COINS DATED 1967 OR EARLIER AND AMERICAN COINS DATED 1964 OR EARLIER!

AUGUST 21ST - AUGUST 25TH!

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