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RETURN OF THE SUN The summertime heat is expect to make a triumphant return to the Nicola Valley this weekend after about a week of below-average weather — including a midday hailstorm on Wednesday. Expect temperatures in the low 30s this weekend and remaining in the mid-20s next week. A heat wave earlier in the month saw the mercury soar to 38 C, which prompted many people to cool off at Nicola Lake. Michael Potestio/Herald
Home-based business bylaw voted down By Michael Potestio THE HERALD
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The City of Merritt is back where it started on its rules for home-based businesses. At the regular council meeting on Tuesday, city council rejected the recently proposed bylaw to For all your landscaping needs call the professionals at
one to two, and allowed delivery of materials to or from a residence by commercial vehicles that do not exceed the 16,000-pound gross vehicle weight — essentially allowing small delivery trucks, which already make deliveries in town, to visit home-based businesses. Council took its vote after a
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businesses need to be able to integrate seamlessly within the makeup of a residential neighbourhood. “For me, I don’t care what the bylaws say, if they can’t do that, they’re not going to work,” he said.
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Revisions to bylaw fail to pass council Parking issues resurface at public hearing before vote From Page 1 Vogt said he wasn’t against home-based businesses. “They do form a very important part of the economy, but they’re not the end-all and be-all,� Vogt said. Nadine Jolly, owner of A&M Tandem Massage — the homebased business on Parker Drive which sparked council’s interest in directing staff to revise the bylaw after complaints about parking related to the business — also spoke at the hearing. She mentioned that homebased businesses have been around for years. “It is part of every town, and it is part of every city — that isn’t going anywhere,� Jolly said. “So then it comes down to, how do we make this a winwin for everybody?� Jolly rejected the idea that
home-based businesses should act as an incubator to grow a business, saying not all businesses were made to grow to the point that they could occupy a downtown storefront. Once brought forward at the subsequent council meeting, council was tasked with either defeating the bylaw or approving it for third reading and referral to the Ministry of Transportation for approval. Under the Local Government Act, changes to zoning bylaws that could affect the ministry’s infrastructure must be submitted to the ministry. Council voted 4-2 to defeat the proposed bylaw. Planning and development manager Sean O’Flaherty told council that changing the allowed floor area for a homebased business doesn’t necessarily impact parking issues or
traffic, which can be a problem with home-based businesses, he said. Bylaw 2177 did not change parking restrictions related to home-based businesses. Coun. Mike Goetz sat on the city’s task force which gave administrators some ideas about possible updates to the bylaw. Goetz said the reason for looking into changing the home-based business bylaw was to see if an update was needed or not. Coun. Dave Baker said bylaws need to be looked at to see if they are still relevant. Baker, along with councillors Harry Kroeker, Neil Menard and Kurt Christopherson voted in opposition of the bylaw. Coun. Clara Norgaard declared a conflict of interest and was absent from the vote.
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SQUARE The Community Policing Office and Smart Step Youth have teamed up to place a street piano in Spirit Square, at the corner of Voght Street and Granite Avenue.. The piano was donated anonymously, and decorated by Smart Step volunteers. It is available for anyone from the public to come and play or listen to. (Top) Local music teacher Cecelia Dyck takes a turn at the keyboard for a Smart Step audience that includes (left to right) Brennan Chiu, Stefan Chiu, Megan Dunsmore and sisters Gabrielle, Ivy, Julia and Noelle Smith. Ian Webster/Herald
become customary with the street pianos that now adorn villages, towns and cities on almost every continent.
It didn’t take long before the piano at Spirit Square began creating quite a buzz. In fact, within minutes of its installation
last week, a variety of interested onlookers began gathering around — some giving the ivories a tickle or two, others content to just
Street pianos – a worldwide movement bringing people together Play Me, I’m Yours was first commissioned in 2008 by a group called Fierce Earth in Birmingham, England. Fifteen pianos were placed around the city for a period of three weeks. It is estimated that 140,000 people played or listened to the music on the
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Add the city of Merritt to the growing list of communities worldwide who are jumping on the street piano bandwagon so to speak. Last Wednesday, a beautifully-decorated standup piano and bench were unveiled at Spirit Square in our city’s downtown core. The piano will remain there for all to see and play and listen to. It is prominently situated under the protective roof of the gazebo located at the busy corner of Voght Street and Granite Avenue. “We were doing some reading up on the street piano movement (known as Play Me, I’m Yours) that is catching on around the globe,� said Const. Tracy Dunsmore of Merritt’s Community Policing Office. “It is a wonderful way to spontaneously bring people together, almost at any time of the day or night.� Dunsmore had a few conversations with people around town and in pretty short order a piano was offered up to help with the cause. “It’s from an anonymous donor — a local person who would prefer to remain nameless,� is all Dunsmore would say. Members of the Smart Step youth group were commissioned to give the venerable old piano a fresh coat of paint and a touch of pizzazz — as has
relax and listen. Local music teacher Cecilia Dyck was one of the first to sit down and break out a tune or two — to the delight of passersby heading to the post office or out for a pleasant walk in Merritt’s downtown. Later the same day, at dusk, an unnamed father and daughter sat down at the piano and played a soothing duet together. “It’s our hope that the street piano catches everyone’s interest, and they make a point of stopping by to see what’s happening,� CPO coordinator Kelly Donaldson said. “So far, everyone who’s seen it has been quite intrigued.� Asked about the possibility of vandalism or even theft, Donaldson said, “We have faith.� A tarp that was being used to cover the piano overnight has gone missing, but Donaldson doesn’t believe that anyone took it deliberately. “I think that it might have inadvertently been picked up by one of the other groups using Spirit Square when they were taking things down. I’m hoping that it’ll show up in a day or two.� The piano bench has had to get a bit of touch of work done to it already, something Donaldson feels is inevitable when you’re inviting the world to come sit down and play. “We don’t want there to be any hesitation,� she said. “People should just come and enjoy themselves.�
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• Museum observing WWI The Nicola Valley Museum and Archives and Merritt library have partnered in an effort to commemorate the valley’s contribution to the First World War.
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All about November’s election General election information In B.C., general local elections are held every four years. In Merritt, these include the election of a mayor and six councillors to city council, and the election of three school trustees to the board of School District 58 (Nicola-Similkameen). Resident electors
Do I need to register to vote? No. The City of Merritt uses voting day only registration and does not maintain a voters list. If you are a qualified elector, you do not need to register prior to election day. To register on election day, resident electors are required
to produce two pieces of identification (photo identification is not required but at least one must provide a signature) to prove both residency and identity. Acceptable forms of identification include: • B.C. driver’s licence • ICBC vehicle insurance documents • B.C. identification card • B.C. CareCard or Gold CareCard • Citizenship card • Residential property tax notice • Social insurance card • Credit card • Utility bill. Other forms or identification may be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Election Official at the voting place.
November 15, 2014, as a non-resident (property) elector if you meet all of the following criteria: • The owners must be individuals, not corporations, and must not hold their interest in trust for a corporation or another trust; • You are not a resident elector of Merritt; and • You are a Canadian citizen; and • You are at least 18 years of age as of November 15, 2014; and • You have lived in B.C. for at least six months prior to registering to vote; and • You have been a registered owner of real property in Merritt for at least 30 days prior to registering to vote; and • If applicable, you have written consent of
Non-resident (property) electors Who is eligible to be a non-resident property elector? You may vote in the local general election on
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• You are at least 18 years of age as of November 15, 2014; and • You have lived in B.C. for at least six months prior to registering to vote; and • You have lived in Merritt for at least 30 days prior to registering to vote; and • You are not disqualified from voting because you: • Have been convicted of an indictable offence for which you are currently in custody; or • Have been found guilty of an election offence. You do not need to own property to vote.
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the majority of registered owners for the real property authorizing you to be registered as the non-resident property elector for this property; and • You have not registered as a non-resident property elector in relation to any other parcel of real property in the City of Merritt; and • You are not disqualified from voting because you: • Have been convicted of an indictable offence for which you are currently in custody; or • Have been found guilty of an election offence. Non-resident (property) electors no longer need a property elector certificate to vote. In order to register,
General election day: Saturday, November 15, 2014 Civic Centre 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. however, you will need to bring the following additional pieces of paper with you to the voting place on voting day: • Proof of ownership of the property in question. For example, your tax notice, or a certificate of title print-out (a utility bill or other similar document is not proof of ownership); and • If applicable, a consent form filled out by a majority of the registered owners stating that you are the one owner of the property who is designated as the nonresident (property) elector for that property. Special voting The purpose of spe-
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Coldwater Ranch drawing interest By Michael Potestio THE HERALD
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The Coldwater Ranch has been in high demand since opening its doors in October. The ranch is operated by the Abilitas Foundation to provide a space of rest and relaxation for people living with disabilities and their families to use for free. Currently, there are about 79 applications to book time at the respite facility, Abilitas representative Brad Vis said. “It’s insane. There is so much demand for this place,” Vis said. He said the foundation hasn’t done any advertising for the facility, but people from all over the province are inquiring about the respite facility. In June, the facility had 46 confirmed bookings, an Abilitas press release stated.
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“It’s booking fast,” Vis said. He said the facility is being used by locals as well. About four groups
can be housed at the ranch at one time, Vis said. In June, Abilitas hosted the Redneck Rally Race at the Coldwater
Ranch to raise funds to pay for operational costs of the facility. The event raised $10,000. There were about 17 teams in the event all driving stock Volkswagens without modifications, Vis said. Locals Chris Voigt and Jon Galbraith won the race. This event was the inaugural Redneck Rally Race, Vis said, adding organizers plan to hold the event again next June. As the foundation and the ranch are volunteer-run, they depend on charitable events such as the Redneck Rally to raise funds to cover operational costs. Vis said it costs approximately $50,000 per year to keep opera-
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HERALD OPINION B.C. back in black, deep in debt By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS tfletcher@blackpress.ca
VICTORIA – When the audited public accounts confirmed a $353 million surplus for the last fiscal year, B.C. Liberal political staff were quick to remind reporters of the NDP’s main theme from last year’s election campaign. Pages of election quotes from almost every NDP MLA were waiting to be distributed. It was a “bogus budget,” one of the more polite tags applied to the government’s pre-election fiscal plan. “It underestimates the costs in a whole bunch of ministries and we’re going to have to review that because all of the decisions that we propose in our platform will have to be implemented,” said then-leader Adrian Dix, describing the NDP’s plans to tax and spend more. Skeena MLA Robin Austin targeted health care in the budget debate: “Bearing in mind that our population is actually increasing, bearing in mind that our population is aging, I think it’s very unrealistic to think we can actually limit health care expenditures to 2.7 per cent.” As it turned out, health care spending grew by just over two per cent. It still went up by $360 million from the previous year, but after annual increases of six or seven per cent had become the norm, this is quite an achievement. New agreements remain to be negotiated with doctors and nurses, so we’re unlikely to see the same cost control results for the current year. Ottawa’s health care transfer payment formula has changed, and increases are to be capped at three per cent a year by 2016, so this is the kind of spending restraint all provinces are expected to produce.
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A dream theory that’s got some teeth Emily Wessel Merritt MUSINGS A few nights ago I had a very freaky dream in which I elected to have all of my teeth pulled out of my mouth. The dream wasn’t about the actual pulling, but rather about the aftermath. You see, dream-me was missing a tooth and agreed to have all of my other, presumably healthy teeth pulled in exchange for a
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fresh new set of vibrant white falsies. However, the quack dentist who’d convinced me to do such a drastic thing was delayed in having the new set to me. For some reason I had not told anyone of my decision, and tearfully confessed to my partner after awkwardly living a gummy lie for a week. Losing teeth is not an uncommon motif in dreamland, and many very scientific-looking websites (not really) tell me that dreams about tooth problems often stem from anxiety — about your appearance, how others perceive you, fear of rejection, fear of getting older, or fear of being embarrassed. One site tells me because teeth are used to
bite and chew, they symbolize strength and power. Thus, losing teeth relates to a sense of powerlessness. Another, less Freudian theory about my toothless dream tells me I dreamt about my teeth because I had thought of them at some point during the day. This is the interpretation I’m choosing to go with as I had indeed thought about my teeth at least twice that day: once with the realization I am long overdue for a dental checkup, and another time to ponder the apparent non-progressing growth of my wisdom teeth. The idea that anxiety increases the frequency of dreams is another one that I subscribe to as both thoughts had got me a little worried.
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In my university and college days, I would frequently have dreams in the nights leading up to major exams or assignments that would somehow add extra stress to my already overloaded brain. More than once, I’ve dreamt that I spent two or three hours picking out what to wear to an important final, maybe another hour or so brushing my hair, and finally realized when I was done that I was absurdly late and had missed the entire thing. The way all of these seemingly disjointed anxieties commingle with real information from our daily lives is what makes dreams seem totally reasonable while we’re in them and completely nonsensical when we’re awake.
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It has to do with the complicated ways our brains learn and store information. The declarative memory stores information you can “declare” you know without having to think about how you know it. Newly learned information from recent experiences often make up this declarative memory. In contrast, episodic memory stores the whole experience around when or where you learned something. One theory about memory’s role in dreaming asserts memory formation happens in two different ways: through the procedural memory system and the “semantic” system.
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YOUR OPINION Borrowing to build Connecting with Canadians doesn’t help B.C. balance the books From Page 6 Education was the only other ministry to receive significant extra funding last year, up $299 million despite continuing enrolment decline. Like health, the education budget goes up every year, and these increases, along with strong student performance results, expose the rhetoric of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation about a cash-starved system for what it is. But the biggest fabrication of last year’s election was the “debt free B.C.” slogan emblazoned on the side of Premier Christy Clark’s campaign bus. The public accounts confirm that the province’s total debt rose to just over $60 billion, the latest of a series of increases since 2008. The much-touted balanced budget is on the operating side, while the province continues to pile up debt to pay for the Port Mann megaproject, hospitals, schools and other big infrastructure. Finance Minister Mike de Jong emphasized the difference between capital and operating expenditures. “We’re borrowing to build as opposed to paying for the groceries,” he said. “Debt free B.C.” was not an outright misrepresentation, merely one of the most farfetched promises ever delivered in the history of B.C. politics. The legislature is to convene in October so the B.C. Liberals can pass a taxation framework for the nascent liquefied natural gas industry, which the government hopes will generate the revenues to ultimately pay off the province’s $60-billion mortgage. Meanwhile there is more capital debt ahead. The cabinet is expected to green-light the Site C dam on the Peace River this fall, a decade-long project estimated to cost $8 billion. Along with the public accounts, the finance ministry released a list of surplus land sales. The sale of 50-odd properties, some of them closed schools, netted the provincial treasury about $310 million, which accounts for most of the surplus. Was this “selling off the family silverware to try and balance the books,” as now-NDP leader John Horgan termed it before the election? It’s certainly not a revenue source to be matched next year. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc
DAN ALBAS View from the HILL Recently I wrote an MP report on a variety of subjects that also included the concern of interest groups using the courts on issues that they often fail to advance through a democratically elected government. It is a situation that all levels of government — municipal, regional, provincial and federal — and related agencies deal with and one that taxpayers pay the bill for. Within a day of the report being published, a follow-up radio interview was arranged out of Ottawa along with a number of related print and social media articles, and within 72 hours, a conversation connecting
people from all parts of Canada was well underway. The intent of this week’s report is not to recycle the subject from last week but rather to point out the importance of the Internet and how that can enhance our ability to communicate, to do business and to share ideas and discussion all across Canada at a rapid pace, much as was experienced with last week’s MP report. News, events, commerce, education, civic engagement and more are all readily available to citizens of all ages as the Internet has become integrated into our society. Unfortunately, a segment of our citizens are regrettably entirely shut out of the same online opportunities that so many take for granted. In some areas of Canada (and this includes parts of Okanagan-Coquihalla) there is no Internet availability or wireless connectivity available.
A lack of cellular service in some regions also creates added challenges for emergency responders and those who may require their assistance. In response to unserviced areas of Canada, our government has introduced the Connecting Canadians program that has a goal of connecting roughly 280,000 Canadians who currently lack high-speed Internet services. A target has been set that 98 percent of Canadian homes by 2017 will have access to Internet services with a speed of five megabytes per second. How will this work? The first step is to identify those areas of Canada that are currently lacking in sufficient service. As part of my summer listening tour, I am hoping to hear from citizens who either are impacted by a lack of service or possibly have friends and families that are currently impacted.
The next step after affected areas are identified will be for Internet service providers to apply for grants to bring service into areas currently lacking. Some rural communities like Logan Lake have already shown interest in this program. This process is targeted to occur in the fall of this year so that grants can be awarded in the spring of 2015. Once the grants are distributed, projects can begin and ideally by this time next year, areas currently lacking Internet services can be online and part of Canada’s Internet infrastructure. If you or someone you know currently lacks Internet services, please send further information to my office for follow up. I can be reached at dan.albas@parl.gc.ca or toll-free at 1-800665-8711. Dan Albas is the member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla.
Making sense of nonsense From Page 6 Like in the declarative memory, the procedural system stores the how-tos that you don’t really have to think about — like riding a bike. It’s the brain’s muscle memory, if you will. Semantic memory applies general, abstract concepts to memories — instead of riding the bike, it’s the wind in your hair. It’s that semantic system that one group of researchers from Harvard Medical School found played the biggest role in dream formation. In a landmark study published
in the October 13, 2000 edition of the journal Science, researchers had their subjects play Tetris for several hours. Some of the subjects had amnesia, and the others had normal memories. Both groups reported seeing falling, rotating blocks in their dreams. Since the amnesiacs can’t add things to their declarative or episodic memories, the researchers concluded that dreams are formed by things stored implicitly in memory — semantic and procedural information. Without the anchors to reality in episodic memory, these semantic concepts seem disjointed and
nonsensical. The study’s authors say these types of dreams serve a purpose in integrating all the complex and confusing information we receive throughout the day without interference from pesky reality. Dreaming takes away the conscious effort of uniting feelings with things you can declare you know with things you remember learning — and many times these things don’t fit easily together. While this research doesn’t interpret the content of my disturbing toothless dream, I think this theory about how our dreams are formed does have some teeth.
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have diabetes or kidney disease, or if you’re undergoing some form of cancer treatment. When older people get sick, it also takes them longer to recover. Canada has stringent regulations in place to make sure the food we buy is free of contamination and safe to eat. Any business that produces or sells food — from farmers and food processors to supermarkets, delis, butchers, and restaurants — must meet these standards. As the consumer, once you buy a food product, you are the next link in the chain that keeps your food safe and healthy. Unfortunately,
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The Diacarbon pellet plant is looking to gain public support as its owners inch closer to operating their Priest Avenue location. Once up and running, the facility in Merritt will produce wood pellets and biocoal, which is a type of charcoal produced from the same material as wood pellets. On Friday, the company held an open house where people got to meet Diacarbon employees, ask questions and learn a little more about the facility. Ministry of Environment meteorologist Ralph Adams attended the open house and told the Herald the number one concern he heard raised from people there was in regards to fugitive dust — airborne particles that could be stirred
Diacarbon president Jerry Ericsson speaks to a group of people at the pellet plant open house on July 18. Michael Potestio/Herald
up directly or indirectly from human activity. Diacarbon president Jerry Ericsson said although there will be an impact on Merritt’s air quality from the plant, that impact will be a small one. “We are going to be the cleanest pellet plant in the province,” he said, noting Diacarbon has spent millions to do so. He said their lowtemperature dryer is
the first of its kind in Canada and is 16 times cleaner than a typical pellet plant dryer. “We’re trying to do everything possible that we can to make this the lowest impact processing plant in British Columbia,” Ericsson said. “We understand this is a sensitive airshed and we’ve addressed that with technology,” he said. The company stated
the Merritt facility is designed with the community’s air quality in mind. Owners say they plan to mitigate the amount of dust that enters the atmosphere by having pellet pressing and biocoal production done indoors. Storage of the wood fibre and mixing will be done in an enclosed area to separate dust from the atmosphere as well.
City of Merritt air quality committee member Richie Gage told the Herald he was impressed with the plant itself and its state-of-the art equipment, particularly the belt dryer they will be using to dry wood fibre in pellet and biocoal production. Diacarbon says the particulate matter the belt dryer emits is less than what a more common drum dryer produces. Gage said the amount of PM2.5 (particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in diameter which humans can breathe in) this plant will put into the air appears to be minor. “Put it this way, do we need more? No. However, there are a lot of pluses to this plant,” he said, noting the plant will be processing the wood waste that otherwise would be trucked out of the valley.
Gage said his main concern is the amount of dust that will be produced in the process of loading and trucking the wood waste to and from the mills to the biomass facility. He pointed out the nearby locations of Aspen Planers and Tolko as a positive. Ericsson said his company is intent on hiring a predominantly local workforce and has had a lot of interest from Merrittonians who want to work at the plant. “Our intention is to hire as many locals as
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Why do I deserve a bike I am Allissa Lean, and I am ten years old. I outgrew my bike, and I would like to have a new bike to ride with my family around Merritt and for when we go camping. I like riding my bike because it doesn’t pollute the environment like vehicles do. Thank You I would like to have a new bike because we live in the country and there is nothing to do and I’m very athletic. My bike also got stolen a few years ago and I haven’t got new a new bike recently and I love biking near the fields. That’s why I would like a bike. Neleah Chillihitzia (Age 11) I want a new bike because my bike is too small and I have nothing to do. and I want to help my little brother learn to ride too. Jordyn Chillihitzia (Age 9)
IT’S SIMPLE. Write a short blurb on why you or someone you know deserves a bike. Anyone can enter as long as you’re between the ages of 2 and 12, or you’re entering on behalf of someone between the ages 2 and 12.
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2037 Quilchena Ave.
Delivery for Seniors & Disabled
250-378-2155
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*NOT TO BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFERS
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BOOK YOUR FULL EYE HEALTH EXAMINATIONS TODAY!
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A family business since 1962
Business Location Map
DR. ST CRE
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AW S
DE W
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RD.
YD
BLACKWELL
CHARTERS ST.
BURGESS AVE.
A PANAR
CAR SHOW
((250))378 378-9241 9241
2676 Nicola Avenue - Toll Free: 1-888-292-1581
TELEMON PL. McLEAN PL.
BANN ST.
HILTON DR.
T
MILL ER HORP
SUNNYVIEW ST.
MENZIES ST.
HOUSTON ST.
C o l d w ater River
SAGE PL.
SCOTT PL.
SAGE ST.
DOUGLAS ST.
LAUDER AVE.
ORME ST.
CLARKE AVE.
LANGSTAFF PL.
COWLEY ST. DUNCAN ST.
MAY ST.
DOUGLAS ST.
BLAIR ST.
CHARTERS ST.
GARCIA PARCEL ST.
VOGHT ST.
PRIEST AVE.
PRIEST AVE. McMILLAN RD.
ST. RIVER
CHAPM
HOUSTON
GARCIA ST.
LANGLEY
CHAPMAN ST.
CLEASBY ST.
BY ST.
CLEAS
AN
GRIEG ST.
POND
WILC
POOLEY AVE
9
McF AR WAY LANE
SPRING ST.
WILSO N ST.
CRANNA PL.
CHESTNUT AVE.
To Merritt Mountain Music Festival Site
HO UST
ON ST
ON ST.
To Merritt Mountain Music Festival Site
NICOLA VALLEY RADIATOR Big or small we ďŹ x them all!
Serving Merritt for over 20 years
Merritt’s Auto Glass Specialists
2663 Granite Ave. Located next to Fountain Tire
No heat?
• Air conditioning & coolant ushing • Full service & repair of air conditioning units • Recore radiators • Repair radiators • Custom built radiators • Heater cores: new and recore • Flushing (power)
250-378-4531
merrauto@live.ca
13
250-378-4821
2549 Nicola Ave., Merritt
12
Made in the shade Avoid washing when the sun is directly overhead, or at least park it in the shade so as not to expose it to harsh sunlight. “Soapy water won’t dry as fast in the shade,� she says. “So it gives you a bit more time to work towards getting it clean.� Soap strategic Elliott says not to skimp on specially formulated automotive soap and other cleaners that are designed to bring out the best in different surfaces. “If it’s not carspecific soap, it may actually be stripping off wax,� she says, adding that vinyl, leather and plastic cleaners all have custom formulas for their specific tasks. “There’s no such thing as a 10-in-1 miracle cleaner—get the right tools for each job.�
TRI-PEAKS AUTO REPAIR T
www.fountaintire.com www fountai • FULL AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
2649 Granite Ave.
Ph: 378-2442
Located next to Best Valu-Glass
Fax: 378-2448
S AUTO DC 21
4 52 3& LAU Y A DER ST - B
2775 Marian Avenue, Merritt, B.C.
250-378-1366
from the people who care about your car.
ExpertDiagnosis We take pride in keeping your vehicle running in peak form. With our diagnostic equipment, we can pinpoint any problems in the following areas: carburetor, ignition, fuel injection system, emissions and computerized engine controls. 11
250-378-2929
Jackson’s Welding In business since 1967
Try Flushing BEFORE REPLACING
Be sure to check your radiators and have your cooling system Ă ushed before a long trip! 8
7
www.marios-towing.com
CLAPPERTON AVE.
GRANITE PL.
ET ST WAY SUNS COWAN
2338 Nicola Ave.
C RE E K RD .
COLDWATER AVE.
RANSOM AVE.
G ST.
378-2030
VE.
E.
JACKSON AVE.
NICOLA AVE.
6
T RON
Phone: 250-315-3000
5
V FIR A
12 7
COUTLEE AVE.
CLAPPERTON AVE.
ICBC & Private Insurance Claims
Q
Private Insurance Claims Accepted
4 10
QUILCHENA AVE.
2
GRANITE AVE.
ARMS
6
Call
AVE.
HAMIL TON
5
LAUDER ST.
RO AD
OUS, E T R U O C , for FAST SSIONAL SERVICE PROFE
COUTLEE AVE.
COLDW ATER AV CANFO E. RD AVE.
AVE.
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Supporting the Nicola Niic Valley Cruisers Nic Show n’ Shine
market. Other colours, such as red, blue and green, while less popular, may be more associated with specific makes or models. “If it’s a convertible or sports car, for example, people tend to think of those in more vibrant tones,� she says, adding that resale should be something buyers think about at the outset. “Car colour does impact residual value, which is why neutrals tend to fare better.�
NICOLA AVE.
protection on qualifying parts and labour
According to Lacey Elliott, car expert and spokesperson for autoTRADER.ca, some common mistakes people make when cleaning their vehicles may end up impacting all-important things such as resale value. “A car is, for most people, their second biggest investment after their homes, and it’s worth taking the steps to ensure that it’s looking its best.�
Clean the cleaners One guaranteed way to scratch your paint job while cleaning the exterior is to not pay attention to the sponge or chamois, Elliott says. Ensure cleaning tools are themselves cleaned thoroughly after every wash and inspect them as you go along for small stones, grime or dirt that can harm the vehicle’s paint.
MARIAN AVE.
DAY
Approved mini-storage Q On-site rentals 4 Q Secured Q Sale of New and Used storage containers
Coyote Collision
for autoTRADER.ca. “And they’re popular because people associate them with technology and the cutting edge. They’re neutral and tend to look good in just about any light.� Colours of vehicles listed on autoTRADER.ca reflect global trends, with black, white, silver, grey and blue making up the top five, respectively. Elliott adds that because white, silver and black have mass appeal, they may tend to sell quicker on the used vehicle
SEYOM CR.
MID
STORAGE
to project. It’s also a decision often made with the heart vs. the head. According to the most recent statistics from PPG Industries, the company that tracks preferences in automotive colour choice world-wide, white leads the way at 25 per cent, with silver and black tied for second place at 18 per cent. “Those colours are classic choices,� says Lacey Elliott, car expert and spokesperson
McGORAN ST.
13
QUILCHENA AVE.
EY ST.
CONTAIN-IT
(NC)—When it comes to this particular decision about that new car you’ve been contemplating, things are rarely ever just black or white. The colour is just one of many choices to be made when purchasing or remodelling a vehicle. And not unlike major choices such as make and model, it’s one that speaks volumes. A subdued hue vs. a bright tone, for example, tells the world what kind of personality you’ve got, or want
MERRITT AVE.
3
LANGLEY RD.
GRANITE AVE.
McGORAN PL.
MAMETTE AVE.
CHESTNUT LANE
2026 Mamette Avenue • 250-378-1322
What your car’s colour says about you
HILL ST.
3
FAIRWAY PL.
MORRISL
•Radiator Service • Shocks & Struts • Air Conditioning Service
1ST AVE.
S LIAM WIL CR.
• Tune Ups • Brakes • Exhaust • Suspension • Lube/Oil
2ND AVE. TAYLOR PL.
MARGARET ST.
2ND AVE.
WARRANTY
Wax sublime Most don’t bother waxing, but even just one coat will last a while and make a world of difference toward repelling dirt and grime, Elliott says. “Being able to claim that a car is in immaculate condition on your free autoTRADER.ca listing will only help sell it faster,� she says.
SPRINGBANK AVE.
BO
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ON FAL C
BEL
BREMNER AVE.
NICHOLSON AVE.
2
OLD OR NEW WE HAVE WARRANTY APPROVED MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS FOR EVERYONE
Q
GRANDVIEW H
MAXWELL AVE.
FRANK’S MECHANICAL SERVICE
1750 Hill Street
E
EA G L
CR
WA LT
(NC)—While it may seem like a straightforward task—a chore for some, a joy for others—there is indeed a right way and a wrong to clean your vehicle.
HWY #5 TO KAMLOOPS 87 km
RIVE
modate the $1,000 grand door prize, Roline said. He said a portion of the money raised at the show and shine goes to local organizations such as the food bank. The Nicola Valley Cruiser’s 20th show and shine goes this Sunday between 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. There will be a concession and a swap meet on-site. Admission is free. Mervyn said she’s been with the Nicola Valley Cruisers car club throughout its 20 show and shines. “It’s been fun along the way, but it’s a lot of work too for the members that have been with the club since day one. It’s a milestone and everybody’s looking forward to having a good car show this year,� Mervyn.
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and 200 cars to participate in the show and shine. She said the car show typically attracts participants from the U.S., Alberta and around B.C. who bring their vehicles to be placed in the show and shine, Mervyn said. “The greatest thing about our show is that every year we get a variety of different cars that come. It’s not always the same cars,� Nicola Valley Cruisers vice president Sam Roline said. Roline said if the weather is good, he thinks they might get about 200 cars at the show and shine. The entrance fee in the show and shine has been bumped up to $20 from last year’s price of $10, which was done to accom-
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Members of the Nicola Valley Cruisers car club are gearing up for the 20th show and shine car show this Sunday. This year the show and shine will be giving away its largest door prize to entrants with a grand prize of $1,000. “Somebody’s going to walk away with a thousand bucks,� Nicola Valley Cruisers treasurer Norma Mervyn told the Herald. Other door prizes will be given out throughout the day, one of which is a tool box set. There are about four door prizes worth about $400, Mervyn said. There will be trophies handed out this year for mayor’s choice and one for Best Vintage Car. Mervyn said they expect between 150
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IDG P I NER E D R.
250.378.2722
MERRITT
SUNDAY, JULY 27, 2014: 9 AM - 2:30 PM - CENTRAL PARK
WIL DR WAY OSE
2114 Nicola Ave., Merritt •
MERRITT’S DIESEL SPECIALISTS
Nicola Valley Cruisers 20th Annual SHOW ‘N’ SHINE
FIRMAN AUTO PARTS LTD.
Our staff at Firman Auto Parts Ltd. are able to provide you with great service and quality products for all of your mechanical needs. 1
NICOLA VALLEY NEWS
Family owned and operated with a licensed technician Open weekends and holidays
Quality Service, honestly Kevin Markic Licensed Technician 2865A Pooley Ave Merritt, BC V1K 1C2
Specializing in repairs • Welding • Fabricating • Sand Blasting
• Aluminum Welding • Equipment Repairs
10
All services portable. 9
Cassie Markic Office Manager
Phone: 250-378-2272
1750 Hill Street, Merritt
250-378-4332
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A family business since 1962
Business Location Map
DR. ST CRE
SH
AW S
DE W
T.
. AV E
INE I RV
RD.
YD
BLACKWELL
CHARTERS ST.
BURGESS AVE.
A PANAR
CAR SHOW
((250))378 378-9241 9241
2676 Nicola Avenue - Toll Free: 1-888-292-1581
TELEMON PL. McLEAN PL.
BANN ST.
HILTON DR.
T
MILL ER HORP
SUNNYVIEW ST.
MENZIES ST.
HOUSTON ST.
C o l d w ater River
SAGE PL.
SCOTT PL.
SAGE ST.
DOUGLAS ST.
LAUDER AVE.
ORME ST.
CLARKE AVE.
LANGSTAFF PL.
COWLEY ST. DUNCAN ST.
MAY ST.
DOUGLAS ST.
BLAIR ST.
CHARTERS ST.
GARCIA PARCEL ST.
VOGHT ST.
PRIEST AVE.
PRIEST AVE. McMILLAN RD.
ST. RIVER
CHAPM
HOUSTON
GARCIA ST.
LANGLEY
CHAPMAN ST.
CLEASBY ST.
BY ST.
CLEAS
AN
GRIEG ST.
POND
WILC
POOLEY AVE
9
McF AR WAY LANE
SPRING ST.
WILSO N ST.
CRANNA PL.
CHESTNUT AVE.
To Merritt Mountain Music Festival Site
HO UST
ON ST
ON ST.
To Merritt Mountain Music Festival Site
NICOLA VALLEY RADIATOR Big or small we ďŹ x them all!
Serving Merritt for over 20 years
Merritt’s Auto Glass Specialists
2663 Granite Ave. Located next to Fountain Tire
No heat?
• Air conditioning & coolant ushing • Full service & repair of air conditioning units • Recore radiators • Repair radiators • Custom built radiators • Heater cores: new and recore • Flushing (power)
250-378-4531
merrauto@live.ca
13
250-378-4821
2549 Nicola Ave., Merritt
12
Made in the shade Avoid washing when the sun is directly overhead, or at least park it in the shade so as not to expose it to harsh sunlight. “Soapy water won’t dry as fast in the shade,� she says. “So it gives you a bit more time to work towards getting it clean.� Soap strategic Elliott says not to skimp on specially formulated automotive soap and other cleaners that are designed to bring out the best in different surfaces. “If it’s not carspecific soap, it may actually be stripping off wax,� she says, adding that vinyl, leather and plastic cleaners all have custom formulas for their specific tasks. “There’s no such thing as a 10-in-1 miracle cleaner—get the right tools for each job.�
TRI-PEAKS AUTO REPAIR T
www.fountaintire.com www fountai • FULL AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
2649 Granite Ave.
Ph: 378-2442
Located next to Best Valu-Glass
Fax: 378-2448
S AUTO DC 21
4 52 3& LAU Y A DER ST - B
2775 Marian Avenue, Merritt, B.C.
250-378-1366
from the people who care about your car.
ExpertDiagnosis We take pride in keeping your vehicle running in peak form. With our diagnostic equipment, we can pinpoint any problems in the following areas: carburetor, ignition, fuel injection system, emissions and computerized engine controls. 11
250-378-2929
Jackson’s Welding In business since 1967
Try Flushing BEFORE REPLACING
Be sure to check your radiators and have your cooling system Ă ushed before a long trip! 8
7
www.marios-towing.com
CLAPPERTON AVE.
GRANITE PL.
ET ST WAY SUNS COWAN
2338 Nicola Ave.
C RE E K RD .
COLDWATER AVE.
RANSOM AVE.
G ST.
378-2030
VE.
E.
JACKSON AVE.
NICOLA AVE.
6
T RON
Phone: 250-315-3000
5
V FIR A
12 7
COUTLEE AVE.
CLAPPERTON AVE.
ICBC & Private Insurance Claims
Q
Private Insurance Claims Accepted
4 10
QUILCHENA AVE.
2
GRANITE AVE.
ARMS
6
Call
AVE.
HAMIL TON
5
LAUDER ST.
RO AD
OUS, E T R U O C , for FAST SSIONAL SERVICE PROFE
COUTLEE AVE.
COLDW ATER AV CANFO E. RD AVE.
AVE.
1
11
8
Y VALLE
Supporting the Nicola Niic Valley Cruisers Nic Show n’ Shine
market. Other colours, such as red, blue and green, while less popular, may be more associated with specific makes or models. “If it’s a convertible or sports car, for example, people tend to think of those in more vibrant tones,� she says, adding that resale should be something buyers think about at the outset. “Car colour does impact residual value, which is why neutrals tend to fare better.�
NICOLA AVE.
protection on qualifying parts and labour
According to Lacey Elliott, car expert and spokesperson for autoTRADER.ca, some common mistakes people make when cleaning their vehicles may end up impacting all-important things such as resale value. “A car is, for most people, their second biggest investment after their homes, and it’s worth taking the steps to ensure that it’s looking its best.�
Clean the cleaners One guaranteed way to scratch your paint job while cleaning the exterior is to not pay attention to the sponge or chamois, Elliott says. Ensure cleaning tools are themselves cleaned thoroughly after every wash and inspect them as you go along for small stones, grime or dirt that can harm the vehicle’s paint.
MARIAN AVE.
DAY
Approved mini-storage Q On-site rentals 4 Q Secured Q Sale of New and Used storage containers
Coyote Collision
for autoTRADER.ca. “And they’re popular because people associate them with technology and the cutting edge. They’re neutral and tend to look good in just about any light.� Colours of vehicles listed on autoTRADER.ca reflect global trends, with black, white, silver, grey and blue making up the top five, respectively. Elliott adds that because white, silver and black have mass appeal, they may tend to sell quicker on the used vehicle
SEYOM CR.
MID
STORAGE
to project. It’s also a decision often made with the heart vs. the head. According to the most recent statistics from PPG Industries, the company that tracks preferences in automotive colour choice world-wide, white leads the way at 25 per cent, with silver and black tied for second place at 18 per cent. “Those colours are classic choices,� says Lacey Elliott, car expert and spokesperson
McGORAN ST.
13
QUILCHENA AVE.
EY ST.
CONTAIN-IT
(NC)—When it comes to this particular decision about that new car you’ve been contemplating, things are rarely ever just black or white. The colour is just one of many choices to be made when purchasing or remodelling a vehicle. And not unlike major choices such as make and model, it’s one that speaks volumes. A subdued hue vs. a bright tone, for example, tells the world what kind of personality you’ve got, or want
MERRITT AVE.
3
LANGLEY RD.
GRANITE AVE.
McGORAN PL.
MAMETTE AVE.
CHESTNUT LANE
2026 Mamette Avenue • 250-378-1322
What your car’s colour says about you
HILL ST.
3
FAIRWAY PL.
MORRISL
•Radiator Service • Shocks & Struts • Air Conditioning Service
1ST AVE.
S LIAM WIL CR.
• Tune Ups • Brakes • Exhaust • Suspension • Lube/Oil
2ND AVE. TAYLOR PL.
MARGARET ST.
2ND AVE.
WARRANTY
Wax sublime Most don’t bother waxing, but even just one coat will last a while and make a world of difference toward repelling dirt and grime, Elliott says. “Being able to claim that a car is in immaculate condition on your free autoTRADER.ca listing will only help sell it faster,� she says.
SPRINGBANK AVE.
BO
L. MA P
P L.
D JUN I P E R R I V E
EXIT #290
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LE
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ST.
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F
KS OR
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. N D R LO U CR. NTAI IL MOU C AS T R. EASTWOOD RO C MU N VE S GILLIS CR. GREA AVE. PARKER DR .
S.
ROAD N CH . R RA CRT
CRT.
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G T S.
AY OL F W
FOR
REID
SY
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AVE.
FOR
R EID
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DP
CR
REI
Servicing all Makes & Models Peace of Mind 12 months/20,000 Kilometres of worry-free
ON FAL C
BEL
BREMNER AVE.
NICHOLSON AVE.
2
OLD OR NEW WE HAVE WARRANTY APPROVED MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS FOR EVERYONE
Q
GRANDVIEW H
MAXWELL AVE.
FRANK’S MECHANICAL SERVICE
1750 Hill Street
E
EA G L
CR
WA LT
(NC)—While it may seem like a straightforward task—a chore for some, a joy for others—there is indeed a right way and a wrong to clean your vehicle.
HWY #5 TO KAMLOOPS 87 km
RIVE
modate the $1,000 grand door prize, Roline said. He said a portion of the money raised at the show and shine goes to local organizations such as the food bank. The Nicola Valley Cruiser’s 20th show and shine goes this Sunday between 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. There will be a concession and a swap meet on-site. Admission is free. Mervyn said she’s been with the Nicola Valley Cruisers car club throughout its 20 show and shines. “It’s been fun along the way, but it’s a lot of work too for the members that have been with the club since day one. It’s a milestone and everybody’s looking forward to having a good car show this year,� Mervyn.
BUS: (250) 378-5141 FAX: (250) 378-6415 #PY r /JDPMB "WFOVF .FSSJUU #$ 7 , #
Car detailing techniques from the pros
ST.
and 200 cars to participate in the show and shine. She said the car show typically attracts participants from the U.S., Alberta and around B.C. who bring their vehicles to be placed in the show and shine, Mervyn said. “The greatest thing about our show is that every year we get a variety of different cars that come. It’s not always the same cars,� Nicola Valley Cruisers vice president Sam Roline said. Roline said if the weather is good, he thinks they might get about 200 cars at the show and shine. The entrance fee in the show and shine has been bumped up to $20 from last year’s price of $10, which was done to accom-
COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
M ET
SEE US FOR OUR WHEEL SPECIALS!
e h t f o r o s n o p s d u o r P e in h S ’ N w o h S s r N.V. Cruise
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Seek God before undertaking activities From Page 10 Is this not a picture of many of our lives? We work for creature comforts and future security. If we cannot make it by fair means, we are tempted to go into devious ways. In the frantic race of life, we often miss the very essentials – peace and rest. For the fishermen to leave behind two boats full of fish in order to follow Jesus was obviously unusual. Something extraordinary must have happened to them. They were ready to gamble for something far beyond their livelihood. They were ready to embrace a new revelation. “O Sabbath rest by Galilee! O calm of hills above, where Jesus knelt to share with Thee, the silence of eternity, interpreted by love!” Silence often connotes to us aloofness or indifference. But in this stanza, God the Son is communicating with his Father in love and adoration. There is no speech nor language where their voice is not heard. Yet the communication was full of meaning, love, and worship. “Drop Thy still dews of quietness till all our strivings cease; take from our souls the strain and stress, and let our ordered lives confess, the beauty of Thy peace.” What the poet perhaps was trying to convey is that life is not a rat race of activities, seeking fame and popularity. In the race of life, many get stressed and hit mental breakdowns. God wants to relieve us from these and give us His peace.
Jesus once said, “Come to me all that labour and are heavy laden and I will give you rest.” The Christian’s witness for God is an ordered life. “Breathe through hearts of our desire, Thy coolness and Thy balm; let sense be dumb, let flesh retire, speak through the earthquake, wind fire, O still small voice of calm!” Here is an illustration from the Old Testament story of Elijah (1 Kings 19:916). At Mount Carmel, he showed his zeal for God by calling down fire from heaven and slew 450 prophets of Baal. Following all the high-pressure activities, he suffered a breakdown and just wanted to die. He ran a marathon and hid himself in a cave fearing for his life. Then God revealed to him that He was not the tempestuous wind or the shattering earthquake or the devouring fire, but a still small voice. In that calm voice, God commanded Elijah how to undertake the ministry of anointing kings. He asked him to find a successor to continue God’s ministry. God wants to speak to His followers as He did to Elijah. But we will not be able to hear His voice if we are too ‘busy’ for God. Whittier wrote, “Let flesh retire….” Activities without waiting upon God can prove to be carnal. He wants us to learn of Him first, to seek His mind, and to do His will. We should let the Spirit of God work through us, then surely we will build His king-
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Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo lookin’ to shake things up By Ian Webster THE HERALD
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For 56 years, the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo — held every Labour Day weekend in Merritt — has been a highlysuccessful fixture in these parts. The storied event has a reputation for attracting some of the top cowboys, cowgirls and rodeo stock on the planet to its firstclass facility in Collettville, and providing a rootin’tootin’, rip-roarin’, dirtbustin’ entertainment package guaranteed to thrill young and old alike — whether they be hardcore fans or enthusiastic first-timers. You can never stop making something better, however. That’s the attitude of the 2014 Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo committee as they gear up for this year’s two-day spectacle, which is scheduled for Saturday, August 30 and Sunday, August 31. “We have some new people in the group, and they’re coming up with some great ideas,” NVPRA committee member Tanya Starrs said. “We’re really excited about some of the changes we’ve made and some
of the things that we’ve added.” Starrs and her fellow committee members feel that change is important. It keeps an event vibrant, interesting and in tune with the times. The local rodeo committee is also well aware that it’s competing with other area communities for the Labour Day crowd. “There’s the IPE (Interior Provincial Exhibition) in Armstrong and the North Thompson Fall Fair in Barriere. Both events have a rodeo,” Starrs said. “It’s important that we make people want to stay in Merritt on that weekend and attend our rodeo, and important that we encourage outof-towners to choose our great event to come to.” Topping the list of changes to this year’s Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo is a switch to an evening performance on the Saturday that will begin at 5 p.m. “We just thought it might be a great idea, and attract some additional people who maybe can’t make it in the afternoon,” committee member Allison Thompson
said. “We’ll keep the beer garden open a bit longer for the adults in the crowd, and try to have a band performing in the beer garden. We’re also going to try and have a few more vendors, so that there’s more opportunity for shopping and more food available.” Sunday’s performance will begin at the usual time, 1 p.m. The focus will be on children and families. “We’ve changed our ticket prices a bit, such that youngsters 10-andunder will get in free if accompanied by an adult,” Thompson said. “Students and seniors will still pay just $12 while adults will be charged $15.” Sunday’s intermission entertainment will include a couple of children’s events that are sure
to be big hits — mutton bustin’ (sheep riding) and peewee barrel racing. “I’ve also been talking to someone about possibly bringing in a mechanical bull and mechanical surfboard, along with a bouncy castle,” Thompson said. “There’ll also be facepainting.” Both Starrs and Thompson are very excited about another intermission event they’ve organized for both rodeo days — the businessmens’ calf dressing. “It’s going to be great fun,” said Thompson. “We’ve had a tremendous response from the local business community. Every business that we’ve approached has said yes.” Each of the threemember business teams will be auctioned off Calcutta-style on the
FUN FOR ALL AGES The annual Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo, held each Labour Day weekend in Merritt, offers great entertainment for people of all ages. (Above) Kelsey Starrs and Tony Broman take in the exciting rodeo action at last year’s event. Ian Webster/Herald
Friday night before the rodeo at a location still to be announced. “All the money raised will go to a charity of the winner’s choice,” Thompson said. One thing that won’t change at the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo this year is the outstanding talent on display in the various events. The Merritt stop on the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association circuit regularly attracts many of the top 10 cowboys and
cowgirls in the CPRA standings — all competing for points, money and a chance to make the Canadian Finals in Edmonton in October. While Merritt bull rider Ty Pozzobon won’t be able to perform at this year’s Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo due to injury, you can count on seeing a couple of other local talents. Mammit Lake’s Katie Garthwaite will almost certainly be in the barrel racing event, while Douglas Lake cowboy
Cameron Jacobs will likely be up in the ranch hand saddle bronc. “We’re also hoping to do a tribute to some of the local ranches,” Thompson said. “The Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo is one of the longest-running pro rodeos in Western Canada,” Starrs said. “We’re looking to put on a great show this year, and we hope that the community will come out to support it.”
Jackpot barrel racing goes off without a hitch on the weekend By Ian Webster THE HERALD
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Over 30 horse-andrider combinations from around southwestern B.C. convened at the Merritt rodeo grounds in Collettville on Saturday for a jackpot barrel racing competition. The event was sanctioned by both the Canadian and British Columbia Barrel Racing Associations. Peewee and youth competitors ran the barrels once each, while those in the open class had two go-rounds. Emma Antoine from Cache Creek topped the field in the peewee
division with a time of 20.310 seconds. Overall winner in the youth category was Ali Lantz from Peachland in 17.458 seconds. There were some sizzling performances in the open division, led by Jolene Seitz and her horse Fame. The talented twosome from Savona laid down the fastest time of the day (16.660 seconds) to win the first go. Just five-thousandths of a second slower (16.665) was the winner of the second go-round in the open class — Candace Chevallier from Peachland on her horse Annie.
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RUNNIN’ HARD Lila McKenzie from Pritchard works her horse between the barrels at the jackpot event on Saturday at the rodeo grounds in Collettville. Ian Webster/Herald
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1D 1. Ali Lantz, Peachland 2. Harley Antoine, Cache Creek 2D 1. Sarah Twerdochlib, Penticton 3D 1. Harley Antoine, Cache Creek 4D 1. Raquel Marchiel 2. Taylia McKeown, Merritt
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Great night of racing at Merritt Speedway bittersweet By Ian Webster THE HERALD
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It was with a heavy heart that drivers, volunteers and spectators went about their business on Saturday night at the Merritt Speedway. Just hours before racing was due to get underway, longtime stock car enthusiast Albert Kosolofski, 62, passed away suddenly as he was arriving at the track to begin his duties as flagman. Kosolofski, a fierce but honest competitor during his driving days, would have been proud of the fine night of racing that his friends put together in his honour. The highlight of the night had to be the 30-lap main event in the Hobby class, featuring a stellar field of 10 entries. As he has done so many times before, Prince George’s Grant Powers worked his way up from the fourth row to finally take the lead for good on the 26th lap and earn the checkered flag. Powers’ victory didn’t come easily as he waged an epic three-way battle
HOBBY ENTHUSIASTS (Above) Drivers Dale Calder (16), Grant Powers (44) and Larry Ruttan (9) duke it out in the 30-lap Hobby class main event on Saturday night. (Right) Powers, Calder and Ruttan celebrate on winners’ row. Ian Webster/Herald
with Dale Calder from Kamloops and Merritt’s Larry Ruttan before prevailing in the late stages of the race. Calder, a veteran of the Merritt Speedway, served notice that she was going to be a force all night long, winning the five-lap B dash in the Hobby class to start the evening off, and picking
up a third in the 10-lap Hobby heat race. The Street class belonged to Barry
Bussiere, 40, from Abbotsford, as he won all three races in his division and had the fastest one-
lap time. Bussiere, a former resident of Princeton, was back racing in Merritt for
the first time in several years. “I started my racing career in Penticton,” he said, “then started coming to Merritt. I actually won the hobby class in 2003 or 2004. I think the last time I raced in Merritt was 2010.” Bussiere was deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Kosolofski earlier in the day. “Albert actually put a complete exhaust system into my car just prior to my first-ever race in Merritt back in 1999. He was a real good guy.” The Bomber six and eight-cylinder class was a two-driver battle all night between a pair of Merritt racers — the ‘Silver Fox’ Bill Fader and young Brad Gillis. Fader had the edge this time around, winning two of three races and recording the night’s fastest time. Gillis won once and finished second twice. In the four-cylinder Bomber class, it was a sweep for Urban Rednex Racing out of Delta as teammates Bill Brown and Lloyd Morris took all three races between them.
The four-cylinder class also saw the continued improvement of another Urban Rednex racer — 14-year-old Sarah Forrest. With her dad, Toby, riding shotgun in his own car, the youngster has been making great strides all season — lowering her lap times steadily at each racing day. “I like the Merritt track,” said Sarah’s father a few weeks back. “All the other racers here are very respectful of my daughter. At Agassiz, where we used to race, there’s up to 30 cars in the field. It gets a bit too competitive.” It’s a real family affair for the Rednex team, as Brown is Sarah’s uncle, and 21-year-old driver Alexander Thorley (who wasn’t racing this weekend) is her brother. The next night of racing action at the Merritt Speedway is a doubleheader on August 2 and 3. Time trials each day begin at 5 p.m. and racing starts at 6 p.m. The August 2 race day will include a special rmemorial to Albert Kosolofski. Many of his family members are expected to attend.
Saskatchewan-born Kosolofski will be missed By Ian Webster THE HERALD
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Merritt’s close-knit community of stock car racers and fans has lost one of its first-class citizens with the sudden passing of Albert Kosolofski on July 19. Albert was born on November 5, 1951 in Humboldt, Saskatchewan — one of eight children (seven boys and one girl) — to Sol and Frances Kosolofski. Albert’s sister Joan remembers her brother as an energetic, skinny youngster — always on the go. “He used to get called Eggbeater by his friends,” she said. “The name stuck with him for years.” Albert and his entire family moved to Moose Jaw, Sask. in 1964. Albert’s love for cars
started at a young age. His younger brother, Earl, fondly remembers that Albert went through no fewer than 17 vehicles during his final three years in Moose Jaw. “He’d buy a junker, fix it up a little bit, run it until it gave up and then just buy another one.” All but one member of the family (the oldest son, Rick) would move to Kamloops in 1970. Albert was then 19 and finished his schooling. From 1970 to 1986, Albert worked a variety of jobs in and around the Kamloops area, much of the time for his father’s construction company. During that time, Albert began his racing career. “I remember he bought a rail (a small dragster) that he used to race around Kamloops and over in Salmon
A DRIVING FORCE Albert Kosolofski, 62, was a mainstay for years at the Merritt Speedway, first as a driver and then as the flagman at the start/finish line. He passed away suddenly at the track on Saturday. Photos submitted and by Ian Webster/Herald
Arm,” said another of his brothers, Melvin. “He would take it out on Jensen Road in Westsyde and race it, and then run it straight into my garage,” Joan said with a laugh. In 1986, Albert decided to spread his
wings and move to Merritt. “I think he was just trying to find his own space,” said Earl. Over the next 18 years in the Nicola Valley, Albert worked for several employers, including Brian Cave,
Frank Etchart, Wayne Graham, Al MacKay and most recently John Archachan. “He was a good, reliable worker,” said MacKay, while Cave remembered Albert as a very private person who kept pretty much
to himself but was wellliked by everybody. Albert became involved with the Merritt Stock Car Association and the Merritt Speedway in the early ’90s, first as a driver and in his final few years as the flagman
on race days. “I went down to watch him race one time,” said his brother Earl, “and there was a mechanics’ race. Albert asked me if I wanted to go in it; he’d tell them I was his mechanic. Everybody knew that was a lie. “I went in the race and got rear-ended by the driver behind me, and mud all over my face from the car in front. I ended up coming second. Albert had a smile on his face from ear to ear from me doing that.” Local racer Bill Fader has fond memories of his good friend. “Albert helped me build my first stock car,” he said. “Unfortunately, we never got to race each other. “He was a real good guy,” Fader said. “We’ll all miss him.”
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MUSIC IN SPIRIT SQUARE Friday and Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Bring your lunch and listen to the music. August 1 & 2 Maddie Jay (Rhythmic Blues).
COMMUNITY GARDENS Check out the Community Garden and experience a relaxing outdoor yoga adventure among the plants. Every Thursday 5:15 - 5:45 pm. A new instructor every week. The gardens are located behind the hospital.
MEETING OF THE METIS Please join us for coffee and bannock, Friday, July 25, 7:00 p.m. at the Cadet Hall 1755 Coldwater Ave. All Merritt
Metis welcome and encouraged to attend. For more info please call 250-378-6981
August 8 and 9. See the website for tickets / volunteering or vendor requests www. desertdaze.ca.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY It’s Christmas in July at the Baillie House. From July 18-26, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day, there will be tons of Christmas items for sale. From Christmas lights to Christmas displays to supplies for your Christmas floats to just about any thing Christmas related, it will be at the Baillie House for you to buy. Avoid the hassle during the holidays and stop on by.
RISING FOR THE ASHES Fire relief fundraisers for Earth Walker Spiritual Shop. You can either donate money to the bank account set up at CIBC or drop off your bottle donations to the bottle depot.
SPENCES BRIDGE FARMER MARKET Spences Bridge Farmers and Flea Market - Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Spences Bridge Community Hall on Hwy #8, May to October. Desert Daze Festival is
MERRITT DANCE SOCIETY Ongoing pre-registration. For more information contact Selena at 250-378-7266
BAILLIE HOUSE INFORMATION BOOTH Baillie House is making a cookbook, and we need your help! Send in a recipe with a story why it’s special and we’ll print it in our cookbook. Thank you for your help.
NICOLA VALLEY FARMERS MARKET Nicola Valley Farmers Market 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every Saturday rain or shine, in the parking lot beside the Baillie House. Come down and enjoy fresh home grown veggies, flowers, baking, arts and crafts made and grown here in our Nicola Valley. A great place to socialize and enjoy the day. Vendors call Market Manager: Lang Mackenzie 250-939-8605 or Sue 250-378-2031
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MARVELLOUS MUTTS
The Navy League is in need of officer’s and volunteers to help out with our growing Cadet Corps. Our children are age 9 to 13 and we meet every Wednesday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. If you have past experience or are interested in becoming a part of our Corps please contact us. Ellen 250-280-6944, Debra 250-280-4086 or email at nlccventure@gmail.com
Marvellous Mutts & Rehoming Merritt Branch, are always looking for foster families. If you would like to help by fostering a fur-kid, until they find a fur-ever home, please contact Margie at newbark_ rescue@hotmail.com.
KNITWITS Love to knit or crochet? Or are you a novice interested in learning more about knitting or crocheting in a friendly and welcoming setting? Come on down to Brambles Bakery Thursday evenings. Bring your yarn and needles and join in the fun.
COURTHOUSE ART GALLERY The Valley Visual Arts (VVA) will be holding a weekly creative art session, in the artists room at the Art Gallery, every Thursday between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Everyone welcome to stop in and see their work.
NV REMOTE CONTROL FLYER We are starting a new club in town for flying model aircraft. We fly at various locations around town. New members welcome. For more info, call Jack 250-378-4371.
MERRITT SENIOR CENTRE Weekly schedule is as follows: Monday: Crib & Whist 7 p.m. Tuesday: Bingo 1 p.m., Duplicate Bridge 7 p.m. Wednesday: Carpet Bowling 1:30 p.m., Court Whist 7 p.m. Thursday: Floor Curling 1 p.m. (third week - shut-in lucheon) Friday: Rummoli & Games 7 p.m. All seniors welcome.
TRINITY UNITED CHURCH 1899 Quilchena Ave. Sunday
Phone 250-378-4241 with any events that you may be hosting or email: classifieds@merrittherald.com
For League Information 250-378-4423 Merritt Duplicate Bridge Club Tuesdays 7 p.m. Seniors’ Centre 250-378-5550 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. 2050 Merritt Ave. 250-378-2095 Merritt Moms Prenatal Post Natal Support group. Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. 250-378-2252 Merritt Mountain Biking Assoc. Wednesdays 6 p.m. - ride E: merrittbiking@yahoo.ca T: #merrittbiking Navy League Cadets of Canada Wednesdays 6 - 9 p.m. Cadet Hall - Ages 9-13 welcome 250-280-6944 Merritt Snowmobile Club Second Tuesday 7 p.m. Civic Centre 250-315-1082 Merritt’s Women in Business Second Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Merritt Desert Inn 250-315-5851 Nicola Naturalist Society Third Thursday - 7:00 p.m. NVIT. www.nicolanaturalists.ca N.V. 4-H Club Second Tuesday - 6:30 p.m. Central School - 250-378-5028 Nicola Valley Better Breathers Third Wednesdays 1 p.m. Trinity United - 250-378-6266 N.V. Community Band Tuesdays 7 p.m - MSS Music Room
250-378-5031 or 250-378-9894 NVCAC Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm at The Art Gallery. 250-3786515 www.nvartscouncil.com N.V. Dirt Riders Association Last Wednesday 7 p.m. Garden Sushi Scott: 250-378-3502 N.V. Fall Fair Third Monday 7 p.m. 2145 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-5925 N.V. Fish & Game (except July and Aug.) Third Wednesday 7 p.m. 2236 Jackson Ave. 250-378-4572 or 250-378-4904 N.V. Heritage Society Last Wednesday - Baillie House 250-378-0349 N.V. Quilters Guild First & Third Thursdays Civic Centre 7 p.m. 250-378-4172 N.V. Search & Rescue Second Monday 7 p.m. at the airport - 250378-6769 N.V. Thrift Store First Tuesday NVGH basement 250-378-9100 N.V. Women’s Institute Second Wednesday - 1:30 p.m. For locations, 250-378-2536 Pathfinders Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298 Patricia Rebekah Lodge Second & Fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. Lawn Bowling Club Rocky Mnt. Rangers Cadets Tuesdays 6 p.m. 250-378-1302 or 250572-3775 Royal Canadian Legion #96 Executive Mtg. Second Thursday 6 p.m.
- Regular Mtg. Fourth Thursday 7 p.m. 1940 Quilchena - 250-378-5631 Royal Purple First & Third Mondays 1:00 p.m. - Downstairs @ Elks Hall 250-378-6788 Rotary Club of Merritt Every Thursday - Noon Brambles Bakery Cafe. 250-378-5535 Sagebrush Spinners and Weavers Guild Tamarack Gardens every other Thursday at 11:00 AM Bev at 250-378-2787. Rotary Club of Merritt - Sunrise Every Tuesday - 7 a.m. Brambles Bakery Seniors’ Mixed Curling Mondays & Tuesdays 1 - 3 p.m. 250-378-5539 Soup Bowl Tuesdays 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Anglican Church Hall Sparks Mondays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-315-7410 Teen Centre / Fireside Thursday & Friday 3:30-7:30 p.m. 250-378-5660 Valley Scrapbooking 250-936-8298 Valley Visual Artists General club information Fran McMurchy 250-378-4230 Vintage Car Club - Merritt Second Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall Al 378-7402 Jack 378-2662 Ska-Lu-La Workshop Al - 250-378-7402 Ted - 250-378-4195
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Archery Practice Tuesday 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Gun Range Contact BJ Moore for more info 250-280-0304 Brownies Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Central School - 250-315-7410 CMHA - Merritt Clubhouse Fireside Center - 2026 Granite Ave. Wed/Fri 9 am - 2:30 pm Shirley 250-378-5660 Central School Pac First Tuesday 7 p.m. Lunchroom - 250-378-4892 Community Choir Mondays 7 p.m. - Fall to Spring Collettville Elementary - 250-378-9899 Court Whist - Fun Game Wednesdays 7 p.m. at the Seniors Centre 250-378-2776 Crossroads Youth Min. Tuesdays 7 - 9 p.m. Crossroads Community Church 250-378-2911 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. Girl Guides Wednesdays 5:30 -7:00 p.m. Central School - 250-936-8298 Ladies’ Curling League Wednesdays 6 & 8 p.m. Call 250-378- 8175 or 250-378-4917 Living With Loss Support Group No meeting in June, July, & August. Support still available. Call Marilyn at 250-378-3513 Merritt Curling Club
School 10:00 a.m. Sundays for children ages 4 to 8 years. Children learn of God’s love through stories, music, crafts and fun. More information: Gail 250-378-9706
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HELP US REACH OUR GOAL Would you like to see a movie theatre in Merritt, then the Merritt Community Cinema Soceity can use your help!
Phase 2 has started. Goal to reach $155,000 for design & architect fees
For more information call Rich Hodson 250-378-6794
If you would like to help donate to this wonderful cause please make cheque payable to Merritt Community Cinema Society and mail it to: 1952 Eastwood Ave., Merritt, BC V1K 1K3
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October 10, 1935 - July 22, 2014
It is with immense sorrow we announce the passing of Johannes Post on July 22, 2014. Born in Assen, Holland on October 10, 1935. Johannes, known by many as Joe, moved with his family to Merritt in June 1950 where he later met and married the love of his life – Stella Mae Abel in 1955. Johannes Post Trucking, Post Cattle Company and Electoral Area Director of the TNRD were just a few of Joe’s career accomplishments. His most important (and favourite) titles, though, were that of Husband, Dad, Grandpa/Papa, Great Grandpa, Son, Brother and Uncle. Joe was a devoted, loyal husband and gentle, loving father and grandfather. Johannes is survived by his wife and lifelong partner Stella of 59 years, his three children Randy Post (Lori) of Strathmore, AB, Dianne Post (Polo) of Merritt and Lisa Eastwood of Strathmore, AB. He is also survived by his five grandchildren; Miranda (Steve), Jason, Chris (Kendra), Dustin (Megan) and Quinn; three great grandchildren Jake, Johannes and Rhyan and siblings: Henny Stonehouse, Anne Hart and Dick Post. Johannes leaves to his family and all who knew him a legacy of strength, determination, compassion, humour and a roll-upyour-sleeves-and-get-it-done work ethic. His wide smile, warm laugh and ability to make anyone feel welcome were qualities that made many call him a valued friend, coworker and member of the community. Joe was an anchor to his family, a pioneer in the local logging industry, a great neighbour. He will be deeply missed. The Post family would like to thank everyone for their support and love in the past couple of years, especially the staff of Coquihalla Gillis House, the Merritt Hospital and family GP Doctor Smit. Life Celebration Memorial Service, July 29, 2014 @ 2:00 pm, Merritt Civic Centre. On-line condolences may be expressed at www.merrittfuneralchapel.com. Service arrangements entrusted to Merritt Funeral Chapel (250) 378-2141.
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Thank You The Family of Val Stirling would like to give a big thank you to the Coldwater Indian Band, the Coldwater Hotel and all the family and friends from near and far, for the amazing support and contributions. Also, to the community with help after such an unexpected event, right up to the day of Val’s celebration of life. She would have been very happy of how well we all came together. Every time we buy some scratches, play Keno, yell “BINGO!� or look at our precious pets we call family, we will always have the memories of the things Val loved. Thank you again to everyone, sorry if we missed anyone.
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Ted Calder Taylor November 26, 1923 – July 16, 2014
It is with sadness that we go forward into a world of which Theodore (Ted) Calder Taylor is no longer a part, but with great joy that we possess the memory of him and the knowledge that he is happily reunited with long-missed family and friends. Ted became a certiĂ€ed watchmaker and opened Taylor’s Jewellery upon moving to Merritt in 1957 where he enjoyed serving Merritt and outlying areas until his retirement in 1988. An integral member of his community, Ted was active in the Lion’s Club and Legion and sat as chairman of the hospital board when the new facility was built. Selling poppies, Ă ipping pancakes, calling bingo on Merritt’s local station (“clickity-click sixty-sixâ€?) and picking up garbage in the downtown core – all in a day’s work for a gentle, happy soul who loved his town. Ted is survived by his wife Lonie, his children Wendy (Darcy) and Jay (Debra), his grandchildren Jamie (Jason), Dylan (Megan), Carly (Gage), Ashlee and Dallas, his sister Louise, his nieces Margaret, Elaine (Rob), Barb (Vic) and Diane, and nephews Brian (Phyllis) and Bobby. Ted has been known by a few different titles in Merritt due to his involvement in organizations and community events, but none are dearer to his family than the following: Dad, Grandad, Grandpa, Teddy, Ted C. Taylor and Yes Ted. The Ă€rst three are self-explanatory, of course, but the latter three should be deĂ€ned. “Teddyâ€?: A name he was often called by close friends, especially if they were telling humorous stories about the past. As his family it brings to mind Ted’s playfulness. The stories were never as entertaining as the teller when Ted would get the giggles while trying to get something out to everyone. Tears would stream down his reddened face while he gasped at air attempting to Ă€nish the story. â€?Ted C. Taylorâ€?: Usually the name on mail. Prior to her passing, Ted’s sister Lorraine recounted how excited she would get as a little girl when mail showed up with that name on it after Ted left home to Ă€nd work in the Interior because it meant a little extra money for the family. Lorraine held a special place in Ted’s heart and he lit up watching her enjoy telling the story over 50 years later. He lit up because his sister was having fun and it brought Ted great pleasure to witness others bask in the light. He also lit up because Ted felt a great sense of duty to his family, friends and community, so the conĂ€rmation that he helped lighten the load of others was appreciated. “Yes Tedâ€?: Ted’s wife, Lonie, surprised him with a personalized license plate that read “Yes Tedâ€? because it was joked that she thought that was his name. But while Lonie supported and stood by Ted for 64 years, “Yes Tedâ€? did not emerge due to her obediently taking orders as the name could imply. Lonie spent the better part of a century saying “Yes Tedâ€? because while at home working on a task Ted would frequently stop what he was doing to make the rounds of the house to check on everyone and see if anything was needed, so several times a day one would hear Ted say, “You OK Shoog?â€? (short for “sugarâ€?) to which Lonie would reply, “Yes Ted.â€? Never could a man genuinely make people feel so cherished. Thank you Merritt for Ă€lling Ted’s heart with purpose since he moved here in 1957. Many dinners went cold but he was always happy to lend his time to make a positive impact on his community and help a friend. He was an amazing role model to his children and grandchildren, a wise word to his siblings, and a loving husband to his “Shoog.â€?
Ted’s service will be held Sunday, July 27th - 1pm at the Legion.
Dolly Voght July 9, 2014 On 09 July 2014 Dolly Voght passed away at Coquihalla Gillies at 85 years old. Dolly is predeceased by Husband - Richard, Daughters - Dorothy Sandra and Joanne. Son-in-law Bill Brown. Brothers and Sisters - Christine, Minnie, Tilly, William 3rd, Tim, Theresa, Freddy, Celia, Sophia, James, Elizabreth, Willy, and Shep (Joseph) Voght. Dolly is survived by her children; Virginia (Jan), Linda, Wesley, Alan, Peter, Greta, Dale, Barbara, Patricia (Dean), and Canine MufÀn, Georgina, Lorraine & Ken. Grandchildren; Yvonne (Don), Doreen (Keith), Germaine, Bobby-Lee, Daniel, Jennifer (Randy), Derrick, Amber (Michael), Ryan, (Kay), and Candice. She also leaves many great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, and a huge family of nieces and nephews. Dolly was born in the Nicola Valley and was the last grandchild of William Henry Voght 1st. (the Father of Merritt). Dolly was very proud of her family background and the Voght name. William H. Voght in his lifetime donated to the Town of Merritt; the land of Voght Park, the Àrst Hospital, the Àrst school, the Merritt Grave Yard, and the stained glass windows in the United Church. When Dolly was born she weighed 4 lbs., her father said that she reminded him of a doll and named her Dolly. As the baby of the family, Dolly was dotted upon by her dad. After the death of her dad William H. Voght 2nd, Dolly’s life was very hard. Her Mother needed to go out and work and Dolly stayed with her older brothers and sisters most of the time. She spent most of her young days with her brother Shep, and friend Tookie. They kept themselves entertained by riding horses, walking through the old underground mine from Diamondvale to Colletville with a à ashlight, played around on the train boxcars, and went Àshing in the Coldwater river. When Dolly was older she would ride a horse named Shorty from Meadows to Merritt to see a movie, she said the horse would get her home in the dark. Dolly worked helping out with her sisters Lizzy, Sophie’s, and Tilly’s families by baby sitting etc. She told of fun times spent with her brothers William, Tim, and Freddy and their families. They went Àshing, hunting, and berry picking and she told of the many mishaps on the road trips, such as getting stuck in the mud or the creek, and of à at tires. Dolly worked as the camp cook for her brother Tim at a logging camp. A neighbour Mrs. Parker gave Dolly cooking lessons, teaching her to make great pies. Dolly was an excellent cook, her kitchen was always Àlled with her children and their friends, and relatives who dropped in. There was always something to eat, and no one went away hungry. Dolly was a great mother. She kept all her children together all the time. Dolly and Richard loved to go camping and Àshing. Together they Àshed every lake around the Merritt area. Fished for Salmon around Boston Bar area in the Fraser River. They camped out to pick huckleberries, pine mushrooms, and gathering traditional foods, or they just went for a nature rides. Dolly and Richard moved back to Coldwater in 1991. Dolly was very happy to be back with her relatives at Coldwater. She loved her morning talks with Daisy and missed her a great deal when she passed away. After Richard passed away Dolly lived at home with help from her daughter Barbara. For health reasons Dolly moved to Nicola Meadows. Dolly really enjoyed having family members phone or visit her. She enjoyed visiting Virginia & Jan at Christina Lake, trips with Greta to Kamloops and area, going to dinner with Patty, and nature drives with Yvonne and family. Dolly was laid to rest next to her dad at Coldwater as were her wishes. Thank you, to Doreen and Cathy who were an immense help to Dolly while she lived at Coldwater. She appreciated and loved you ladies. Thank you to the staff at Nicola Meadows, Coquihalla Gillies, Merritt Hospital, Rena Jones RN, and Dr. Schmit. A special thank you to the Coldwater Indian Band for all their help and support to the family, and to Eileen, Daniel, Jerry, Wilber, Austin, Mary and Father Ken.
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July 21st, 2014 1 bdrm basement suite. $650 plus hydro. 1 bdrm Seyom Townhouse $600 plus hydro 3 bdrm Seyom Townhouse $900 plus hydro. 1 bdrm Apt. $600 inc utilities. 1 bdrm Apt. $575 plus hydro. 2 bdrm Apt. $675 plus hydro. (1/2 month FREE) 1 bdrm Apt. $600 plus hydro. (1/2 month FREE) 2 bdrm Sandpiper unit. $750 plus hydro. 2 bdrm duplex. $695 plus utilities. 2 bdrm duplex. $750 plus hydro. 2 bdrm duplex. $850 plus utilities. (new flooring) 2 bdrm house. Newly renovated/ fenced yard $900 plus utilities. 2 bdrm house. $850 plus utilities. 2 bdrm house. $900 plus utilities. Fenced close to town. 3 bdrm house. $950 plus utilities. 3 bedroom Sun Valley Court townhouse. $1000 plus utilities. 3 bedroom house on the Bench, fenced yard, pet friendly. $1300 plus utilities. 3 bedroom house on the Bench. $1200 plus utilities. 3 bdrm house. $875 plus utilities. 1 bedroom Executive home on acreage. Great for horses! 20 min from Merritt. Includes satellite. $1100 plus hydro.
Quaint Cottage on acreage. 20 min from Merritt. Includes hydro/satellite. $800
250-378-1996 Call for all of your Residential or Commercial Property Management needs! MERRITT REAL ESTATE SERVICES Property Manager: Lynda Etchart
Lots 2.5 ACRE LOTS, LUMBY, BC Mabel Estates 5 mins from town, pristine lush views. Designed and ready to build. Wells & power at lot. Starting, $139,000, $50,000 below assessed value. 250-317-2807.
Mobile Homes & Parks New 2 bdrm 1 bath double wide SRI home in Trees Mobile Home Park. with 10 yr warranty. $70,000 incl. net GST. Or rent $800/mon. + util. 250-254-7997
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NICOLA APARTMENTS Clean one and two bedroom. Starting at $600/month. NO PETS
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F/S, heat and hot water included. Starting at $625/mth Move in bonus - 1/2 month free rent
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Completely reno’d large 3 bdrm 4 plex unit for rent. Two bath, all new kitchen cabinets and all new appliances, new bathrooms, new laundry room with w/d, like new condition. Asking $1000/mon. 250-3785915 or 250-378-7279 One bdrm apartment for one adult only. N/S, N/P, heat & cable incl. $525/mon. Ref’s. 250-378-2954
Furnished rooms avail. immed. Util. & extreme internet incl. Call 250-378-5128
1986 GMC S15 4wd with dump box $2000.00 1986 Ford Ranger Extended cab $700.00 1994 Ford Ranger P.U. $2500.00 1993 Mazda P.U. B2200 $2300.00 1988 GMC S15 P.U. $1500.00 1993 GMC Sonoma P.U. needs motor $500.00 1991 Flatdeck dump trailer 8’6”x13’6” $2500.00 2 digital beverage vending machines $1000.00 each 1 20’ shipping container $2200.00 1984 26’ Travelaire 5th wheel trailer $2000.00 2007 Husqvarna electic utility vehicle $2000.00 Tidy Tank 100 gal 15 GPM 12 volt pump $450.00 Call 250-378-5334
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FOR RENT 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT 1 unit available, 1st Áoor unit ideal for seniors
Available Jan. 1, 2014
$750/month incl. heat & laundry.
100 OFF 1ST MONTHS RENT Newly renovated units “Clapperton Manor” 2775 Clapperton Ave. 250-315-8340 $
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2 bdrm basement suite. Avail. Aug. 1. W/d, fenced yrd, close to town. $800/mon. util. incl. 250-378-6295 or 315-9397 2 bdrm ground level suite. Utilities included (Hydro & Gas). Phone 250-378-5610. For rent 2 bdrm downstairs suite, near town, gas fireplace, central air, shared laundry, w/d, util. incl. Retired or working people only. $800/mon. Avail Aug. 1st. 250-378-2540 New 2 bdrm basement suite. Avail July 1. No pets, no smoking. 250-378-6038
Suites, Upper 3 bdrm above ground basement suite. Recently reno’d, laminate flrs, f/s, d/w, shared laundry. Avail July 1. Ref. required. $950/mon. 250-3780303 or 778-228-6378
Townhouses 3 bdrm 1 1/2 bath townhouse on quiet cul-de-sac. Pets neg. $950 incl. gas. 250-682-0844
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References required. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. 250-280-7644
Duplex / 4 Plex Newly renovated 2 bdrm duplex. w/d incl. Non smokers and no pets. Ref. req. $750/mon. Avail Sept. 1. 250378-7018 after 6:00 pm
Auto Financing
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Legal Notices
Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that Lower Nicola Indian Band from Merritt, BC, has applied to the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Thompson Okanagan Region, for a Crown Grant for General Industrial purposes situated on Provincial Crown land located at Logan Lake covering portion of the northwest quarter of Section 27, Township 17, Range 21, and adjacent unsurveyed Crown land, W6M, Kamloops Division, Yale District (KDYD). The Lands File for this application is 3412892. Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Senior Land Of¿cer, Thompson Okanagan Region MFLNRO, at 441 Columbia Street, Kamloops BC. Comments will be received by MFLNRO up to August 18, 2014. MFLNRO may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit our website at http://arfd.gov.bc.ca/ApplicationPosting/index.jsp for more information. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations¶ Of¿ce in Kamloops.
Mobile Homes & Pads 2 bedroom mobile home. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, utilities included. Close to town and schools. Pet friendly. $950 per month. 250-378-0887
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Available immediately, 3 bedroom mobile home. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, large fenced yard close to schools, town and bus route. Pet friendly. Utilities included $950 per month. 250-378-0887 New 2 bdrm 1 bath, double wide SRI home in Trees Mobile Home Park. $800/mon. + util. or for sale $70,000 incl. net GST 250-254-7997
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The Suite Savings Event July 4 - August 17, 2014
Save 3x the GST* when you buy 2 or more qualifying** Jenn-Air® appliances OR Buy 4 or more qualifying**Jenn-Air® appliances and choose a BONUS† premium laundry pair††
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Total MSRP value of qualifying** appliances must be $11,999 or higher. † Customer can choose to save 3x the GST instead of the Bonus premium laundry pair. ***Qualifying Commercial Ranges, Built-in Refrigerators, and Accolade™ Vents count as two units. See in-store sales associate for list of available qualifying** models. ††
*Instant savings equivalent to three times the applicable GST on total retail purchase price of two or more qualifying Jenn-Air® major appliances (before taxes). Multiple purchases must be made at the same time from the same participating authorized Canadian Jenn-Air® appliance dealer between July 4 and August 17, 2014 to be eligible. † To qualify for bonus laundry pair, customer must purchase a minimum of 4 qualifying appliances with a total MSRP value of $11,999. The bonus laundry pair models include: MVWB980B (G or W) + YMEDB980B (G or W) ($2,398 MSRP); WTW8900BW + YWED8900BW ($2,398 MSRP); WTW8900BC + YWED8900BC ($2,498 MSRP); MHW8100D (C or W) + YMED8100D (C or W) ($2,898 MSRP); WFW97HED (C or W) + YWED97HED (C or W) ($2,798 MSRP); WFW97HED (U or BD) + YWED97HED (U or BD) ($2,898 MSRP). **Qualifying major appliances include Jenn-Air® Refrigerators, Ranges, Wall Ovens, Cooktops, Dishwashers and Ventilation hoods (excluding blowers), Under-counter Refrigerators and Warming Drawers. Refrigerator panels, accessories and cartridges are excluded. ***All qualifying Commercial Ranges, Built-in-Refrigerators, and Accolade™ Vent count as two units. Qualifying Jenn-Air® Commercial Range models: JGRP430WP; JDRP430WP; JDRP436WP; JDRP536WP; JGRP436WP; JGRP548WP; JDRP548WP. Qualifying Jenn-Air® Built-in Refrigerator models: JB36NXFXL/RW; JF42NXFXDW; JS42SEDUDW; JS42PPDUDB; JS48SEDUDW; JS48PPDUDB; JS42NXFXDW; JS48NXFXDW. Qualifying Accolade™ Vent model: JXD7836BS. All models may not be available at all dealers. No substitutes qualify. One claim per household. Offer is not cumulative and cannot be combined with any other offer. Some conditions may apply. Open to Canadian residents only. Offer is not available to dealers, builders or contractors. Offer is available on retail purchases only. See Sales Associates for Details. ®/TM © 2014. Jenn-Air. Used under license in Canada. All rights reserved.
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Hours:
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Phone: 250-378-2332