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Merritt Morning Market 3714 - July 20
Merritt Morning Market 3714 - July 20
KNIVES
$20 + taxes per
box of 1000 WE ARE HIRING!
MERRITT MORNING ingsvale Patina
While quantities Please
recycle
Pharmacy and Front Store
last! oupe
positions available immediately.
E-mail [email protected]
Office Supplies (250)378-6882 for details
Printing & Engraving (250)378-6808
1951 Garcia St., Merritt, BC 2037 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt BC
250-378-2155
WORLD CHESS DAY EDITION — JULY 20, 2022 #3714
gift certificate
News, opinion, community events since 1996! Box 2199, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8
Tel: (250) 378-5717 Fax: (250) 378-2025 Email: [email protected]
On special this week
100% Canadian
Grass fed, organicaa/aaa mapped at 2,058 hectares — the change We see this a lot on our old Hwy 5A.
BarOn Of Beef rOasts in size attributed to the growth that oc- Passing on double-line is not kool and
wholeCome
milk & yogurt
check us out!
curred Sunday afternoon, upslope on the
west flank of the fire.
not safe.
It's been told to the RCMP, they're
The crews working along the Stein aware of it, but there's nothing they can
Date
Valley walking path made great progress
putting with the hose lay and establish-
really do about this.
People should be responsible for (250) 378-5575
250-378-5575 • 1974 Quilchena Avenue
ing a sprinkler system. what they do. — Gilbert Mike [email protected]
ingsvale Patina
Work will also continue on the spot
fire that was found Monday morning Merritt Crown report
near the start of the Stein Valley Nla- Organizers of the Merritt Crown
mountain bike race are still coming
oupe
ka’pamux Heritage Park walking trail.
Merritt’s #1 Skincare & anti-aging bou- This certificate entitles
By end of the daytime operational period down even a month after the event...
Over 130 athletes started out the day and
tique with Paramedical Skin Specialist Anastaszia Cash that day, crews had extinguished a major-
The most advanced technology in the industry ity of the smokes found throughout the only 12 did not finish (DNF) — a huge
• Non-surgical real facelift (no anesthesia or downtime) day. Crews continue to patrol and extin- improvement from previous years.
• Men & Womens Hair Restoration • Laser hair removal guish any smokes and hot spots that pop The new Queen of the Crown is
• Acne & Scar reduction specialist as temperatures warm up. Amanda Racher of Salmon Arm; while
• Age spot, mole, skin tag, vein removal & more To recieve A representative from Lytton First King Brian Cooke of Canmore retained
www.desertdivasanddonsspa.com
Nation who specializes in archeological his title, crushing his previous record by
By appointment only 250-936-9200
site and cultural values is working with 30 minutes.
structure protection specialists and BC With help from event sponsors, vol-
THE LANDING ZONE unteers, and the racers, they raised
Wildfire Service crews to identify cultur-
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 096 $14,000 for the Merritt Rotary Club's Di-
1940 Quilchena Ave. Merritt GC al values along the beginning of the Stein
Valley walking path, and will be provid-
Authorized by - signature
saster Relief Fund for flood victims.
Community
250-378-5631 [email protected]
ing guidance and recommendations on
OPEN Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday
the best options for protection of them.
Summer Menu OPEN FROM 12:00 PM UNTIL CLOSING
Along the east flank, Lytton First Na- Music in the Park
TOONIE TUESDAYS Try our Bartenders Special Cocktails.
tion crews continue to extinguish pockets Music in the park goes each Thursday
Linda’s Fire, Bailee’s Bomb and The Landing Zone Martini at Rotary park 6-8pm. BYO chairs. July 21
MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY 7pm TO 9:30pm, watch for post- of heat and smokes found during their SPACE FOR YOUR AD
mop up and patrol efforts around struc- has The Doug James Band; July 28 - Atlas,
ers. No Cover Charge
aka Steve Atlas with his new band from TEL 378-5717 - FAX 378-4700
MEAT DRAWS EVERY SATURDAY 2:30 pm tures. 8 buildings have burned.
While the south, east and north flanks Vanoucver. [email protected]
We also have a hall to rent, along with bar and kitchen
Don’t need to be a member to attend of the fire were exhibiting minimal fire More Rockin River free tickets
activity yesterday, the western flank re- coming soon, expected today
mains active, and much of the terrain is Rockin River MusicFest is back this
steep and inoperable. year, July 28-31. Residents of Merritt &
Helicopters provided bucketing sup- Lower Nicola are entitled to free tickets
port and continue to have good success
on both the north and south flanks, al-
for Thursday night, supplied courtesy
of RockinRiver and available at the Bail-
Robert
lowing crews to safely continue directly
attacking the wildfire.
A state of local emergency was issued
lie House Visitor Ctre from LiveNation.
They'd run out of tickets, but more are on
the way, expected to arrive today.
Bertrand
by TNRD for Area I 'Blue Sky Country' TNRD info session for potential
on Friday, that will be in effect until July candidates
21. They, as well as Lytton First Nation, TNRD is inviting all potential candi-
also issued Evacuation Alerts and Evacu- dates for the position of Electoral Area
ation Orders for nearby areas. Director to attend an upcoming infor-
Prepare for potential mation session, on Thursday, July 28,
heat warnings
5-7pm in the Board Room of the TNRD
Civic Building fourth floor, 465 Victo-
BC can expect higher temperatures ria St. Participants can take part in-per-
as a high-pressure ridge moves into the son or virtually via Zoom, and the link
province that could result in heat warn- to attend the meeting virtually can be
ings this weekend or early next week. found at https://us06web.zoom.us/ NO
Environment and Climate Change j/85474795037#success. COVER ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION - LOUNGE
Canada predicts hot dry weather for Staff will provide general inf about:
many parts of BC, and while the current What to expect before, during and after CHARGE The Landing Zone
1940 Quilchena Ave., Merritt
forecast suggests a dip in daytime high the election; Key election legislation and
regulations; Important dates; Candidate FRIDAY, JULY 22, 2022
temperatures later this week, there is
potential for the high-pressure ridge to nomination process and requirements; 7:00PM TO 9:30PM
ramp up on the weekend and into next Voting and taking office; Responsibilities
week, which may lead to higher tem- of elected officials; and Expected time
peratures. commitment and compensation.
Summertime in Spirit Square
Home is where the ART is.
Although heat is expected, bodies of There will also be a question and an- “Food is our common
water remain cool for this time of year swer session with a panel of TNRD elect- ground. A universal
and may pose a risk of hypothermia to ed officials. The General Local Elections
experience.”
people exposed to cold water for a pro- take place on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022. James Beard
Mother Called. A man answers the phone and June 30 - August 7, 2022
has the following conversation: "Yes, mother, I've Reception Friday,
had a hard day. Colleen has been very difficult - I July 15, 4-7pm
know I ought to be more firm, but it is hard. Well,
you know how she is. Yes, I know you warned
COME JOIN US IN SPIRIT SQUARE! C O M E V I S I T T H E G A L L E R Y AT T H E N I C O L A VA L L E Y A R T S C E N T R E
2051 Voght St., Merritt, BC | www.nicolavalleyarts.com | [email protected] | 250-378-6515 up from the phone and calls to his wife in the next 2051 Voght St., Merritt, BC | www.nicolavalleyarts.com | [email protected] | 250-378-6515
CUSTOM MUGS
WEDNESDAY EDITION — JULY 20, 2022 #3714
Box 2199, Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 T: (250) 378-5717 F: (250) 378-2025 E: [email protected]
Merritt’s Auto Glass 2001
FREE: canopy fits 02 F150 378-3496 HIGH qual. restaurant dishes, plain wht Specialists INC.
gift certificate
LOST: July 12 at Service BC. Sml blk NIGHTRIDER EXTREME series 20 378-3734
purse with hand-held strap. On front it inch curved LED Light bar w/ full wir- for sale - furniture
has a pouch for cellphone. Pls contact ing harness. EUC. Light bar is extremely
Bernice 778-444-9847 bright, high intensity light, NOT street le- BEAUTIFUL wood kitchn table, 4
GENERAL HELP wanted please. gal (requires light covers installed when chairs & bench $200. 378-3496
Merritt’s #1 Skincare & anti-aging bou- Cleaning, maybe driving. 378-0870 driving on street/hwy). $200obo. Text/ SOLID WD queen bd w/ match. end tbls
call 315-5128 $500 for the set 236-889-4188
tique with Paramedical Skin Specialist Anastaszia Cash RESP., reliable home support worker,
req'd to assist older person w/ house 2016 CHEV Silverado LTZ 1500 4×4 5.3L NEW patio swing $225. 778-661-0905
The most advanced technology in the industry cleaning. Refs req'd. Apply to box 592, crew cab w/ 101705 km $41,000 378-5140 CHILD'S BED, solid wood head and
• Non-surgical real facelift (no anesthesia or downtime) Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 WRECKING two 06 Ford Escapes, lots foot boards with mattress. Like new $225
MERRITT BAPTIST CHURCH look- brand new parts, 2 sets winter tires on Merritt cell 250-572-3329
• Men & Womens Hair Restoration • Laser hair removal
ing for someone to mow lawn, $20/mow rims, 1 brand new set summer tires on HIGH TABLE with two chairs in great
• Acne & Scar reduction specialist Pastor Narayan Mitra 378-2464 rims 378-3496 condition $75. Two round banquet tables
• Age spot, mole, skin tag, vein removal & more AA MEETINGS are held each Monday ALUM. DRY BOX for back of truck 2’ x $20ea. Office desk 1 year old bought
at 12 noon at the United Church, 1899 2’ x 5’ $300. Lewis 778-661-0986 from city furniture $50. 525-0392
www.desertdivasanddonsspa.com
By appointment only 250-936-9200
Date
Quilchena Ave.
services
FORD BACK BUMPER for wide box
off 97 F150, $75. Lewis 778-661-0986
SONY TV STAND with 2 glass shelves.
Silver color. 47.25 in L by 16 in wide. (250) 378-5575
250-378-5575 • 1974 Quilchena Avenue
SCRAP FOR CASH. I'll come to you.
Batteries, brass copper, aluminum, stain-
2008 MOTORCYCLE 250cc/scooter,
gd running cond. 525km, lk nw $2500
OTF older pick up Lewis 778-661-0986
Height is 16 inches. $20 250-319-2680
QU SIZE bed w/ bedding 315-8256
FREE: buffet & hutch, gd shape 378-5546
[email protected]
less, wire. Call or msg 604-618-8710,
or email the [email protected] Fast
4 16” STEEL rims for older gm or ford
8-bolt $100obo 315-0074
OFFICE desk 378-2832
ANTIQUE desk, some hand carving,
Are you okay? I am here for you.
servuce,
TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly weight
4 BLACK Chrysler/Jeep rims 17" $100
John 378-6138
made 1800’s, drawers, needs tlc, barley
twist legs $600. China cabinet from It will be okay.
This certificate entitles
loss support group. Meet Tuesday morn- Knock on Wood in Burnaby, honey oak
ings. FMI Iris (250)378-8182 2016 CHEV Cruse ltd edition, 138k, 7.3
WOODY'S tree service & more: land-
lts/100km, driving lts syst./fog lts, xtra
set wntrs exc cond on rims $15,000obo
Rose 378-4139
9-DRWR chest of drawers w/ mirror
ImagineU, living, healthy.
scaping, fencing, handyman work, etc. Roger 280-6207 $100. 6 seat oak table $200. 4-tier heavy
315-8087
LAWN CUTTING, reas. rates 280-7492 for sale - pets / livestock wire bakers rack w/ glass shelves $50. VIRTUAL WELLNESS
Sml tv stand $10. No delivery 378-0870
ONE WOMAN AND A BRUSH. Paint-
er, available, only diff. is the price. 15
FREE: white rooster 378-4047 SINGLE wood child's bedframe $20 COACHING SERVICES
WTD: adopt or buy 2 min. donkeys. Bur- 280-0779
lilacconspiracy. years experience. Ann 378-5377
To recieve
JPV ENTERPRISES: Landscaping -
mese mtn dog/Austr. shepherd x. Have for sale - electronics/software
own acreage. 378-7435
email Wendy's Wonderland
[email protected]
wordpress.com
lawn care, pruning, hedging, gardening. ECOFLEX Columbia Bunny Hutch, up- 25" SAMSUNG computer monitor
Lic'd, equipped. On Facebook. 280-7077 per (den) level & lower (grass). Cd use Syncmaster vw 2253 $50. 25" Toshiba
'KEEP EM SHARP' ...knife & tool for broody hen/chicks. $350. 378-2410 flatscreen tv $45. HP Photosmart C4480
sharpening. Make your tasks easier by PET TRANSPORT CARRIERS: all-in-one printer/scanner/copier $50
keeping your tools sharp. Ross 315-8550 Large 33Lx21Wx26H $70. Medium 29 L 778-389-9365
DRYWALL, textured ceiling, painting. x20Wx23H $50. Small 16Lx10Wx10H UNIDEN scanner, nw in bx $250 280-9951
Call Jeff (250)378-3709, (250)315-2066 $20. 378-6787 PEAVEY $10 378-8140
GC CERTIFIED TREE FALLER, w/ wd
chipper, sml truck & trailer, will do resi-
dential, fruit trees, etc. 378-6431
Authorized by - signature
WHITE male guinea pig free 936-9208 27” SONY tv w/ jacks for dvd & vcr, have
PUREBRED Ayam Cemani rooster, 6 manual 378-1711, text 250-809-1217
months old $75 604-839-8383 32" SANYO Flatscreen TV $50. 50"
EAGER, RELIABLE man w/ 4x4 truck ADORABLE Doodle Puppies! $3500 Flatscreen TV $75 280-0779
SPACE FOR YOUR AD & trailer, avail. Dump runs, deliveries, To excellent homes only. One male / one 500W amp & 4 100w speakers, w/ 100ft
TEL 378-5717 - FAX 378-4700
plywood, sand, gravel, appl., housewares female. 378-3748 high-end speaker wire. Offrs 378-7169
Greg 315-7525, (250)320-2054 Fast, NAKAMICHI RE-2 am/fm stereo re-
courteous service for sale - miscellaneous
ceiver $220 incl. manual/rem. control. Na-
[email protected] employment opportunity ELECT. 2-whl scooter, nw batt., lk nw kamichi MV-4 cd player $175 7-disc mu-
$700 firm 315-7771 sic bank system. Both high-end 315-5264
LABOURERS WANTED- Nicola Post 11-PC fondu set, new $10. Elvis statue
& Rail. Positions available -full time still in box/nw, offers. Brand new toilet for sale - recreational
(mon - fri), part time, evening shifts, support rail, still in box $20 315-6603 BICYCLE, gd cond, 18-spd $40 315-7771
weekend shifts, and seasonal. Wage $22
per hour. Please apply if you are willing FREE 50 cassette tapes country and 73 REINELL 17' runabout boat, 65hp,
to work in an outside environment and rock. 936-8717 running, registered trailer w/ new tires
have strong work ethic. No mill experi- 32" METAL door right-hand, used, 30" $1200obo 315-7820
ence necessary. Call Tony 250-319-9891 fibreglass door left-hand. $165 each, HOMEMADE go-cart, nds to be fin-
P-T SEMI-RETIRED Handyman come with frames 378-4572 ished, 11hp Honda eng. $200 firm
required for bldg. repairs and ground- 3 BOXES of 80 coffee pods Van Houte 378-2370
work for multiple buildings. Call Robert $50/all. Ladies size large Depends 132 00 TERRY trailer, 26-ft.1-slide,$8000
936-8243 count $50. 936-8717 will consider offers. Must sell 387-7412
HOMEMAKER WANTED immedi- VELUX SKYLIGHT, standard size KAYAK RACKS – 2 sets J-type with
ately. Must have all Covid vaccine shots. 2 feet x 4 feet $50. Compare to at least straps, fit most roof-rack crossbars. Eas-
Have own transportation. $16.50 - $200 new. 315-1669 ily installed & removed. Fit all kayaks.
$20.00 depending on qualifications. Ph AREA RUG, beige, approximately 10 $110 both sets, $70 one set. Also roof-
SW @ (250)378-6141 x6 $10. 378-9849 rack crossbar for Subaru Forester $40.
CARPENTRY FINISHER/ General 400 SQ FEET of good quality used 378-2468
labour. Contact Cory 250-319-4497 or flooring. Blonde color. $25 obo. Call or 00 TERRY trlr, 26', 1 slide-out $9000
Noel 236-597-4000. Experience pre- text 378-7471 378-7412
ferred FORKS & KNIVES available at Merritt 04 TERRY trailer in great shape just
WANTED Drywallers: Experience pre- Printing & Office Supplies, $20 + taxes, needs a few repairs. $6500 936-8717
ferred, For more information Contact Si- box of 1000, while quantities last! 1951 EXCALIBUR Axion crossbow, lifetime
mon at (250)826-4810 Garcia St or call 250-378-6882
ABCO WATERPROOFING & SUN- warr., fired 6 times $425 OTF WHY.
DECKS (DURADEK). Wanted Du- CHAIN LINK fencing white 3 ft high & Text/call 315-9789
radek installer, experience preferred but 50 ft long, also 5 ft high & 65 ft long ask- 83 HONDA XR200R dirtbike, gd cond.,
willing to train. Serious inquiries only. ing $150/both. And add a chain link gate garage-kept $2700 378-6915
Contact Don Thomas at 250 554 2156 or 10ft x5 ft asking $250. Also, 3 whirlybird 2000 TERRY trailer, 26-ft, 1 slideout
Toll Free 1 866 554 2156 roof wind ventilation units $30 ea. (table & sofa) $9000 378-7412
280-0569
for sale - appliances MARIN 26" mountain bike, lrg bskt,
DESIGNER handbag, nw/still in bx. exc shape $300. Newport Supercycle w/
PORT. air conditioner $200. Old com- 2 dinner sets: 1 unbreakable, 1 china, 6-spd, exc shape $125 280-0543
mercial meat slicer $200 378-3496 in box/nvr opened. Lrg juicer. Canner
MELITTA coffee maker, 8 cups $20. & 6 bottles. King matt., vry gd cond. RECUMBENT exercise bike $140obo
315-6603 378-2047 378-6915
BLACK & DECKER Rotisserie Con- ESTATE SALE: antique iron kitchen COMPL. SET GOLF CLUBS, incl.
vection Oven (new-never used) $70. range, deep cast iron claw-type bath tub, wheel bag, shoes sz 9-1/2, retriever $85
378-9849
UNIQUE, classic 30" gas range, never
large solid wood cabinet, hutch, etc. Plus 378-6217
a never used electric kitchen stove. Toilet EXERCISE bike. Gazelle air walker Check out
bowls w/ lids, etc. Holger 250-462-5408 315-8256
used $800 firm 378-9453
MAYTAG washer & Samsung dryer, NEW & USED canning jars 378-5165 RARE 1964 AVION TRAILER, 24ft.
TRUCK utility box. Pellet stove. Assort. Completely gutted, except for shower &
our feature
newer style $300/pr 280-0543
INGLIS Superb Sentinel Syst. fridge,
freezer on top, beige, 30"wx30"dx-
windows & sliding patio door 378-2832 overhead cabinets. Fun project for some-
one who loves these little tin trlrs. Sky's
ELVIS COLLECTOR PLATES, 19 the limit how it can be finished! $6500.
photo -
plates from 80s & 90s c/w blck rings [email protected] FMI & pics
51.5"h, inter. great cond. $250 315-5115
PORTABLE Broil King bbq 378-2737 $900obo 315-0074
FREE: box full quilting & art magazines
BAG BOY push cart $70 378-8140
every issue
MASTERBUILT MPS 230S propane
smoker. BNIB. $275. Text/call 315-5128 (Somerset Studios, Quilting Arts, Down for sale - tools/equipment
3-PCE Reverse Osmosis Membrane Under Quilts, Cloth Paper Scissors, MILLER INDUSTRIAL Arc Welder
5600 Econominder Model. Wrkng cond. Amerian Quilter, Quilt Mania), great $200. 604-868-8417