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THIS WEEK LOGGERS PEN LETTER A letter by a number of Nicola Valley Logging Contractors, addressed to Minister of Forests Bruce Ralston, seeks clarity on local forestry issues. /PAGE 3
NEW FARM FUNDING The province recently announced new funding to help farms and ranches become more resilient to the floods, fires, and extreme heat seen in /PAGE 8 recent years.
INDIGENOUS FEATURE A special feature supported by the community including stories on Indigenous artists, veterans, culture, and events. June 21 is Indigenous /PAGE 16 Peoples Day.
The Merritt Community Policing Office is offering bike registration in partnership with Project 529 to prevent bike theft as the weather warms up. Call 250-378-3955 for more information.
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NVIT’s Class of 2023 grads are escorted to their graduation ceremony by faculty, staff, Elders, and community members. Story/Page 17
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A local motorcycle drag racer is having a successful season so far, with podium finishes at a number of recent events across Canada and North /PAGE 31 America.
Kamloops - 259 Tranquille Rd. 250-554-1501 Merritt - 2013 Quilchena Ave. 250-378-9686 Salmon Arm - 420 TCH 250-833-1414 Westwood Mixer & Smoke Port Coquitlam - Unit 101 2748 Loughheed Hwy 604-944-2838