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GUARDIANS OF NICOLA LAKE
CHAMBER DISSOLVED
Signs have been installed around the lake, hoping to drive up awareness of the dangers of algae blooms and more.
The Merritt Chamber of Commerce has voted to dissolve after a lack of both financial support and membership.
THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026
UPPER NICOLA PARTNERS FOR WIND PROJECT
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Nicola Wind Project will be the largest windfarm in Canada
JAKE COURTEPATTE
newsroom@merrittherald.com
Details have been released regarding a joint venture between Upper Nicola Band and Elemental Energy Renewables, in what will be the largest windfarm in the country. The project was one of four announced last week by the B.C. government, titled the Nicola Wind Project, which was given a 30-year electricity purchase agreement. PHOTO/HARIT JOSHI
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The Backyard Ultra fundraising race saw around 30 competitors take to the streets of Merritt last weekend. PHOTOS pg. 11
This spring, our door is open— whether you need help or just want to say hello.
Tony Luck MLA for Fraser Nicola #112, 1700 Garcia Street Merritt, BC, V1K 1 B8 Call: 236-900-4926 Email: tony.luck.mla@leg.bc.ca Office Hours Mon-Thur 9am-3pm, Fri by appointment Sat-Sun & Stats closed