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Aey Arts The northern lights lit up the Nicola Valley night sky recently, a rare phenomenon that delighted and surprised many Merritt locals. EDITORIAL /PAGE 6
A new mural has been painted by Karianne Kroeker and Brooklyn Harris of the Nicola Valley Arts Council in the back alley of Quilchena and Granite Avenues.
CEMETERY DESIGN
RODEO RECAP
SILVER AND GOLD
Merritt City Council approved a new design for the Cityowned Pine Ridge Cemetery at their most recent regular meeting.
See the results of this year’s Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo, the 63rd annual, along with some action shots from the weekend.
A number of local seniors brought home medals from the 55+ BC Seniors games, including in tennis and floor curling.
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