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KIJHL issues statement regarding "new" league
The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) has issued a statement regarding an announcement by eight clubs to leave the KIJHL and operate a league outside the sanctioning of Hockey Canada. This week, it was announced that the eight teams: Chase Heat, 100 Mile House Wranglers, Castlegar Rebels, Creston Val...
10h ago
FRAUD FRIDAYS: Service Scams
As the number of frauds and scams continues to grow in the Nicola Valley, Merritt & Nicola Valley Crime Stoppers, and Q101 are teaming up to present Fraud Fridays, a feature designed to inform those in the community of the dangers of fraud, what they should look for, and what to do if they are a victim of fraud. Ma...
19h ago
Music In The Park Series Looking for Performers
Even though summer is a few months away, Janet Allsopp is busy reaching out to artists and entertainers hoping to perform for the City of Merritt's "Music In The Park" concert series, beginning in July. "The "Music In The Park" series has become so popular, that we had people inquire about perf...
Apr 02, 2026
Easter Eggstravaganza returns to Merritt
The City of Merritt will once again be welcoming the Easter Bunny to the Nicola Valley on Saturday for the annual Easter Eggstravaganza celebration. This year's event will be held at Central Park beginning Saturday at 10:00 a.m. for a morning of fun and treats. Those with youngsters : Aged 4 years and under will be on ...
Apr 02, 2026
Eight junior hockey teams to leave KIJHL, form independent league
Eight junior hockey teams have announced intentions to break away from the Hockey Canada-affiliated Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) and form their own independent league. The Western International Junior Hockey League (WIJHL) will consist of the Chase Heat, 100 Mile House Wranglers, Castlegar Rebels...
Apr 02, 2026
