Community

Last chance for MSS apples pies

If you missed the MSS apples pies, thereare still some available to purchase, contactRose 378-9140.

Learn to paint

Painter Jean Kiegerl has set up somewatercolour & acrylic painting classes to be held over the next few months, and hasa brochure outlining the options. As well,today & tomorrow, she will be at CreativeCo. during the afternoons to answer ques-tions for anyone who might be interested.As well, she has devised an “instant crashcourse” — just 10 minutes — to learn todraw (even if you only think you candraw stick figures!) FMI call Jean 378-2733, or drop in at Creative Co.

CROP Weekend

Open to the public, please come ondown to the Civic Centre and check outthis great activity —CROPWeekend, allweekend scrap booking!!! Fri. Jan. 135pm-1am, Sat Jan 14 9am-1am & Sun, Jan 15 9am-4pm. $25 gets you a 8’ table,coffee, tea, water and snacks all week-end. Plus there will be a Big Shot die cut-ting machine and dies, access to scrap- booking vendors and a chance to windoor prizes. FMI 315-1050.

Merritt Live Theatre Society AGM

Friday, Jan. 13, 6:00-7:30pm in theNVIT cafeteria, a potluck dinner, please bring a dish of something tasty to share.Memberships are $10 for general membership, $5 for youth (17 and under).FMImerrittlivetheatresociety@gmail.com orcheck their Facebook page.

Dementia & Alzheimer’s presentation

The Florentine will host a scaled-down encore presentation on Dementia& Alzheimer’s presented by theAlzheimer’s Society of BC, in their the-atre on Jan. 16, 8am-12noon. FMI TheFlorentine 378-5300 to reserve yourseat(s) asap as seating is limited.

Diabetes self-management program

Free 6-session workshopprogramcovering a range of strategies and toolsto help you manage diabetes and relatedsymptoms to enhance daily activities.Once a week, for 2-1/2 hours starting Jan. 17, 9am-1130 am at Sumac Gardens#100. FMI Vivian McBee 378-5107 ext:8514 or Denise Charters 378-6170.

Drop in lacrosse

Thursday nights at CMS, 7-9pm.

Call for garlic vendors

Pete & Becky Ratzlaff are looking forvendors who grow and produce prod-ucts or fresh garlic, to participate in theirgarlic festival & antique tractor show atSmith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola, lastweekend in September. FMI call Beckyor Pete, 378-4199.

Community Art Show call for art

The Commuity Art Show runs Feb 3-25,deadline to submit work is 6pm Thursday, Feb. 1. Submit projects that you have created& feel is art — and is worth sharing. They are limited by the space at the gallery, butthey’ll attempt to find a spot for all submitted and accepted work. FMI 1840 Nicola Ave.,378-6515 or 378-5718, Kathi.courthouse.gallery@gmail.com

20th annual Volleyfest

The Merritt Volleyball Assoc. is looking forward to their biggest tournament ever! Schedules as follows: Mixed Apr. 13, 14 & 15; Ladies Apr27, 28, & 29. Early bird special available, all the details available online: www.mer-rittvolleyball-association.com This year's theme is "Superheroes/ Villains".Prizeswill be given out at the social to the best dressed!!

Truck driver identified

Winnipeg truck driver Dilbara Singh,44 years of age, was killed in the multi-truck crash on the Coq earlier this week.Evidently, he was killed when he got out of his truck after it had been hit, struck byanother semi in a chain-reaction crash. His body was found after several hours, underthe cab of the second truck in the crash.

Merritt RCMP S/Sgtstole & used cocaine

Wednesday afternoon, Mike Sekela,the Chief Superintendent responsible forthe RCMPSoutheast District, held apress meeting in Chilliwack to "advise of an investigation that involves the MerrittRCMPDetachment Commander."Last Friday, Jan. 6, Merritt's Staff SgtStuart Seib self-disclosed his actions to afellow RCMPofficer: that he had stolenand used drug exhibits — specificallycocaine — from the evidence locker.Apparently, there were multiple thefts. Hewas arrested Tuesday, charged with theft(additional charges are anticipated) andsuspended from duty with access topolice facilities revoked. Asuspensionwithout pay is being recommended, andthat issue should be dealth with today.Seib was transferred from Clearwaterin November 2011, and investigatorswill go back over his 18-year RCMPcareer to determine whether any otheroffences may have taken place. An auditof all exhibits formerly under Seib’s con-trol will also take place."While the alleged actions of thismember are extremely troubling, theyare clearly not representative of the highmoral and ethical standards of the vastmajority of the members of the RCMP,"said Sekela.CTV was in town yesterday, gettingthe word on the street, seeing how resi-dents are grappling with the news.While some residents may be shocked,Merrittonians have seen their fair shareof RCMPsensational criminal conduct— Don White (S/Sgt who harrassedNancy Sulz to the point that she wasawarded $1million+ in the 1st law suit of its kind); Saxon Peters (the first RCMPmember ever charged with torture);Monte Robinson (one of the 3 who killedRobert Dziekanski at the Vancouver air-port & who later killed a cyclist with hisSUV while intoxicated then fled thescene). And there’s the constant shuffleof officers in & out of this town —almost like the catholic brothers — aboutwhich we never know any solid details.But we also know those officers whorelocate to Merritt & become knit intothe fabric of the community — and whogive the RCMPwhatever good name it’sstill got. You know who you are...

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Friday,January 13 5pm-1amSaturday,January 14 9am-1amSunday,January 15 9am-4pmJanuary 11 – February 1,20123:30-4:30pmCost:$20Ages 2-6Register now at

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Mini Zumba

2 OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM:Jan.13 – Feb.17,$80 for 6 weeksORJan 13- Apr 6,$160 for 12 weeks

Merritt’s Biggest LoserChallenge

Challenge includes:Gym membership and access to City Fitness programs,plusconsultations with a BCRPA accredited personal trainer anda registered dietician who will give you healthy eating ideasand fitness challenges to keep you motivated during theentire program!Price breakdown:Gym/Pool Membership

(6 wks) = $72.57 (12 wks) = $145.14

Abs Only (x2)

(6 wks) = $22.50 (12 wks) = $45.00

Boot Camp

(6 wks) = $37.50 (12 wks) = $75.00

Women ‘n’ Weights

(6 wks) = $37.50 (12 wks) = $75.00

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“Merritt,B.C.,overrun by stray cats”

“The Nicola Valley Animal Rescue says more than 500 feral cats roam the streetsof Merritt, B.C. The group has been feeding the stray cats, frustrating some resi-dents and bylaw officers.”