To the seasons of life
Gary Taylor Handlen December 1 2014 Charged for murder of a local child in 1978. Handlen processed early December 2014 at the end of an election cycle that saw a new mayor elected. Pressure on officials is apparent.
The March for awareness seems to have been coordinated with the provincial budget. In the group is former Merritt Mayor Clara Norgaard , and her Daughter City Councilor Diana Norgaard. Me
On this Day: February 22 1959
Lee Petty wins the Daytona 500 for the first time.
Wheel of knowledge
File Photo KDG
There is a health and wellness show at the Merritt Civic center on February 3rd 2018.
The booths include Planet Fitness, 3 Bar Farms, Dr. SK Saint and more, there is a 3 hr Cause for the Fitness Challenge with a 1:30 PM start 15 years old an over 30 dollars. Some proceeds to Body Love Scholarship. Register at the Civic Center 250-315-1050 .
Free admission to the public, the show runs from 9 am to 12 pm. Merritt Civic Center, 195
On this Day: January 30th 1969
The Beatles last public performance.
Yesterday a fully loaded logging truck clipped a 2500 series GM Pick up in the intersection of Nicola and Voght in Merritt. Both drivers left the vehicles to inquire as to the well being of the other. Thankfully no seemed hurt.
Thank your lucky stars for your good condition and health you never no when it might change.
Drive safe keep accounts with people short…
On this Day: January 26th 1911 The Curtis seaplane flies for the first time.
Broken sign, no contract…. File Photo KDG
The gasoline prices going into the American Thanksgiving weekend are from $1.29.9- $1.32.9 a liter. Long weekends should not effect prices as oil is done by futures contacts. However as a trigger to action we in Canada could reduce our driving by regulating speed, tuning up autos, pooling, planning trips to advantage, not driving unnecessarily.
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) works with provinces and territories, other government departments, and Canadian and international groups to explore how to meet our energy needs and adapt to changes in distribution methods while considering the environmental impact of doing so.
Canadian crude oil and petroleum product inventories have been relatively stable for the last five years. Inventory levels for some products, such as gasoline and furnace oil, fluctuate significantly over the year. Demand for these products is very seasonal and at its peak can exceed the production capacity of refineries. Therefore, refiners need to anticipate the peak consumption periods by building inventories in advance. Gasoline inventories increase during the first quarter of the year and are used during the summer months to supplement refinery production. Furnace oil stocks grow during the fall and are drawn during the coldest months of winter when demand is at its highest level. Source Canadian Government.
Sixty percent of Americans are traveling this weekend, slow down and save a little gas in your travels, better your chances to arrive alive and save some grief. Delay a pipeline a minute without costly retail gas prices encouraging it.
On this Day: November 24th 1973
An oil supply crisis sees a speed limit put on the German Autobahn , it lasts 4 months.
The BC Government of is leading a working group about the threat of asbestos in the work place; “the number one killer of workers in BC”.
The group is seeking input formal, informal input of any kind on the safe use, handling, removal, abatement and disposal.
Public input can be given through the next few weeks at the BC Ministry of Labour, contact John Blakely.
Black Beard the pirate ( Edward Teach) is killed by the Royal Navy.
When it comes it can be something to manage File photo KDG
Situations can go bad fast in weather be prepared and think thing through. Video cams at the Drive BC site over conditions seen in real time.
The Canadian Broadcasting Company is formed.
City buses
The City of Merritt is having A draw for a free bus pass, you need to qualify by identify four places were photos of route items are. The photos are on the poster you can enter by giving your answer to a driver or go to the society office 2185 Voght street (under city hall.) The prize will be awarded on November 15th at the service’s. anniversary.
The City runs two buses through the city and out to Lower Nicola.
On this Day: October 24th 1901
First successful trip over the Niagara falls in a barrel.
Campaign office that Dean Morrison worked at in 2013:file photo
The crime stoppers organization has handbills out concerning the missing person Dean Morrison. The local Merritt resident and father of three was 44 years old when last seen on October 22nd 2013.
Dean was working at the Stump lake ranch after spending time as a volunteer in the campaign of a long time established politician.
Crime stoppers have a confidential system for people to report information they have about possible crimes.
Most programs also accept anonymous tips online using our secure and encrypted web-tip form. Select your community tab below.
Web tip or telephone tip, you will never be identified.
We don’t use call display.
We don’t want your name, phone number or email address … we only want your information.
You will never have to testify in court.
You could receive a cash reward of up to $2000 upon an arrest and charge.
Editors Note: Since Crime Stoppers is as its name suggests a prosecution tool, and a vigorous defence may compel all witness involvement then it follows that any action should be soberly considered. The best reward to contemplate would be compassion for the family. PP
Regrets
File Photo KDG
Schools back today watch for speed zones, a moment of inattention can be a lifetime of regret.
On this Day September 5th 1836
Sam Houston becomes the first elected President of Texas.
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broken sign no contract….
Photo KDG
The gasoline price is at $1.10.9 cents a liter today a day before the long week end starts. The price represents a stable driving season and a management attitude by consumers. The absence of the McMurray fire this year may have something to do with it and the Shell Station off Belshaw Avenue has not gone without supply as yet this season as was the case last season. At this writing a fuel truck is delivering there for the weekend.
The drought sign has gone up from normal meaning conditions are dryer act accordingly.
Gas buddy says that all Merritt gas stations are on price. The average price is $1.22.3 and the lowest is 94.9 in BC. Trending up…
On this Day: August 3rd 1859
The American Dental association is founded.
File Photo KDG
The United States adopted its flag on June 14th 1777. It has gained associated credibility in number of conflicts and lost some of it in others. The equality of people was supported in the US revolution, being self evident. Further no taxation without representation and other ideals it has stood for have made for a bloody and conflict ridden path for “old glory” to follow in the pursuit of freedom.
The US is also one of the most incarcerating countries in the world and is less forgiving to those that mix up liberty with licence.
Editors note: US incarceration rate is 716 persons per 100 thousand, they hold 22 percent of the world prisoners, and spent approaching 80 billion in 2007. The US is less then 5 percent of the worlds population. 2007 US Justice
2017: 660 odd to 100,000
On this Day: June 14th 1946
Donald Trump born, Jamaica Medical Center NY.
Pay attention
File photo KDG
The law enforcers are viewing the month of March as distracted driving month. Fines are big and patience little. Its not just cell phones its anything from emotional upset to…
The point is pay the required amount of attention to driving…
On this Day: March 24th 1837
Canadian men of African extraction given the right to vote…
Hey Merit what do you say?
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