Today is work harder day….
National have fun at work day coming Jan 25th 21
There is a balance in life it seems , make it happen I guess.
On this Day: January 12th 475 CE
Emperor Zeno flees Constantenople.
Category: Crime and punishment
Early this month a person allegedly fired shots at the local police station bring the Mounties out to see what was what. The body of a young man was found between the building and a skate park. The mans body was cordoned off over night waiting for out of town investigators.
Some facts are bringing the police here to ask for understanding in the situation that may have caused a young man to make a statement with a weapon and then use it to take his life.
” We see people on the worst day of their life” is the context that the police seem to be asking for broad understanding of their role as well as the situations of others in some trouble.
The Mounties reaffirm their commitment to the general public safety of the community.
File Photo KDG
Stay safe understand….
Gasoline is a buck nine . nine a liter at the down town Petro Can in Merritt British Columbia Canada. After many weeks of $169.9 the gas price has dropped first to one Eleven and now to $109.9 Still the lowest price in BC today is $98.9 and and average of $115.8 and trending up.
Trans Mountain line from Alberta Remains Full..
The negitive prices that were seen at the top of the lock down are not likley as jet B fuel is projected to be low demand until 2026.
The aviation sector consumed almost 8% of oil products globally in 2019, or almost 7.5 million barrels per day according to Bloomberg NEF’s 2020 Aviation Fuel Outlook. In 2020, Covid-19 has grounded much of the world’s aircraft, leading to almost a halving of fuel consumption. Long-term, however, appetite for air travel should continue to grow. With few alternatives and without significant policy intervention, air miles will continue to be powered by fossil fuels. This research note analyzes the key themes driving consumption of aviation fuels to 2050.
Bloomberg
Good luck on your driving habits and stay safe remember the Restrictions on travel this Christmas.
On this Day: December 9th 1996
Gwen Jacob found not Guilty….
On this Day: May 1st 1889
May Day becomes international workers day after the Chicago Haymakers trouble.
Wine in moderation can be a healthy thing however it is said that the health benefit is not enough to start drinking,
Embrace the positive benefits of this celebrated activity, it has been an important part of many occasions. Best of all you don’t do it alone!
On this Day: February 18th 1957
The last legal execution in New Zealand.
Oldest franchise in the BCHL
The Merritt Centennials lost out to the Coquitlam Express last night 9- 2. The team is said to be out of the playoff contention. Things started going bad in the 1st period according to reports.
The Cents opened the scoring just 1:10 into the game after Rylan Van Unen picked a pocket at the blueline, danced in and rang a shot off the post that Daniel Tkac was able to find and fire into the partially open cage to make it 1-0. The teams traded chances until the 7:47 mark when the Express started to blast back. Greg Lapointe answered to tie the game, then that seemed to open the flood gates as the Cnts didn’t have any answers for the high powered Express. Will Margel, Josh Wildauer, Wyatt Head, and Cooper Connell all added tallies to put Coquitlam up 5-1 after 1. Ryan Winter was chased from the net after the 4th goal, with Marshall coming in for relief. Shots after 1 were 14-14.
Source Merritt Centennials
Newly reorganized…
The team is said to have been reorganized for this year with few returning players. Perhaps the pressure will be off for remaining lame duck games. If there are any
However the team seems to be responsive to pressure as their most recent win was while short. Over thinking may be a dynamic here. The next game would have been February 15th in Merritt against Salmon Arm. The game is listed as if neccesary..
On this Day: February 13th 1993
James Bulger is abducted.
File photo KDG
Rose Behar reported two years ago that Telus CEO Entwistle had big plans for internet in BC including multi fixture use capacity of up to 5 household items.Entwistle said developments are already taking place in terms of preparation but that activity will be heightened by the second half of the 2019-2020 fiscal year. He further noted that the carrier plans to deploy all manner of spectrum in support of the new wireless generation, from 600MHz spectrum to 3.5GHz to mmWave spectrum.The CEO also noted he was excited about the “synergistic nature” of the fibre and 5G combination.
Two years on it is Safer Internet Day and most of us still relay on authorities and presume that internet is safe, so be happy and use that public trust wisely by staying civil and careful with the use of this service.
Read more at MobileSyrup.com: Telus expects its 5G development to ramp up by the second half of 2019-2020 fiscal year
Higher speed more impact:
Have fun…
On this Day: February 4th 1801
John Marshall made Justice of the supreme court in the US.
According to holidaysandobservnces.com today January 24th is Beer Can Appreciation Day, The current BC government doubled the deposit on beverage containors in November of 2019. The person above said she had 15 dollars worth ,that was before the increase. We can imagine that she appreciates the raise. Maybe she will inspire you to appreciate Beer Can Appreciation Day.. Thank your lucky stars!
National Beer Can Appreciation Day Activities
- Buy beer…. in cans. Doesn’t matter to me where you buy your beer.
- Marvel at those beautiful beer containers. When ready, remove a single can from packaging,…
- Drink the nectar within. Now crack that bad boy and enjoy the flavor that has been kept air tight…
On this Day: January 24th 1915
The Battle of Doggers bank.
It was good to see this change of heart demonstrated some years back. It could be said that the Community Policing office locating near this shop had a something to do with it and a change of attitude.
2026 Granite Ave Merritt BC
There still is a CPO in Merritt it is now at 2026 Granite avenue. It is more inviting then a police station and likes community involvement. The office has information on programs and often offers ways to be pro active about trouble.
Editors Note: Trouble is the addiction of the unwise…PP
On this Day: December 20th 1955
Cardiff becomes the capital of Wales.
Counting birds this Sunday…
File photo KDG
Coordinated with the Audubon’s annual count the Nicola Naturalists will be out this coming Sunday.
You don’t have to be an expert birder to participate in Christmas Bird Counts. Participants spend all or part of the day in a group covering a specific section of the 22-km diameter count circle. It is a great way to get to know the local winter birds and contribute to the world’s longest-running citizen science project. For more details on the Merritt CBC keep checking this website or contact nicolanaturalists@gmail.com
Source NNS
On this Day: December 11th 1962
Last criminal execution in Canada.
Office party time coming up…
One glass of wine can impair you for driving according to ICBC.
On this Day: November 21st 1905
The mass energy equivalent formula is published.
Trouble in paradise
On this Day: November 12th 1793
Paris France’s first mayor goes to Madame Guillotine
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