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Bill Metcalfe

Bill Metcalfe

I have lived in Nelson since 1994 and worked as a reporter at the Nelson Star since 2015. I report on a mix of topics including municipal government, social issues and the arts with my work earning several provincial journalism awards.

Phone
250-352-1890
Email
bill.metcalfe@nelsonstar.com

Recent Work by Bill

B.C. Timber Sales plans logging, wildfire mitigation in Bonnington area

B.C. Timber Sales plans logging, wildfire mitigation in Bonnington area

BCTS says it will work with locals to create a community watershed plan
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New Kootenay Lake ferry still on track for 2026 completion, 2027 sailing

New Kootenay Lake ferry still on track for 2026 completion, 2027 sailing

The 55-car vessel will replace the MV Balfour, which is one of the two ferries operating on the route between Balfour and Kootenay Bay
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Mayor Morrison supports Nelson's Wednesday market move

Mayor Morrison supports Nelson's Wednesday market move

City will take time to evaluate the move over the summer, with help of vendor committee
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'Frail and tough and charming': Lydia Kania receives honorary degree, book tribute on her 100th birthday

'Frail and tough and charming': Lydia Kania receives honorary degree, book tribute on her 100th birthday

Slocan Valley author Rita Moir's book is about friendship in rural community
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B.C. wildfire response 'downloading' worries RDCK and Argenta fire brigade

B.C. wildfire response 'downloading' worries RDCK and Argenta fire brigade

Argenta fire brigade leaders reflect on new government rules
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Nelson's mayor joins cross-border tariff response group

Nelson's mayor joins cross-border tariff response group

Border Mayors Alliance hopes to bring a local perspective to international trade decisions
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Kalesnikoff presents new pro-forest industry group to Nelson council

Kalesnikoff presents new pro-forest industry group to Nelson council

Forestry Works for BC is a new organization dedicated to promoting the forest industry in B.C.
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Three years after fleeing Ukraine, a Nelson family takes stock

Three years after fleeing Ukraine, a Nelson family takes stock

Oleksandra and Serhii Hlushchenko discuss the challenges and opportunities of their new life
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Ferry strike damages East Shore economy and mental health, say business leaders

Ferry strike damages East Shore economy and mental health, say business leaders

East Shore residents are affected by many levels of uncertainty about travel, business and medical needs
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Kaslo council votes down South Beach development proposal

Kaslo council votes down South Beach development proposal

Council has decided to put the purchase agreement aside and rezone the land to bring it in line with the Official Community Plan
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