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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

'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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Three federal election candidates pitch platforms at Nelson event

Three federal election candidates pitch platforms at Nelson event

The federal election takes place on Monday, April 28, with polls open between 8 a.m and 8 p.m.
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PHOTOS: Kids scramble for Easter eggs at Lakeside Park

PHOTOS: Kids scramble for Easter eggs at Lakeside Park

The annual event was organized by Rotary Club Nelson Daybreak
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Nelson police to bring in RCMP officers during staff shortage

Nelson police to bring in RCMP officers during staff shortage

The arrangement with the RCMP is expected to last for a few months
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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 council delays decision on Fairview affordable housing proposal

Nelson council delays decision on Fairview affordable housing proposal

The issue is whether the size of the proposed building is right for the neighbourhood
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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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Kallee Lins chosen as federal NDP candidate in Columbia-Kootenay-Southern Rockies

Kallee Lins chosen as federal NDP candidate in Columbia-Kootenay-Southern Rockies

Kallee Lins will be the NDP candidate in the former Kootenay-Columbia riding, which is now represented by Rob Morrison of the Conservative Party.
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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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