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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 review heavy on economics, light on environment

B.C. Timber Sales review heavy on economics, light on environment

The minister's mandate letter from the premier also hardly mentions environmental issues
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'Good comedy exposes truths': All-local cast, crew debuts satire TV series about Nelson

'Good comedy exposes truths': All-local cast, crew debuts satire TV series about Nelson

Southern Interior satirizes and celebrates the characters and life of the city
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Intact watershed near Castlegar should not be logged, advocates say

Intact watershed near Castlegar should not be logged, advocates say

Lawyer for Save What's Left Society has sent a cease-and-desist letter to BC Timber Sales
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West Kootenay politicians weigh in on ferry strike

West Kootenay politicians weigh in on ferry strike

Two MLAs, two RDCK representatives, and one MP have commented
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UPDATED: Labour board reduces Glade and Harrop ferry crossings

UPDATED: Labour board reduces Glade and Harrop ferry crossings

Previously the Kootenay Lake Ferry strike applied only to the Balfour-Kootenay Bay ferry
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UPDATE: Union applies to extend ferry strike to Harrop and Glade

UPDATE: Union applies to extend ferry strike to Harrop and Glade

BCGEU is requesting an order that would restrict the operation of the two cable ferries
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Temporary housing at former North Shore Inn opens this month in Nelson

Temporary housing at former North Shore Inn opens this month in Nelson

Nelson CARES says the project is not a shelter or emergency accommodation
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Kootenay Central MLA Anderson on new cabinet role as rural advocate

Kootenay Central MLA Anderson on new cabinet role as rural advocate

Anderson will work directly with Premier David Eby
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East Shore residents, businesses struggle with Kootenay Lake ferry strike

East Shore residents, businesses struggle with Kootenay Lake ferry strike

A recent labour board ruling has eased the tension for East Shore residents who have family, employees or suppliers across the lake
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Kootenay Lake ferry strike: Labour board adds sailings, expands who can board

Kootenay Lake ferry strike: Labour board adds sailings, expands who can board

BCGEU workers at the Kootenay Lake Ferry have been on strike since Nov. 3
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