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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

Nelson asked to join class action lawsuit against major oil companies

Nelson asked to join class action lawsuit against major oil companies

The group Sue Big Oil wants companies to help cities pay for climate damage
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Led by Nelson, B.C. municipalities say don't axe carbon tax

Led by Nelson, B.C. municipalities say don't axe carbon tax

UBCM resolution says carbon pricing could help municipalities offset the effects of climate change
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West Kootenay therapist publishes social media wellness guide

West Kootenay therapist publishes social media wellness guide

Amelia Knott says willpower is not enough to get us off our phones
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New Kootenay Lake ferry completion delayed to 2026, to sail in 2027

New Kootenay Lake ferry completion delayed to 2026, to sail in 2027

The budget for the project has increased by 86 per cent
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City of Nelson 'decommissions' Government Road camp

City of Nelson 'decommissions' Government Road camp

City says camp had been abandoned and was unsafe
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City of Nelson wants province to reimburse encampment costs

City of Nelson wants province to reimburse encampment costs

City says it has spent more than $150,000 this year on behalf of the province
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B.C. Parks rejects protected status for Duncan Lake cedar grove

B.C. Parks rejects protected status for Duncan Lake cedar grove

A petition in favour of protected status has received almost 45,000 signatures
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'The scariest thing I have ever seen': Local heroes rescue man near Nelson

'The scariest thing I have ever seen': Local heroes rescue man near Nelson

Vehicle went off the road near the Taghum Bridge and burst into flame, starting a forest fire
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Renos at former motel for Nelson unhoused to start in 2025, complete in 2026

Renos at former motel for Nelson unhoused to start in 2025, complete in 2026

The former motel is now a residence for people experiencing or at-risk of homelessness
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Planned Nelson-Castlegar bike route would be built in stages over many years

Planned Nelson-Castlegar bike route would be built in stages over many years

Organizer says proposed route would serve small communities along the way
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