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Betsy Kline

Betsy Kline

After spending several years as a freelance writer for the Castlegar News, Betsy joined the editorial staff as a reporter in March of 2015. In 2020, she moved into the editor's position. Betsy has lived in Castlegar for 26 years and has appreciated the opportunity to raise her family in such a beautiful city. She is passionate about reporting the local news to her community. Her favourite part of the job is meeting the many wonderful and amazing people that cross her path.

Phone
250-365-6397
Email
editor@castlegarnews.com

Recent Work by Betsy

Castlegar police arrest graffiti suspect, allege more than $80K in damages

Castlegar police arrest graffiti suspect, allege more than $80K in damages

In one incident, police say repairs are estimated at $80,000
Four Castlegar and Trail residents receive Coronation Medals

Four Castlegar and Trail residents receive Coronation Medals

Gerry Rempel, Darlene Schultz, Anne Godderis and Jan Morton presented King Charles III Coronation Medal
B.C. handled New Denver survivor payments 'poorly': ombudsman

B.C. handled New Denver survivor payments 'poorly': ombudsman

'I am disappointed that government has made decisions without adequately consulting with the community' :BC Ombudsperson
Payments to deceased New Denver survivors' families 'long and complex' process

Payments to deceased New Denver survivors' families 'long and complex' process

First round of payments for New Denver School survivors went out to living survivors in August
Kootenay-Columbia School District seeking input on strategic plan

Kootenay-Columbia School District seeking input on strategic plan

Public engagement sessions will be held in Trail and Castlegar
BEHIND THE FENCE: Castlegar mom and daughter share struggles following New Denver School

BEHIND THE FENCE: Castlegar mom and daughter share struggles following New Denver School

Taken at 11 years old, Nancy Kootnikoff talks about life at the New Denver School and a lifetime of after effects
Group offers support for West Kootenay families impacted by substance use

Group offers support for West Kootenay families impacted by substance use

Holding Hope is a peer-facilitated support group offered through Moms Stop the Harm
Castlegar's Ken Kalesnikoff awarded Coronation Medal

Castlegar's Ken Kalesnikoff awarded Coronation Medal

The owner of one of the West Kootenay's most successful and long-standing businesses has been recognized with the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
Province changes course and pays Doukhobor residential school survivors

Province changes course and pays Doukhobor residential school survivors

Direct financial payments issued to Sons of Freedom Doukhobor residential school survivors
PHOTOS: Big rigs roll into Castlegar

PHOTOS: Big rigs roll into Castlegar

Hosted by Bill’s Heavy Duty, the event serves as a fundraiser for local scholarships
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