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Rebecca Willson

Rebecca Willson

I took my first step into the journalism industry in November 2022 when I moved to Salmon Arm to work for the Observer and Eagle Valley News. I graduated with a journalism degree in December 2021 from MacEwan University in Edmonton. I love reading and writing, and upon seeing a poster for the journalism program at my school, I knew that was the right fit for me. I also enjoy hiking and snuggling my cat, T’Challa (I am also a Marvel movie fan!).

Phone
250-832-2131 Ext9217
Email
rebecca.willson@saobserver.net

Recent Work by Rebecca

Salmon Arm dispensary first in B.C. with farmgate licence to grow onsite

Salmon Arm dispensary first in B.C. with farmgate licence to grow onsite

ShuCanna hosting grand opening event Friday, Oct. 27
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Overgrown alpaca recovering at Shuswap sanctuary

Overgrown alpaca recovering at Shuswap sanctuary

Eddie was rescued after receiving negligent care, suffering a matted fleece and crooked toes
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Mammography unit opens in Salmon Arm hospital

Mammography unit opens in Salmon Arm hospital

Screening and diagnostic mammograms now available to local patients for the first time
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UPDATE: Fire crews working to protect structures in North Shuswap communities

UPDATE: Fire crews working to protect structures in North Shuswap communities

Regional District update says 80 North Shuswap firefighters tackling hot spots in the area
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Adams Lake fire ‘moving slowly’, no significant growth reported

Adams Lake fire ‘moving slowly’, no significant growth reported

Emergency program forecasts ‘unsettled weather’ that could increase fire behaviour, growth
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12 properties on west side of Adams Lake put under evacuation order

12 properties on west side of Adams Lake put under evacuation order

Bush Creek East fire in Thompson Nicola region threatening properties; approximately 107 under alert or order
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Evacuation alert lifted for 55 Shuswap properties near Adams Lake wildfire

Evacuation alert lifted for 55 Shuswap properties near Adams Lake wildfire

Despite growth, fire continues to move away from structures
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Shuswap wildfire remains stable with no significant growth

Shuswap wildfire remains stable with no significant growth

Lower East Adams Lake sits at smaller estimated size and reduced, ‘smouldering ground fire’ behaviour
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UPDATE: Eagle Bay fire under control, additional resources sent to Adams Lake

UPDATE: Eagle Bay fire under control, additional resources sent to Adams Lake

CSRD says cooler temperatures helping to reduce fire behaviour
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UPDATE: Some North Okanagan-Shuswap fires grow, 1 now being held

UPDATE: Some North Okanagan-Shuswap fires grow, 1 now being held

Lower East Adams Lake fire continues to burn away from structures on evacuation alert: BCWS
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