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Andrew Bailey

Andrew Bailey

I arrived at the Westerly News began in January 2012 when I joined as a reporter and photographer. In November 2015, I had the privilege of stepping into the role of the newspaper's editor. My work revolves around capturing the diverse spectrum of news and events that unfold to the west of Sutton Pass. A notable aspect of my role is my weekly column, "Behest of the West," where I reflect on the nuances of West Coast life.

My education background includes studying at the University of Northern British Columbia. When I'm not immersed in the world of news, I love spending quality time with my kids, often taking them to the beach. I'm also an avid Toronto Blue Jays fan, even though their performance tends to leave me feeling a bit disappointed.

Phone
250-726-7029
Email
andrew.bailey@westerlynews.ca

Recent Work by Andrew

Vancouver Island artist Mark Hobson spawns inspiration through art

Vancouver Island artist Mark Hobson spawns inspiration through art

Mark Hobson recently crowned champion of prestigious Salmon Conservation Stamp Competition
Lost sea lion stuns commuters by waddling along Vancouver Island highway

Lost sea lion stuns commuters by waddling along Vancouver Island highway

'Confused but also not surprised, it is the coast after all'
Vancouver Island towns net bragging rights as Canada's top fishing spots

Vancouver Island towns net bragging rights as Canada's top fishing spots

FishingBooker.com recently unveiled its Top Fishing Towns Outside the U.S.
Sooke, Ucluelet net bragging rights as Canada's top fishing spots

Sooke, Ucluelet net bragging rights as Canada's top fishing spots

FishingBooker.com recently unveiled its Top Fishing Towns Outside the U.S.
Ucluelet - Toquaht community forest chops cut rate, branches out

Ucluelet - Toquaht community forest chops cut rate, branches out

The Barkley Community Forest Corporation is chopping its annual cut by more than half and hopes to branch out by planting roots for more recreational opportunities. 
Ucluelet's dynamic Mint Cleaning duo slays Dragons' Den pitch on CBC

Ucluelet's dynamic Mint Cleaning duo slays Dragons' Den pitch on CBC

A viewing party at Ucluelet’s Black Rock Resort was fired up as the town watched two of its fiercest entrepreneurial dynamos slay their pitch and score a mint deal on CBC’s Dragons’ Den. 
Ucluelet council clashes with staff over reputation with developers

Ucluelet council clashes with staff over reputation with developers

A rift between Ucluelet’s municipal council and their staff has floated to the forefront as the town’s reputation among developers dwindles.
Community cheers as new food bank lands in Ucluelet

Community cheers as new food bank lands in Ucluelet

The Food Bank on the Edge’s new building has officially — and quite literally — landed. The new modular facility was trucked into Ucluelet in two halves and craned onto its new home at Tugwell Fields on Nov. 8.
Ucluelet poised to introduce $10 a day parking fees for tourists

Ucluelet poised to introduce $10 a day parking fees for tourists

Community intends to use pay-via-app process, use proceeds to pay for infrastructure
High levels of lead found in Ucluelet Elementary School’s taps

High levels of lead found in Ucluelet Elementary School’s taps

Ucluelet Elementary School has issued a warning to families until plumbing can be replaced
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