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Kevin Laird

Kevin Laird

I have been a journalist for more than 40 years, covering a range of roles from reporter to editor and editorial manager. My experiences have taken me through various publications, including the Calgary Sun and Lethbridge Herald, where I've dedicated myself to delivering meaningful stories to the public.

Currently, I hold the position of editor at the Sooke News Mirror. My goal in this role is to fortify our community by providing readers with dependable, timely and accurate information about the matters, individuals and businesses that hold significance in Sooke. It's my passion to contribute to the well-being of the community by connecting people through the power of reliable news and storytelling.

Phone
250-642-5752
Email
kevin.laird@sookenewsmirror.com

Recent Work by Kevin

Historic Colwood castle sets stage for iconic Hatley 8K

Historic Colwood castle sets stage for iconic Hatley 8K

The event draws runners to a course that highlights both athletic challenge and the region’s heritage
Island race series evolves as Bastion 12K finds new home in Lantzville

Island race series evolves as Bastion 12K finds new home in Lantzville

Event moves from Cedar to Lantzville to spur growth
Sooke given 30 days to fix zoning rules before province steps in

Sooke given 30 days to fix zoning rules before province steps in

Province threatens to override local authority on housing density
Cobble Hill 10K draws B.C.’s elite runners for provincial title

Cobble Hill 10K draws B.C.’s elite runners for provincial title

Expect record-breaking times and high-calibre competition at the Vancouver Island Race Series’ second event
Vancouver Island Race Series kicks off registration for 2025 running

Vancouver Island Race Series kicks off registration for 2025 running

8 races to unite runners and energize Island towns from Victoria to Courtenay
Border-breaking Juan de Fuca Corridor opens new tourism era for the Island

Border-breaking Juan de Fuca Corridor opens new tourism era for the Island

Partnership between Canada and the U.S. to drive economic growth
Sooke advances plans for tourist tax to boost local economy

Sooke advances plans for tourist tax to boost local economy

District applies for MRDT program despite opposition from some tourism operators
20 years later, Island cancer survivor thanks Tour de Rock riders

20 years later, Island cancer survivor thanks Tour de Rock riders

Two decades after battling bone cancer, Kyla Hugli expresses gratitude to the cyclists who supported her journey
Sooke poised for growth with completion of $6.5M wastewater project

Sooke poised for growth with completion of $6.5M wastewater project

Sooke seeks to sprout new community gardens

Sooke seeks to sprout new community gardens

Growing demand for allotment space prompts district investigation
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