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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

Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet chambers collaborate on Hwy 4 closure report

Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet chambers collaborate on Hwy 4 closure report

Business leaders investigate impacts of Hwy. 4 closures due to wildfires near Cameron Bluffs
Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet chambers collaborate on Hwy 4 closure report

Alberni, Tofino and Ucluelet chambers collaborate on Hwy 4 closure report

Business leaders investigate impacts of Hwy. 4 closures due to wildfires near Cameron Bluffs
B.C. man gets 30 days in jail and $11K fine for killing bear cub and sow

B.C. man gets 30 days in jail and $11K fine for killing bear cub and sow

Conservation Officer Services calls Tofino decision “precedent setting”
Ucluelet kayak guide sound alarm over ‘gnarly’ offal increase

Ucluelet kayak guide sound alarm over ‘gnarly’ offal increase

Group of kayakers discover grotesque dump site of unprocessed hake carcasses in Ucluelet harbour.
Officials confirm death in Island’s Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Officials confirm death in Island’s Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

The Park Reserve ended the summer draped in tragedy as a man died at Florencia Bay
B.C. artist designs new loonie honouring sky-smashing icon Elsie MacGill

B.C. artist designs new loonie honouring sky-smashing icon Elsie MacGill

Claire Watson’s vision selected by Royal Canadian Mint to honour barrier-breaking engineer
Canine parvovirus outbreak continues in Tofino - Ucluelet region

Canine parvovirus outbreak continues in Tofino - Ucluelet region

The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation continues to battle a canine parvovirus outbreak in Ty-Histanis
Bridge repairs bring nightly closures to Tofino-Ucluelet access

Bridge repairs bring nightly closures to Tofino-Ucluelet access

‘Drivers are reminded to obey signs and traffic control personnel and watch for roadside workers’
NHLers play ball hockey with kids to promote rec centre in remote B.C.

NHLers play ball hockey with kids to promote rec centre in remote B.C.

Tyson Barrie, Mike Smith, Tyler Ennis and more join multiplex push for First Nation near Tofino
Vancouver Island First Nation tackling deadly dog virus

Vancouver Island First Nation tackling deadly dog virus

CARE working to prevent canine parvovirus from spreading around Tla-o-qui-aht in Tofino region