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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

Pacific surf returns B.C. woman’s lost wallet 8 months after it went overboard

Pacific surf returns B.C. woman’s lost wallet 8 months after it went overboard

Clayoquot Sound ocean reunites Marcie Callewaert with lost wallet on Valentine’s Day
B.C.’s best beach revealed and it cracks Lonely Planet’s list of world’s top 10

B.C.’s best beach revealed and it cracks Lonely Planet’s list of world’s top 10

Two Canadian beaches crack travelling bible’s list of the best beaches on Earth
Roaring sea lions take surprise possession of Ucluelet’s 52 Steps Dock

Roaring sea lions take surprise possession of Ucluelet’s 52 Steps Dock

Large barking band, boasting often over 100 sea lions, bellowing out a symphony heard through town
Emergency towing vessel dispatched to broken-down container ship near Tofino

Emergency towing vessel dispatched to broken-down container ship near Tofino

JRCC advised of engine trouble aboard MV Maersk Santana, 15 nautical miles off Tofino area
Salmon Arm students pitch new municipal flag for Tofino

Salmon Arm students pitch new municipal flag for Tofino

Tofino’s current municipal flag was designed by artist Roy Henry Vickers
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
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