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Andrew  Hughes

Andrew Hughes

Andrew Hughes is a reporter with The Squamish Chief.

While originally from the U.S., he has lived in Squamish since the end of 2016. He is a recent graduate of the Master of Journalism program at the University of British Columbia, during which he interned at The Squamish Chief. Before becoming a full-time reporter here, he worked in current affairs for CBC in Vancouver.

When he’s not working, you can find him looking for secret benches in the woods or losing at board games to his wife and friends.

Recent Work by Andrew

Opinion: Be prepared for Sea to Sky Highway travel ahead of long weekend

Opinion: Be prepared for Sea to Sky Highway travel ahead of long weekend

'There’s so much for passengers to look at while on the stunning drive—which never gets old. Let ‘em enjoy that beauty at a nice and easy pace.'
Update: Squamish Estuary trails reopened, bear won't be put down

Update: Squamish Estuary trails reopened, bear won't be put down

The Squamish Estuary trails have been reopened after a woman received non-life threatening injuries after being bitten by a black bear on May 10. Conservation determined the attack was defensive in nature and the bear won't be captured or put down.
Campfire ban coming to Squamish on May 16

Campfire ban coming to Squamish on May 16

District announces campfire ban beginning on May 16 at noon.
Squamish swimmer wins relay at MSABC championship

Squamish swimmer wins relay at MSABC championship

Katie Coombs and three teammates took gold in a relay, setting a B.C. record for their category along the way.
No smoke, no fire, but plenty of firefighters: Fire service personnel come to Squamish

No smoke, no fire, but plenty of firefighters: Fire service personnel come to Squamish

Firefighters from around British Columbia are in town for an annual training event
Garibaldi at Squamish sale OK’d, despite provincial opposition

Garibaldi at Squamish sale OK’d, despite provincial opposition

‘Aquilini remains committed to developing a world-class all-season resort,’ reads the project’s website after the decision.
Traffic moving after vehicle incident between Furry Creek and Britannia Beach

Traffic moving after vehicle incident between Furry Creek and Britannia Beach

Traffic moving between Furry Creek and Britannia Beach on the Sea to Sky Highway.
Floatel can navigate choppy waters with Squamish: WLNG

Floatel can navigate choppy waters with Squamish: WLNG

WLNG president Christine Kennedy said they were committed to finding a path forward with the District.
Affordability, industrial projects top of mind at Squamish Mayor’s Luncheon

Affordability, industrial projects top of mind at Squamish Mayor’s Luncheon

Mayor Armand Hurford spoke to affordable living, industrial projects and public transit at the annual event on May 8.
Neighbourhood Craft returns to Squamish

Neighbourhood Craft returns to Squamish

The market will showcase over 30 local artists on Saturday, May 11.
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