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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

WLNG workforce floatel set for Squamish receives EAO approval

WLNG workforce floatel set for Squamish receives EAO approval

EAO notes the floatel, still slated to arrive in 2024, will have to abide by a gender and cultural safety plan among other stipulations.
Squamish’s Fergie’s Café announces new ownership

Squamish’s Fergie’s Café announces new ownership

The founders of the popular Squamish Valley Road restaurant will still maintain ownership of Sunwolf Riverside Resort. New ownership takes control Dec. 1.
Squamish council OKs Woodfibre LNG development permit by 5-1 vote

Squamish council OKs Woodfibre LNG development permit by 5-1 vote

Muni staff tells council the five buildings in the form and character application fit the guidelines and therefore members are mostly confirming staff’s assessment that the project meets those guidelines.
Squamish lawyer to pay fine and serve suspension for misconduct

Squamish lawyer to pay fine and serve suspension for misconduct

Douglas Chiasson has been ordered to pay $9,000 to the Law Society of British Columbia and serve a two-month suspension in 2024. Chiasson says he plans to appeal the decision.
Woodfibre LNG hosts VR viewing of the future liquefied natural gas facility

Woodfibre LNG hosts VR viewing of the future liquefied natural gas facility

Users who attended a session could view the compressor station, flare and floating storage—among other aspects—with tech. Future dates to use VR to come in 2024.
District of Squamish councillor faces penalties over allegations of disclosure of confidential info

District of Squamish councillor faces penalties over allegations of disclosure of confidential info

Council sanctioned Coun. Eric Andersen after it was deemed he violated a section of the Community Charter and Code of Conduct.
Former Squamish resident fined $6,000 for animal cruelty

Former Squamish resident fined $6,000 for animal cruelty

Neddy Tsin was fined and prohibited from having more than one dog as a pet for life as a result of being found guilty of two counts of animal cruelty.
Sea to Sky Bears off to a hot start to hockey season

Sea to Sky Bears off to a hot start to hockey season

The U18A1 and U15A1 squads both earned gold medals in Penticton and Ridge Meadows.
Slight traffic increase expected as steel pipes arrive for FortisBC pipeline in Squamish

Slight traffic increase expected as steel pipes arrive for FortisBC pipeline in Squamish

Local officials express frustration over the timing and transparency of information regarding the gas pipeline project.
New Squamish non-profit aims to team up outdoor industry

New Squamish non-profit aims to team up outdoor industry

Sea to Sky Outdoor Adventure Recreation Enterprise (SOARE) hosts a launch party at its basecamp at 1002 Industrial Way on Oct. 26. 
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