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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 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.
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.
Feds kick in $1 million to B.C. tourism organizations

Feds kick in $1 million to B.C. tourism organizations

MP Patrick Weiler announced funds to Indigenous Tourism Association of BC, BC Parks Foundation and Tourism Bowen Island on Oct. 11 in Squamish.
Interim agreement keeping some U.S. productions in B.C. amid Hollywood strikes

Interim agreement keeping some U.S. productions in B.C. amid Hollywood strikes

After receiving a filming notice from A24 for a movie starring Hugh Grant, The Chief wanted to know how that could happen during the SAG-AFTRA strike.
Canada hosts Ministerial on Nature in Squamish

Canada hosts Ministerial on Nature in Squamish

At the Cheakamus Centre, international delegates convened to discuss the Kunming-Montréal Global Biodiversity Framework.
Quest University lands bought by Capilano University in Squamish deal

Quest University lands bought by Capilano University in Squamish deal

Capilano University and Quest deal enhances education prospects in Squamish, with 100 students expected on campus in 2024, and 380 in the future.
Paradise Trails development asks District of Squamish to halt rezoning consideration

Paradise Trails development asks District of Squamish to halt rezoning consideration

District honours the request, allowing Michael Goodman of the Paradise Trails development to address flooding hazards on the property.
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