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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

Early data shows decreased enrolment at Sea to Sky schools

Early data shows decreased enrolment at Sea to Sky schools

About 50 fewer students overall at the start of SD48’s year; numbers may ‘fluctuate,’ says assistant superintendent.
See Squamish volunteers help with BC Thanksgiving Food Drive

See Squamish volunteers help with BC Thanksgiving Food Drive

On Saturday, over 100 volunteers helped with the local Thanksgiving Food Drive
Status quo to continue after Squamish council defeats new public notice bylaw

Status quo to continue after Squamish council defeats new public notice bylaw

With the absence of one councillor, Squamish council members tied 3-3 on a bylaw that could have seen fewer public notices in local print papers.
Stong’s Market to open ‘new concept’ on Squamish's Cleveland Avenue in spring

Stong’s Market to open ‘new concept’ on Squamish's Cleveland Avenue in spring

In March 2024, Stong’s Market will open on Cleveland Avenue in downtown Squamish, taking over from Zephyr Cafe.
New Squamish speakeasy-themed coffee shop and nightclub to open Sept. 25

New Squamish speakeasy-themed coffee shop and nightclub to open Sept. 25

Trickster’s Hideout will open at 38005 Cleveland Ave. in downtown Squamish, operating in One and a Half Ave.
Downtown Squamish School Farm to host a public open house

Downtown Squamish School Farm to host a public open house

Visitors have the opportunity to learn about the farm and sample the harvest on Sept. 27 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Duplex OK’d near Squamish's Howe Sound Secondary

Duplex OK’d near Squamish's Howe Sound Secondary

District council unanimously approved a development permit for a duplex with variances on Carson Place.
More than books — here's what has been happening at the Squamish Public Library

More than books — here's what has been happening at the Squamish Public Library

Check out some photographs from recent events at the Squamish Public Library
Squamish’s Elly Hoskin finishes second overall at UCI World Cup

Squamish’s Elly Hoskin finishes second overall at UCI World Cup

The 19-year-old finished second overall in her category despite an injury that kept her out of the final race.
Squamish's first annual Kicks for Kids scores

Squamish's first annual Kicks for Kids scores

“Our inaugural event was a resounding success thanks to the unwavering support of our dedicated players, volunteers and generous sponsors,” wrote Cam Ellis about the Sept. 10 event. The event raised $4,000 for in-need families to join soccer programming.
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