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Michael Briones

Michael Briones

In April of 2017, I had the privilege of rejoining The NEWS team from the Comox Valley Echo. My earlier experience with The NEWS dates back to 1997, when I covered sports for the publication.

My journey in the newspaper industry began in 1981 as a proofreader for the English-language Standard in Hong Kong. Since then, I've embarked on diverse roles in various newspapers, covering everything from police and government to sports and general assignments. My career has taken me to different corners of the country, from Ontario to Northern B.C. and now, back to Mid-Vancouver Island, where I continue to contribute to the field I'm passionate about.

Phone
250-905-0026
Email
michael.briones@pqbnews.com

Recent Work by Michael

Oceanside Sharks open lacrosse season with win and draw

Oceanside Sharks open lacrosse season with win and draw

Sharks beat Cowichan 11-8, tie Ravens 8-8
Organizers want more people to take part in Mother’s Day run in Qualicum Beach

Organizers want more people to take part in Mother’s Day run in Qualicum Beach

Close to 260 now entered in the May 12 race
U18 Oceanside Generals earn banner as Vancouver Island district champions

U18 Oceanside Generals earn banner as Vancouver Island district champions

Hockey squad advanced to finish fifth at provincials
Arrowsmith Naturalists to host BC Nature conference in Qualicum Beach

Arrowsmith Naturalists to host BC Nature conference in Qualicum Beach

Council considers sponsoring annual event
RDN to open new courts at Jack Bagley Community Park in Nanoose Bay

RDN to open new courts at Jack Bagley Community Park in Nanoose Bay

Public invited to celebrate completion of phase one
First Repair Café a big success in Qualicum Beach

First Repair Café a big success in Qualicum Beach

Close to 130 people came out to get items repaired
Popular annual Hamilton Marsh Tour set for April 27

Popular annual Hamilton Marsh Tour set for April 27

Guided tours help people learn about flora and fauna
Volunteers create Pollinator Pathway in Qualicum Beach

Volunteers create Pollinator Pathway in Qualicum Beach

Project was undertaken in celebration of Earth Day
Arrowsmith Search and Rescue member honoured for bravery during 2020 rescue

Arrowsmith Search and Rescue member honoured for bravery during 2020 rescue

MP Gord Johns presents Nick Rivers with Governor General’s Award
Former Calgary zookeeper emotional releasing B.C. eagle back into wild

Former Calgary zookeeper emotional releasing B.C. eagle back into wild

B.C.’s North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre lets year-old bald eagle go after nursing it to health
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