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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

Regional District of Nanaimo approves Parksville pool feasibility study

Regional District of Nanaimo approves Parksville pool feasibility study

$170,000 cost to be shared by participants of the service
Oceanside Generals go 1-2 in weekly VIJHL play

Oceanside Generals go 1-2 in weekly VIJHL play

Gens beat Peninsula on Teddy Bear Toss night
Some residents unhappy with sewer project on Lee Road Community Park Trail

Some residents unhappy with sewer project on Lee Road Community Park Trail

13-lot subdivision being developed on Coral Place
Ballenas JV football side 2nd in province after title game at BC Place

Ballenas JV football side 2nd in province after title game at BC Place

Parksville squad falls 61-22 to Vernon Panthers in B.C. high school final
RDN to investigate funding options for pop-up recycling depot

RDN to investigate funding options for pop-up recycling depot

Directors disappointed group not being provided aid
Arrowsmith Search and Rescue concerned about new regulations

Arrowsmith Search and Rescue concerned about new regulations

Province requires all SARs to register as public safety providers
Kwalikum Kondors open hoops season with 86-76 win over Ballenas Whalers

Kwalikum Kondors open hoops season with 86-76 win over Ballenas Whalers

Both schools to play in same Tier 2 Northern Vancouver Island League division
Regional District of Nanaimo to hike tipping fees in 2024

Regional District of Nanaimo to hike tipping fees in 2024

Residents to pay $5 more per ton as of April
Oceanside Generals enjoy 3-0 week in VIJHL play

Oceanside Generals enjoy 3-0 week in VIJHL play

Team kicks off Food Drive for Salvation Army
Qualicum Beach Airport to replace aging fuelling system

Qualicum Beach Airport to replace aging fuelling system

Additional funds needed to cover cost of the project