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Ben Fenlon

My career in journalism began in the U.K., working as a senior reporter for three bi-weekly newspapers. I quickly learnt that no day is ever the same in local news. One day you’re reporting on a community protest against unwanted development, the next you’re chatting to the family whose heroic cat saved the life of their choking toddler!

Now living in Victoria with my husband, I’m excited to get involved in the Greater Victoria region, helping locals to share their stories.

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ben.fenlon@blackpress.ca

Recent Work by Ben

BC Ferries ship loses propellor, spills 800 litres of oil, incident 'stable'

BC Ferries ship loses propellor, spills 800 litres of oil, incident 'stable'

The Queen of New Westminster's lost a propeller on Sept. 3, causing multiple sailing cancellations
Ready to fight: Victoria MP Laurel Collins says NDP can win federal election

Ready to fight: Victoria MP Laurel Collins says NDP can win federal election

End of confidence deal between NDP and Liberals is a sign that change is on the horizon for Canada
PHOTOS: Langford, Sooke community heroes awarded King Charles III medals

PHOTOS: Langford, Sooke community heroes awarded King Charles III medals

Created to mark the Coronation of His Majesty, the medal recognizes outstanding, inspirational Canadians
Saanich MP Elizabeth May doesn't expect election, despite NDP-Liberal fallout

Saanich MP Elizabeth May doesn't expect election, despite NDP-Liberal fallout

Green Party leader is looking forward to a minority Parliament that has to work together
Colwood boccia club invites new athletes with disabilities to join

Colwood boccia club invites new athletes with disabilities to join

The Victoria Screamers meet every Saturday to play the sport that has been part of the Paralympic Games since 1984
Room without a view: Colwood artists fear plans will impact gallery experience

Room without a view: Colwood artists fear plans will impact gallery experience

A proposed 355 square-foot multi-purpose space attached to the centre will block stunning views
Colwood proposes clampdown on property developer 'gifts' to councillors

Colwood proposes clampdown on property developer 'gifts' to councillors

Councillors that have received $25 or more from a developer will be expected to remove themselves from any related council business
'Do or die': Victoria woman's tale of survival lost 4 days in Colorado wilds

'Do or die': Victoria woman's tale of survival lost 4 days in Colorado wilds

53-year-old Gina Chase built her own shelter, filtered water and eventually 'rescued' herself
Alarm bells: Cost of 9-1-1 police calls offloaded to 10 South Island communities

Alarm bells: Cost of 9-1-1 police calls offloaded to 10 South Island communities

Both province and federal gov. have pulled funding for police dispatch services, leaving West Shore communities and more to foot the bill
At cat-pacity: Victoria kitten charity puts 'paws' on rescues, appeals for help

At cat-pacity: Victoria kitten charity puts 'paws' on rescues, appeals for help

The Itty Bitty Kitty Committee has over 80 unwanted kittens in its care
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