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Lauren Accili
ReporterLauren started her journalism career in Vancouver, B.C., but Salmon Arm is now where she calls home. Having lived in Ladner her whole life, she took the leap to join the Vista Radio Salmon Arm team in 2025. From the ocean to the mountains, she’s excited to get to know her new community and share its stories.
Emily Joveski
Provincial ReporterEmily is the provincial news reporter for Vista Radio, based in Victoria, B.C. She has worked in radio for more than a decade, and was previously on the airwaves as a broadcaster for The Canadian Press in Toronto.
Layne Gallant
ReporterLayne is just beginning her broadcast journalism journey, joining Vista Radio in 2025. She grew up in Saskatoon and graduated from the Radio and Television Broadcasting program at Western Academy Broadcasting College in June 2025, then made the move to Cranbrook that fall. A lifelong animal lover (especially cats) with a background in competitive dance, Layne is excited to call Cranbrook home and looks forward to getting to know the community.
Josiah Spyker
ReporterJosiah is an integral part of our East Kootenay team. Since joining Vista Radio in 2021, he has combined his love of community and sport in his reporting for the news team, while also stepping in as an on-air announcer.
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