Alona Vasylieva
(She/Her)
Ontario
As seen in:
MSN Deutschland,
Yahoo Life,
Business Insider,
MSN Taiwan,
Yahoo News Malaysia,
Aol,
Yahoo Finance Deutschland,
Flipboard,
Business Insider Deutschland,
Business Insider Japan
and
Covers:
Community & Lifestyle: Observations on small-town life, local transitions, and community building in Ontario.
Aviation & Travel: Stories inspired by my professional background in aviation.
Doesn't Cover:
Breaking News/Politics: I focus on long-form reflections and weekly columns rather than daily hard news or political commentary.
Product Reviews/Influencer
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Alona Vasylieva’s Biography
Read Full Bio →I am a weekly columnist and storyteller dedicated to capturing the human element in every narrative. With a degree in International Journalism from Ukraine and a professional background that includes years as a flight attendant, I bring a unique, global perspective to local storytelling. My work focuses on the intersections of culture, community transitions, and the personal journeys that connect us all.
Currently, I author a weekly column for the St. Marys Independent in Ontario, where I have…
Alona Vasylieva’s Journalist Portfolio
Interview
See all 21 answers →What was your first job as a journalist?
My journalism journey started with a TV segment on book-crossing in Ukraine back when the concept was brand new. Being part of that project taught me the power of 'boots-on-the-ground' reporting and the importance of localized storytelling.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
I haven't used a typewriter for my professional work, as I belong to the digital generation, but I deeply respect the discipline it required—there was no 'delete' button
How is social media changing news?
Social media has shifted the focus from objective reporting to personality-driven influence, where 'trends' often take priority over truth.