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Andrew Philips

Andrew Philips

Editor Andrew Philips is a multiple award-winning journalist whose writing has appeared in some of the country’s most respected news outlets.
His 25-year career as a daily newspaper reporter (which also included a stint as a broadcast journalist at CBC Radio) took him to Ottawa, Brockville, the Maritimes and Québec City while also travelling to Europe and the United States to file stories. Over the years, he has covered every type of story imaginable and helmed a wide range of beats, including education, health, courts and business.
Originally from Midland, Philips returned to the area from Québec City a decade ago after he and his wife Lise decided it was the best possible locale to raise their three daughters Josée, Carmelle and Mathilde.
He has written extensively for regional and national publications since returning.

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Recent Work by Andrew

'I love the gig': 54•40 guitarist excited to play storied Bala venue

'I love the gig': 54•40 guitarist excited to play storied Bala venue

'I have to pinch myself to remind myself of how lucky I got,' lead guitarist Dave Genn says ahead of Saturday's gig in Muskoka
Fire at former Penetanguishene residence deemed suspicious

Fire at former Penetanguishene residence deemed suspicious

'The main body of fire was on the second floor. The structure was not secure on our arrival,' says fire chief; no injuries reported in Monday's blaze at abandoned building
Midland man charged with murder called 'the sweetest boy'

Midland man charged with murder called 'the sweetest boy'

Former roommate says Justus Chester and Julia Brady 'just wanted love'; Chester faces a second-degree murder charge in Brady's death
Discovery Harbour offering residents a true soldier's experience

Discovery Harbour offering residents a true soldier's experience

Camp Britannia: A Soldier’s Overnight Adventure runs Fridays and Saturdays into August and should appeal to 'those who love history and want to be immersed within this time period'
'All covered in blood,' woman says of man taken away after homicide in Midland

'All covered in blood,' woman says of man taken away after homicide in Midland

'They were always together, always holding hands,' neighbour says of young couple who lived in back of Seventh Street building
'Hello, kid': End of an era with iconic fruit stand's closure

'Hello, kid': End of an era with iconic fruit stand's closure

'We will truly miss Mr. Johnson, his staff and his familiar greeting,' resident says after closure of local 'landmark' Johnson's Farmers Market
Waypoint becomes first Ontario hospital to offer at-home mental health, addiction program

Waypoint becomes first Ontario hospital to offer at-home mental health, addiction program

'Waypoint At Home program helps us provide the right care, at the right time and in the right place,' outpatient and rehabilitation services director says
Meg Whitton hopes ReBoutique initiative leads to eco-friendly store

Meg Whitton hopes ReBoutique initiative leads to eco-friendly store

Over the summer, local radio personality hosts event every Friday afternoon at Operation Grow to 'give good clothes a longer life'
COLUMN: Have LCBO workers met their Waterloo in Premier Dad?

COLUMN: Have LCBO workers met their Waterloo in Premier Dad?

Province should shelve its 'responsible liquor sale, service and delivery training' while adding buying options since it's 'a significant waste of time, money and resources'
Local First Nation leaders call out MNO attempt to 'rewrite history'

Local First Nation leaders call out MNO attempt to 'rewrite history'

'The MNO’s only job is to find sympathetic ears to tell their false narratives,' says statement signed by First Nations' leadership, including Chippewas of Rama First Nation
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