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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

'Quite beautiful': Ganaraska trail's 18-km gap 'finally' closed

'Quite beautiful': Ganaraska trail's 18-km gap 'finally' closed

For trail association Frieda Baldwin and local trail volunteers, closing trail serves as an 'important milestone'
Owners of Orillia Home Hardware nail down 'new' store in Midland

Owners of Orillia Home Hardware nail down 'new' store in Midland

'Positive change,' outgoing Midland Home Hardware Building Centre and Design Centre co-owner says of sale to Orillia hardware store owners
Ontario chief calls on province to 'erase' six Métis communities, including Georgian Bay

Ontario chief calls on province to 'erase' six Métis communities, including Georgian Bay

Chief says 'just because you have a drop of Indigenous blood running through your veins' doesn't make one Indigenous at identify fraud summit
'Fearless' goats part of wild new grounds crew at Martyrs' Shrine site

'Fearless' goats part of wild new grounds crew at Martyrs' Shrine site

'This is wonderful. I love to see goats taking care of lawns,' says local resident of new approach at hallowed grounds in Midland holy site
Mindfulness helps kids deal with too much screen time: local study

Mindfulness helps kids deal with too much screen time: local study

'The younger generations have never experienced life without smartphones. It’s like an extra arm — part of their body that they cannot live without,' says research scientist
Penetang couple saddles up with backyard homage to the Old West

Penetang couple saddles up with backyard homage to the Old West

Mike and Shelley Duval love welcoming visitors to their backyard village. Shelley jokes that since retiring, 'we just play in the yard now'
Manitoba Métis, Chiefs of Ontario incensed by MNO's 'cultural, identity theft'

Manitoba Métis, Chiefs of Ontario incensed by MNO's 'cultural, identity theft'

'The MNO has failed to demonstrate the existence of a distinct, rights-bearing Métis community in the Penetanguishene region,' notes an academic report
'Vibrant spirit' of young Penetang man killed in car crash remembered

'Vibrant spirit' of young Penetang man killed in car crash remembered

'No parent should have to bury their child or sit crying for hours wondering what were his last words, his last actions, his last thoughts,' says aunt
Dead turtle on local beach raises 'huge issue' of releasing pets into wild

Dead turtle on local beach raises 'huge issue' of releasing pets into wild

Releasing pet turtles into the wild is the 'reason why all eight of Ontario's native turtle species are at risk,' Wye Marsh official says
Upcoming Ralphy's Retreat Animal Sanctuary gala looks to make hay

Upcoming Ralphy's Retreat Animal Sanctuary gala looks to make hay

Funds raised from Hospice for Hooves event will help create a palliative care, hospice barn. 'At Ralphy's, we strive to create a loving environment where animals can thrive and receive the care and support they deserve'
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