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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

Christian Island man claims Tiny coun. threatened to make him 'disappear'

Christian Island man claims Tiny coun. threatened to make him 'disappear'

But Coun. Kelly Helowka says Johnny Hawke confronted him and started to record him without his permission
New local OSPCA manager looks forward to helping animals find new homes

New local OSPCA manager looks forward to helping animals find new homes

Jessie Oliver has 18 years of experience in the animal industry. She began her career working in veterinary clinics specializing in both large and small animals
'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
Local parent struggles to put grief of losing son into words

Local parent struggles to put grief of losing son into words

'We miss his contagious laugh and beautiful blue eyes and big smile," mother says of son Aven Akerman, who died in a single-vehicle accident near Collingwood this spring
Fire crews on scene of structure fire at former Beechwood hospital

Fire crews on scene of structure fire at former Beechwood hospital

Area residents urged to avoid area around Penetanguishene as firefighters deal with fully engulfed structure fire
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
Festival du Loup back with 20th edition Saturday in Lafontaine

Festival du Loup back with 20th edition Saturday in Lafontaine

Day-long event in Parc Lafontaine promises something for everyone, features performances by Amandine et Rosalie, Bon Débarras and le collectif du loup
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
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