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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

Local woman's 80th birthday swim goes to the dogs

Local woman's 80th birthday swim goes to the dogs

'They (dogs) bring so much joy,' new octogenarian Gwen Crump says of decision to raise funds for Therapeutic Paws of Canada Friday at Midland YMCA
Local man gets 'kraken' with massive, mythical snow sculptures

Local man gets 'kraken' with massive, mythical snow sculptures

'It’s a lot of fun doing it for sure,' says Pat Brodeur, who returns with his impressive snow sculptures after two mediocre winters
Puppy love provides spark for local senior's 80-lap birthday swim

Puppy love provides spark for local senior's 80-lap birthday swim

'The unconditional and nonjudgmental love these pets impart to people brings extraordinary results,' says Therapeutic Paws of Canada volunteer
Gallery postpones 'pretendian' talk over 'safety, accessibility' concerns

Gallery postpones 'pretendian' talk over 'safety, accessibility' concerns

'We are committed to providing space for important and sometimes difficult discussions,' art gallery spokesman says of talk featuring Ghost Warrior Society lead; Penetanguishene man asked to have event cancelled
'Troubling' Pretendian speaker series stirs up local Metis Nation member

'Troubling' Pretendian speaker series stirs up local Metis Nation member

Penetanguishene man calls on gallery to cancel event giving 'troubling and counterproductive' platform to fierce MNO critic, who responds to kerfuffle with 'not sure what colonial harms he's suffered ... but running out of cream at Starbucks ... doesn't count'
Concerns mount for man living on sailboat in middle of Georgian Bay

Concerns mount for man living on sailboat in middle of Georgian Bay

'This is not normal,' Penetanguishene resident says of sailboat trapped in ice about 100 metres offshore. 'Be thankful it is not one of your family members'
Birders celebrate 'real rarity' as Wye Marsh readies for kids' bird count

Birders celebrate 'real rarity' as Wye Marsh readies for kids' bird count

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre holding kids' event Saturday while Midland-Penetanguishene Field Naturalists' recent Christmas count turned up Townsend's Solitaire for first time
Lack of affordable housing stretches local women's shelter to brink

Lack of affordable housing stretches local women's shelter to brink

'The average length of stay is now six months,' Huronia Transition Homes head says. 'There’s still the same number of shelter beds. We’re at capacity all the time'
Charity hopes for strong year-end campaign to 'rescue' more kids from Nairobi slums

Charity hopes for strong year-end campaign to 'rescue' more kids from Nairobi slums

Local volunteers helped set up computer lab, library and vegetable garden during fall visit to Life4Kids Canada's home near Kenya's capital city
Drayton taking audiences back to 50s, 60s next season at King's Wharf

Drayton taking audiences back to 50s, 60s next season at King's Wharf

'This is an exciting season filled with entertaining shows for theatregoers at every stage of life,' artistic director says of series featuring The Full Monty, Beehive: The 60s Musical, Grease and Cinderella: The Panto
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