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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

Discovery Harbour offers a true soldier's experience

Discovery Harbour offers 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'
Waypoint to offer at-home mental health, addictions program

Waypoint to offer at-home mental health, addictions 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
Mindfulness helps kids deal with too much screen time, Waypoint study finds

Mindfulness helps kids deal with too much screen time, Waypoint study finds

'The younger generations have never experienced life without smartphones,' Waypoint research scientist says. 'It’s like an extra arm — part of their body that they cannot live without'
Penetanguishene couple's homage to the Old West a passion project

Penetanguishene couple's homage to the Old West a passion project

Mike and Shelley Duval love welcoming visitors to their backyard village. Shelley jokes that since retiring, 'we just play in the yard now'
Dead turtle on Midland beach raises 'huge issue' of releasing pets into wild

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

Releasing pet turtles into wild 'reason why all eight of Ontario's native turtle species are at risk,' Wye Marsh head says, noting they 'outcompete for resources and habitat and outbreed our native species'
Local skating legend earns prestigious lifetime achievement award

Local skating legend earns prestigious lifetime achievement award

'Brian Orser is an outstanding athlete, performer and coach that has always pushed the limits of the sport, leaving an enduring impact on generations of figure skaters,' ISU notes
Young dreamer to celebrated artist: Hartman gets Order of Canada

Young dreamer to celebrated artist: Hartman gets Order of Canada

'We live in a country full of really deserving recipients, so to be chosen felt like a real honour,' says local artist who becomes member during ceremony today at Rideau Hall
Home movies paint deep link between Group of Seven, Simcoe County

Home movies paint deep link between Group of Seven, Simcoe County

Besides films taken by group member and former Midland resident Franz Johnston, Huronia Museum also unveiling hundreds of photographs, sketchbooks, new artwork during special event Saturday
Midland asks non-residents to 'pay fair share' for using rec centre

Midland asks non-residents to 'pay fair share' for using rec centre

'My allegiance is to Midland ratepayers and their families and keeping our taxes as low as possible,' Mayor Bill Gordon says
At home in the house: Glenn Howard, son heading to another Brier

At home in the house: Glenn Howard, son heading to another Brier

'Every time I lace them up — and I don't care who we're playing against — I always think we can win. I plan on winning,' Howard says
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