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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

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

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

Aven Akerman died in a single-vehicle accident near Collingwood last month. Fundraiser set up to help family grieve without 'stress of rushing back to work for financial purposes'
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 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'
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'
Quest gearing up for this month's Drive for Art gala

Quest gearing up for this month's Drive for Art gala

'Our guests can look forward to a wonderful shared experience, but more importantly, they will play a vital role in shaping Quest's future and preserving its legacy'
'Momentous': Province commits $17.1M for new Burkevale school

'Momentous': Province commits $17.1M for new Burkevale school

'This day will become a treasured memory for us all,' Penetanguishene Protestant School Board chair says of news to replace overcrowded school
Midland CAO, township plan to 'vigourously' defend ex-employee's lawsuit

Midland CAO, township plan to 'vigourously' defend ex-employee's lawsuit

'Suffice it to say, the township and all other defendants do not agree with Mr. Dean’s inflammatory, unfounded, and untrue allegations,' Adjala-Tosorontio current CAO says
Midland CAO named in lawsuit linked to past job at other municipality

Midland CAO named in lawsuit linked to past job at other municipality

Lawsuit by former treasurer states 'Bunn and the township engaged in outrageous or flagrant conduct calculated to cause harm, which resulted in a visible and provable illness'
'Conflicting emotions' as locals help ready Keewatin in new home

'Conflicting emotions' as locals help ready Keewatin in new home

Known as the UNpacking Crew, residents head to Kingston to unpack Edwardian-era ship that left Port McNicoll a year ago this week
For caregivers, a loved one's cancer journey can be a lonely road

For caregivers, a loved one's cancer journey can be a lonely road

Penetanguishene resident Michael Blais credits Georgian Bay Cancer Support Centre with helping after his wife Lois' diagnosis
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