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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

PROFILE: Chris Carr wants to turn Simcoe North Green, one voter at a time

PROFILE: Chris Carr wants to turn Simcoe North Green, one voter at a time

'We have all the tools we need to solve the problems facing our communities,” Simcoe North Green Party candidate says. 'And you can trust the Ontario Greens’ to get it done'
Strike up the band: Local musicians bringing Gershwin to Penetanguishene

Strike up the band: Local musicians bringing Gershwin to Penetanguishene

Georgian Shores Concert Band performs at King's Wharf March 1. 'We have grown exponentially, not only in numbers but in technical ability as well'
PROFILE: Health-care crisis prompted refugee to run for Liberals in Simcoe North

PROFILE: Health-care crisis prompted refugee to run for Liberals in Simcoe North

'I’m not a politician by trade, but we can’t neglect our health-care system,' Liberal candidate says. 'While people are dying, Doug Ford wants to build a tunnel'
First Nations' artist brings 'ring of authenticity' to MCC gallery

First Nations' artist brings 'ring of authenticity' to MCC gallery

'He makes his art from his lived experience and he uses the conventions of the Woodland style to do this,' well-known local artist John Hartman says of Tsista Kennedy’s first solo exhibition
'No grace': Local restaurant's strict cancellation policy irks patrons

'No grace': Local restaurant's strict cancellation policy irks patrons

But Restaurant Sainte-Marie says 'Dining under the Stars' is 'like any ticketed event' with paid reservations needed to ensure people show up
Tiny ratepayers facing tax hike a shade under seven per cent

Tiny ratepayers facing tax hike a shade under seven per cent

Featuring a 6.99% municipal tax hike, increase drops to 4.54% when the school board and county portions are factored into the equation
Twenty-six local charities splitting $102K 'gift from the heart'

Twenty-six local charities splitting $102K 'gift from the heart'

Grants from Huronia Community Foundation fund 'support many important causes in the community'
Police advise residents to 'stay home', transit service shuts down for day

Police advise residents to 'stay home', transit service shuts down for day

'Motorists should not be on Midland/Penetanguishene/Tiny/Tay area roads unless it is absolutely essential,' police advise
Crown drops Christian Island man's hope for threat charge against Tiny rep

Crown drops Christian Island man's hope for threat charge against Tiny rep

With 'no reasonable prospect of conviction', charge brought forward by Johnny Hawke against Coun. Kelly Helowka won't be moving forward
GBGH changes pet-visiting policy 'to ensure consistency, safety'

GBGH changes pet-visiting policy 'to ensure consistency, safety'

Application must now be filled out to ensure pets are vaccinated with staff then assessing animal's demeanour
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