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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

Thief with 'good taste' leaves downtown Midland retailer feeling sour

Thief with 'good taste' leaves downtown Midland retailer feeling sour

Elegant Gourmet owner says Thursday morning break-in cost them production day during one of busiest times of year; worries about downtown safety. 'It scares the hell out of me'
'Hissing' homeless man on bank steps lead longtime clients to stop using downtown Midland branch

'Hissing' homeless man on bank steps lead longtime clients to stop using downtown Midland branch

'Instead of trying to fix the problem, they’re shutting down banks,' TD customer says after branch begins locking vestible containing ATM to customers outside regular business hours
Wye Marsh sounds trumpets over Charles the swan's passing

Wye Marsh sounds trumpets over Charles the swan's passing

Friends of Wye Marsh team 'braved the elements' to rescue Charles' body from Wye River. A necropsy is being performed to determine cause of death
Feds 'not moving forward' with Métis self-government bill

Feds 'not moving forward' with Métis self-government bill

'Bill C-53 would’ve set a dangerous precedent for the recognition of false claims to Indigenous identity,' Ontario Chief says after federal minister's announcement
'Hot mess': Local man worries for family back home in Syria

'Hot mess': Local man worries for family back home in Syria

Khatchik Amen says there are so many competing interests at play in Syria following downfall of Bashar al-Assad that 'the future is unknown'
COLUMN: Violence toward women remains 'disturbing issue' across Canada

COLUMN: Violence toward women remains 'disturbing issue' across Canada

Many years covering crime and court meant regularly coming across men committing heinous acts of violence against those they supposedly loved, writes editor
'Abhorrent': Resident upset local auction house selling Nazi memorabilia

'Abhorrent': Resident upset local auction house selling Nazi memorabilia

'No ethical business should profit off of the Holocaust,' woman says; auction owner says it's about history, and 'not to glorify or promote the harmful ideologies'
Indigenous activist questions Métis Nation of Ontario chair's roots

Indigenous activist questions Métis Nation of Ontario chair's roots

'It’s a drive-by smear campaign. It’s not the first time. I’m just the flavour of the month they’re going after,' says Hank Rowlinson
Midland protesters demand Raytheon ELCAN 'stop deadly deeds'

Midland protesters demand Raytheon ELCAN 'stop deadly deeds'

'This is a national day of action to protest any company that produces components for F-35 fighter jets,' organizer says. 'This company (Raytheon) produces optics for weapons'
COLUMN: Silence isn't always golden when dealing with school board

COLUMN: Silence isn't always golden when dealing with school board

'I’m asking a reflective question, then: Why do you think you’re not getting an answer?' SCDSB education director tells editor when asked about lack of response to queries
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