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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

Midland mayor offers housing solution to deal with rental crisis

Midland mayor offers housing solution to deal with rental crisis

'I am a happy landlord and doing my part and hope to inspire others with the capacity and desire to join me,' Gordon says, noting adapting home to add rental unit helps address housing crisis while giving homeowner extra income
Indigenous activist questions MNO chair's Métis roots

Indigenous activist questions MNO chair's Métis roots

But Hank Rowlinson calls it a 'drive-by smear campaign,' promises legal action against those questioning his ancestry
Tiny mayor happy with progress made at AMO conference

Tiny mayor happy with progress made at AMO conference

'Council was able to connect with other municipalities to share challenges and ideas on common issues many of us share,' mayor says, noting septage, settlement area development figured prominently in meetings with provincial ministers.
Moon over Midland: Flashing passersby downtown 'not acceptable'

Moon over Midland: Flashing passersby downtown 'not acceptable'

Mayor says town not turning a blind eye, wants to 'dissuade activities that make people feel unsafe in our community' as more people hang out in vacant storefront vestibules
Local First Nation leaders call out MNO attempt to 'rewrite history'

Local First Nation leaders call out MNO attempt to 'rewrite history'

'The MNO’s only job is to find sympathetic ears to tell their false narratives,' says statement signed by First Nations' leadership, including Beausoleil and Chippewas of Rama First Nations
Ontario chief calls on province to 'erase' six Métis communities, including Georgian Bay

Ontario chief calls on province to 'erase' six Métis communities, including Georgian Bay

Chief says 'just because you have a drop of Indigenous blood running through your veins' doesn't make one Indigenous at identify fraud summit
'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 doc closing practice over 'systemic' issues causing family medicine 'crisis'

Midland doc closing practice over 'systemic' issues causing family medicine 'crisis'

'I remain disappointed at the lack of serious reforms to improve primary care, despite the government rhetoric,' says Dr. Alia Ali, who also takes umbrage with hurdles facing foreign-born doctors
New inpatient acute-care beds at Waypoint 'will save lives'

New inpatient acute-care beds at Waypoint 'will save lives'

'This helps ensure timely and accessible care to individuals in crisis,' MPP Jill Dunlop says of Health Minister Sylvia Jones announcement Monday. 'We’re sending a clear message that mental health mattters.'
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