News headlines, sports, weather and of course important things happening in and around our city, get it all on Today in the SOO. Join host Scott Sexsmith for all the information you need to carry on with your day. Get it every Monday-Friday and get it in five minutes or less!
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Where all news is local, and no topic is off-limits. Join us every week for a unique podcast that explores the most important stories of all: the ones right in your neighbourhood. A rundown of the best local journalism—big and small—from Village Media newsrooms across Ontario.
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News headlines, sports, weather and of course important things happening in Toronto's downtown, get it all on Today in Toronto. Join host Scott Sexsmith for all the information you need to carry on with your day and get it fast every Monday-Friday on TorontoToday.ca
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In this new nightly feature, Village Media journalists take a deeper dive into important stories making headlines around the province Every day, our local journalists tackle the stories that matter most: the ones that impact your day-to-day life. In communities across the province — as well at Queen’s Park and on Parliament Hill — our on-the-ground reporters and editors chase down the answers you need to know. In this new nightly segment — ‘Closer Look’ — Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits ...
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Trillium Talk - A weekly briefing from the Ontario Legislature from the team at The Trillium
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Every week, Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our staffers at The Trillium to talk about the week that was at Queen's Park — and the week ahead. Launched in 2023 by Village Media, a leader in local journalism, The Trillium is a comprehensive news and information source devoted exclusively to insider coverage of Ontario politics. Passionate and plugged in, The Trillium delivers the major political headlines of the day while unpacking complex policy changes and digging deeper into key issue ...
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Arguably the most famous vibrator, Magic Wand has improved the sex lives of millions of people over the past 56 years. More importantly, it has shaped how we think about, talk about, and depict sex more broadly in society. Making Magic, a limited audio series, examines the legacy of Magic Wand and its significant impact on society's acceptance of pleasure. The series connects listeners to the stories of people whose lives have been changed by this vibrator. Magic Wand's illustrious history i ...
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Newsmakers, hosts, athletes and people of influence. This is your chance to get Up Close & Personal with some prominent Canadians who have become a part of our everyday lives. Join veteran broadcaster Scott Sexsmith as he goes one on one to get the untold stories from some of the biggest names in our country.
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Canada doesn't really have a 'star system' like our neighbours to the south. In fact, many of our celebrities have had to leave the country to find the work and recognition they deserve. Well, THE CANADIAN STAR SYSTEM aims to change that. Each week, host Steve Patterson (CBC Radio's The Debaters) and his producer/co-host Diana Frances (Canadian Screen Award winning comedy writer) interview a well-known Canadian celebrity who then shines the spotlight on someone THEY think should also be a st ...
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: MNR issues Flood Outlook Shopping across the river could cost you surtax on some goods Doug Ford and cabinet to be sworn in today Two new names emerge a…
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CLOSER LOOK: What happens when cops bang down the wrong door?
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4:09Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': In a dramatic raid captured on video, heavily armed police in Barrie executed a search warrant at the wrong house. Should the cops pay for the damage left behind? These conversations go beyond the headlines, helping viewers better understand how we gather the details that land in your local news feed. On ton…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: North of the city could get hammered with snow Council defers action on Councilor Kinach's complaint Benches along Bay and Albert to be repaired or repl…
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CLOSER LOOK: A new prime minister has been chosen — now when is the election?
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7:55Send us a text In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down an important story making headlines around the province. On tonight's episode: When will Mark Carney send us to the polls? These conversations go beyond the headlines, helping viewers better understand how we gather the details that land in your local news feed. On tonight's e…
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Algoma Steel boss talks to us about Trump, pollution and looming job cuts
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1:25:23Send us a text This week on our 'Inside the Village' podcast: A wide-ranging conversation with Algoma Steel CEO Michael Garcia, an American citizen who holds a unique vantage point on the brewing trade war. Welcome back to Inside the Village, a one-of-a-kind podcast where all news is local — and no topic is off-limits. On this week's episode: An in…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Charged-up Doug Ford determined to hit back at U.S.
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7:17Send us a text Welcome back to Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Now that the provincial election campaign is over, our regular Sunday morning catch-up with staffers at The Trillium is back to its regular weekend time slot. On the show today is deputy editor Sneh Duggal, who …
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Closer Look: Ontario woman caught in crossfire of Mexico shooting
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3:55Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': After a dream vacation spiralled into a nightmare, a Northern Ontario woman is warning fellow travellers to be vigilant if they're heading to Mexico for March Break. On tonight's episode: A not-so-dream vacation. A Northern Ontario woman is warning fellow travellers to be vigilant after she was caught in the…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: 42-year-old charged with manslaughter following overdose Ottawa to suspend second wave of retaliatory tariffs City moving forward with plan to link Hiaw…
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CLOSER LOOK: As a trade war looms, our consumer debt is soaring
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3:35Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': Maybe it's a good thing the Ford government introduced mandatory financial literacy classes for Ontario high school students. Here's another reason to worry about a lengthy trade war with the United States. According to figures released last week, consumer debt in Canada hit a record $2.56 trillion in the fo…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: Morning accident on Mile Hill Hwy 17 between SSM and Desbarats now open Roof collapse at Tarentorous Sports Club The stars and stripes will continue to …
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CLOSER LOOK: Karina Gould tells us why she’s the best choice to replace Justin Trudeau
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21:48Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': A one-on-one conversation with Liberal leadership candidate Karina Gould. On Sunday, the Liberal Party of Canada will choose Justin Trudeau's successor. Four candidates are vying for the Liberal leadership: former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney, former deputy prime minister Chrystia Freeland, former cab…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: Conservation Authority warns of potential flooding LCBO pulls all American made booze from shelves Flying over March Break - Know your rights Lisa Vezea…
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CLOSER LOOK: Too late to cancel my March Break flight to the U.S.?
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10:26Send us a text With thousands of Canadians travellers set to take off next week, the hosts of our Inside the Village podcast get some helpful advice from a leading expert on air passenger rights. Donald Trump's promised tariffs officially took effect at 12:01 this morning, sending stock markets into disarray and triggering retaliatory countermeasur…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: The Trade War has begun Ring of Fire: Ford tells feds to get out of the way At least 20 at Algoma Steel receive layoff notices Police looking for Toyota…
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CLOSER LOOK: With tariffs coming, Doug Ford is on fire to get moving on Ring of Fire
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7:56Send us a text In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down an important story making headlines around the province. On tonight's episode: Why the much-hyped Ring of Fire project is still years away. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering. Th…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: Mayor Shoemaker calls out The King Trump declares English as the official language of the US All-season roads to Ring of Fire site not ready for at leas…
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CLOSER LOOK: Welcome to McDavid's, may I take your order please?
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4:07Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': Overtime winner, fast food dinner. The local McDonald's in Connor McDavid's hometown of Newmarket is celebrating his huge game-winning goal with a temporary name change. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering. Thes…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Ford more years? Here’s what to expect
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11:01Send us a text Throughout the provincial campaign, our team of political reporters at The Trillium kept you up to date on all the big news from the major party leaders. Today, they convene for one more panel discussion. We’ve officially reached the hangover phase of the election campaign. After four weeks crisscrossing the province with Ontario’s p…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: Snowfall warning in effect until tonight - 15cm's on the way SSM remains blue as Scott wins tight race Vezeau Allen says results aren't official and won…
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Today in the SOO - Thursday February 27, 2025
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3:37Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: It's election day! Follow SooToday tonight for all the results Police charge man asleep at the wheel with suspected drugs 41-year-old facing a number of…
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CLOSER LOOK: Watch out for huge falling icicles — but don’t blowtorch them
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4:04Send us a text In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down an interesting story making headlines around the province. On tonight's episode: Beware of those giant dangling icicles. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering. These conversations g…
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TRILLIUM TALK: On election eve, leaders make one final push
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5:22Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Although this segment usually runs on Sunday mornings, we've been ramping things up now that a provincial election has been set for Feb. 27. Every weekday during the campaign — which officially en…
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Today in the SOO - Wednesday February 26, 2025
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3:30Send us a text On this episode of Today in the Soo: NDP candidate distances herself from attack on Chris Scott Former chief economist for Ontario gives PC platform a failing grade Area candidates not very responsive to environmental survey Last all candidates debate at Algoma U had 4 of 6 candidates show up Council to review city's snow removal sys…
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CLOSER LOOK: Who stole — then returned — this symbolic quilt?
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3:08Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': A handmade quilt created to honour residential school survivors was stolen earlier this month from a Timmins museum, then anonymously dropped in a library book return. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering. These …
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TRILLIUM TALK: Fighting her own election battle, Crombie takes time to endorse Carney
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2:45Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Although this segment usually runs on Sunday mornings, we've been ramping things up now that a provincial election has been set for Feb. 27. Every weekday during the campaign, Village Media's Scot…
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Today in the SOO - Tuesday February 25, 2025
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4:02Send us a text On today's podcast: Pothole Patrol: Be careful on Wellington between Brock and Elgin Council throws unanimous support behind residential project Occupancy at SAH ended 20204 the highest in over two years Local youth speak to candidates at 'some-candidates' meeting Liberal party's plan to cap international students would be detrimenta…
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CLOSER LOOK: How an Ontario prof is saving climate change data from Trump's eraser
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5:14Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': With Donald Trump back in the White House, basic climate change data is starting to disappear from U.S. government websites — but not all of it. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering. These conversations go beyond…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Ford lays out billions in new spending, insists he won’t hike taxes
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4:04Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Although this segment usually runs on Sunday mornings, we've been ramping things up now that a provincial election has been set for Feb. 27. Every weekday during the campaign, Village Media's Scot…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: Doug Ford defends Chris Scott Local Liberal candidate says Crombie won't make it here Algoma Students Union hosting candidates debate tomorrow An approv…
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CLOSER LOOK: Mr. Ford goes to Washington (again)
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3:28Send us a text In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down an important story making headlines around the province. Tonight: We follow Doug Ford on another election-campaign detour to the U.S. Capitol. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering.…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Why Mike Schreiner has a good feeling about this election
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22:48Send us a text In a special edition of Trillium Talk, Ontario's Green Party leader joins our 'Inside the Village' podcast for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of election day. Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from The Trillium, Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. For today’s episode,…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: Trumped! Canada beats the USA at 4 Nations Another all candidates debate that was anything but OREA says PC's lag behind other parties where affordable …
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CLOSER LOOK: Our Canadian pride is showing — don’t say sorry
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3:20Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': As U.S. President Donald Trump ramps up his 51st state rhetoric — just hours before the big game — Canadians are expressing their national pride in ways not seen in a long time. In case you haven't heard, there's a big hockey game tonight: Team Canada versus Team U.S.A. in the final of the 4 Nations Face-Off…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Marit Stiles answers all our questions
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31:15Send us a text In a special edition of Trillium Talk, Ontario's NDP leader joins our 'Inside the Village' podcast for a deep-dive discussion from the campaign trail — one week before voters make their choice. Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from The Trillium, Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario L…
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Today in the SOO - Thursday February 20, 2025
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CLOSER LOOK: This classic made-in-Ontario hockey movie is getting a reboot
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5:11Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': Forget all the negative headlines for a few minutes — because the 1980s movie Youngblood is being remade, with a little help from the OHL's Barrie Colts. On tonight's episode: Some much-needed nostalgia. For moviegoers of a certain age, Youngblood was a cult classic — a 1980s hockey drama, filmed in Toronto,…
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TRILLIUM TALK: What you say on social media lasts forever
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8:59Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Although this segment usually runs on Sunday mornings, we've been ramping things up now that a provincial election has been set for Feb. 27. Every weekday during the campaign, Village Media's Scot…
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Today in the SOO - Wednesday February 19, 2025
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3:16Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: One dead following Sunday's house fire on Woodward Ave. Record number of vehicle collisions in January Ward 1 councillors have different opinions on tra…
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CLOSER LOOK: Facing eviction after 47 years, this tenant fought back
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10:20Send us a text Tonight on 'Closer Look': An increasing number of Ontario landlords are using N12s to evict longtime tenants, arguing they need the unit for personal use. But not every property owner is being honest. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering.…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Doug Ford’s Greenbelt line gets a good laugh
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3:35Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Although this segment usually runs on Sunday mornings, we're ramping things up now that a provincial election has been set for Feb. 27. Every weekday during the campaign, Village Media's Scott Sex…
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Today in the SOO - Tuesday February 18, 2025
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3:08Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: Party leaders debate for a final time last night 19 injured after plane crashes at Pearson Ford's trip to the Sault delayed Labour Council hosts grip an…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Leaders trade jabs at first of two debates
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5:29Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Although this segment usually runs on Sunday mornings, we're ramping things up now that a provincial election has been set for Feb. 27. Every weekday during the campaign, Village Media's Scott Sex…
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CLOSER LOOK: Dr. Internet? Physician shortage leaves many with no other option
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4:02Send us a text 'Perfect storm': A new survey found an alarming number of Canadians are depending on medical misinformation online because they don't have a family doctor. As Ontarians prepare to head to the polls on Feb. 27, the province's doctor shortage is one of the most pressing issues of the campaign. Each of the major party leaders has promis…
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Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: 35-year-old man facing 45 charges OPP asking for help locating federal offender Should the city follow Orillia's doctor shortage plan Local EMS paramedi…
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CLOSER LOOK: ‘Swatting’ calls no laughing matter for police
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4:34Send us a text In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down an important story making headlines around the province. Tonight: the growing problem of prank 911 callers sending cops to fake emergencies. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering. T…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Premiers get ever so close to Oval Office
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4:42Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Although this segment usually runs on Sunday mornings, we're ramping things up now that a provincial election has been set for Feb. 27. Every weekday during the campaign, Village Media's Scott Sex…
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Today in the SOO - Thursday February 13, 2025
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CLOSER LOOK: This landmark highway statue will live another day
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3:31Send us a text Tonight on Village Media's 'Closer Look': After months of debate, a Northern Ontario town is spending $10,000 to save an iconic lumberjack statue from getting the axe. Every weeknight, Village Media’s Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our journalists to explore a compelling story they are covering. These conversations go beyond th…
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TRILLIUM TALK: Team Canada crashes the U.S. Capitol
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5:52Send us a text Welcome to a special edition of Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature. Although this segment usually runs on Sunday mornings, we're ramping things up now that a provincial election has been set for Feb. 27. Every weekday during the campaign, Village Media's Scott Sex…
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Today in the SOO - Wednesday February 12, 2025
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3:27Send us a text Today in the SOO is brought to you by View Restaurant + Bar located in the Delta Hotel downtown on the waterfront. Enjoy the food, enjoy the wine, enjoy the view. On today's podcast: Trump to stack steel tariffs on top of other levies MP Carol Hughes says tariffs needs to be met with appropriate countermeasures Some cancer patients h…
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