Closer Look
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 down with one of our journalists to explore an important story they are covering.
These interviews are designed to help you better understand how our reporters gather the information that lands in your local news feed.
Podcasting since 2024 • 80 episodes
Closer Look
Latest Episodes
CLOSER LOOK: Uncovering the true cost of a cyberattack
Ransomware attacks are big business, but rarely does the public get an inside glimpse of just how costly they can be. One of our reporters peels back the curtain — with the help of FOI legislation.In cities and towns across O...
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CLOSER LOOK: Brekkie news! Cooler heads prevail in Vegemite spat
Tonight on 'Closer Look': How a TorontoToday article about an iconic Australian food item triggered an international incident — and plenty more headlines.In cities and towns across Ontario — and at
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CLOSER LOOK: True patriot suds: This new bar specializes in Canadian pride
Tonight on 'Closer Look': Bob and Doug McKenzie would be proud of a newly opened restaurant in Toronto, where every last detail pays homage to the true north strong and free.In cities and towns across Ontario — and at
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CLOSER LOOK: Village Media journalist nominated for national award
Tonight on 'Closer Look': CollingwoodToday reporter Jessica Owen is being recognized for her powerful story about an Ontario woman who struggled to access basic supports after a brutal sexual assault.In cities and towns across...
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CLOSER LOOK: 20 years later, pet lover makes shocking discovery about dead cat’s ashes
Tonight on 'Closer Look': In Ontario, pet cremation is a common occurrence — but what happened to this Burlington cat lover is anything but normal.Like thousands of pet owners in Ontario, Valerie Stevenson chose to cremate her...
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