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.
Episodes
91 episodes
CLOSER LOOK: Love craft cider? Doug Ford has sweet news for you
In cities and towns across Ontario — and at Queen’s Park and
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CLOSER LOOK: Is it time to finally sunset the Sunshine Girl?
In cities and towns across Ontario — and at Queen’s Park and
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CLOSER LOOK: Storage locker heist scores huge haul of valuable sports collectibles
In cities and towns across Ontario — and at Queen’s Park and
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CLOSER LOOK: ‘This dog is going to kill someone,’ warns mom of young girl bit in face
In cities and towns across Ontario — and at Queen’s Park and
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CLOSER LOOK: This Maple Leafs player had a weekend for the ages
Tonight on 'Closer Look': One of the greatest female baseball players of all time made history on Sunday at Christie Pits in Toronto, pitching two scoreless innings on a team full of men.In cities and towns across Ontario — an...
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CLOSER LOOK: Our local journalism is up for another national award
Tonight on 'Closer Look': BarrieToday reporter-photographer Kevin Lamb is being recognized for a series of powerful stories that put a face on the homelessness crisis in his community.In cities and towns across Ontario — and a...
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CLOSER LOOK: Building owner has a message for homeless man who ignited huge fire
Tonight on 'Closer Look': The owner of a landmark Orillia building ravaged by a massive blaze showed empathy for the convicted arsonist in court — 'Let this be the fire that ignites change for you'.In cities and towns across ...
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CLOSER LOOK: Spared the axe, this iconic Ontario lumberjack has a new home
Tonight on 'Closer Look': After months of debate, a piece of Northern Ontario nostalgia is on the move.In cities and towns across Ontario — and at
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CLOSER LOOK: Is it possible to live a zero-waste life? This woman is trying her best
In cities and towns across Ontario — and at Queen’s Park and
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CLOSER LOOK: Mark Carney is firmly in charge — now what?
The dust has settled on Canada's 46th federal election, with Mark Carney's Liberals capturing a razor-thin minority over Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives.It was a
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CLOSER LOOK: Poilievre or Carney? On historic night, our reporters have both camps covered
After weeks of polls, promises and political posturing, we can finally see the finish line.At 10 p.m. EDT, when voting closes on the west coast, federal election results...
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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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CLOSER LOOK: Did Donald Trump mess up your vacation plans?
Tonight on 'Closer Look': As global travellers steer clear of the United States — and more Ontarians plan to vacation close to home — this could be a super summer for our province's tourism sector.In cities and towns across On...
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CLOSER LOOK: As trade war rages on, U.S. flags are coming down
Tonight on 'Closer Look': Newmarket has joined the likes of Barrie and Mississauga in removing all Stars and Stripes from municipal arenas — a strong but symbolic gesture in the face of Trump's tariffs.In cities and towns acro...
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CLOSER LOOK: Killer drunk driver was ‘a time bomb waiting to explode’
Tonight on 'Closer Look': Family and friends delivered emotional victim impact statements at the sentencing hearing for a 26-year-old Ontario man whose drinking and driving caused a deadly crash.In cities and towns across Onta...
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CLOSER LOOK: Blood-sucking ‘vampire fish’ thriving in the Great Lakes? Blame Elon Musk
Tonight on 'Closer Look': Donald Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is jeopardizing longstanding efforts between Canada and the United States to fight invasive sea lampreys.In cities and towns across Ontario — ...
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CLOSER LOOK: Ontario judge weighs in on short-term rental rules
Tonight on 'Closer Look': Tiny Township in Simcoe County has won a court battle over vacation rental regulations that could have major implications on municipalities across the province.In cities and towns across Ontario — and...
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CLOSER LOOK: Epic ice storm inflicts ‘heartbreaking’ damage
In this new feature, Village Media journalists break down an important story making headlines around the province. On tonight's episode: How our local reporters chronicled the aftermath of a nasty storm.Three days after a wick...
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CLOSER LOOK: Was this man fired because he’s running as a People’s Party candidate?
Tonight on 'Closer Look': One day after announcing himself as a candidate in the riding of Sudbury East—Manitoulin—Nickel Belt, Nicholas Bonderoff was escorted out the door of his job.In cities and towns across Ontario — and a...
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CLOSER LOOK: ‘Our only focus is getting David home’: Fight continues for man arrested in Dominican
Tonight on 'Closer Look': We revisit our latest podcast episode featuring Jane Wilcox, who is working around the clock to free her husband after he was accused of drug smuggling in Punta Cana.The waiting continues for David Be...
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