Alex Flood

Born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie, Alex graduated from the College of Sports Media where he discovered his passion for reporting and broadcasting. Outside of covering local news, Alex is a devoted hockey fan, pianist, and reality show fanatic who enjoys spending time with friends and exploring new places

Email: alex@sootoday.com

Recent Work by Alex

Cancer prognosis no match for Sault woman’s enthusiasm

A paramedic for 20 years, Sherri Rathwell found herself on the receiving end of care when she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2020, but thanks to her bone marrow donor, the mother of three was inspired to get active again through running

Mar 27, 2023 3:53 PM Read more >

Bruce Mines man advocates for epilepsy awareness on Purple Day

'I’m not different; I just have a few bad days,' says Sean Woudstra, who has lived with unpredictable seizures brought on by his epilepsy for the past 15 years

Mar 26, 2023 5:09 PM Read more >

Spring vendor show invites dozens to Elks Lodge

Hosted by members of the Canadian Royal Purple, Sunday’s vendor show collected donations to go towards a number of local community initiatives

Mar 26, 2023 1:50 PM Read more >

Innovation recognized by Chamber at awards show

The 2023 Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Business Achievement Awards invited hundreds inside the Machine Shop on Saturday night to celebrate difference makers in the community

Mar 26, 2023 8:25 AM Read more >

Algoma U wrestler turns his setbacks into comeback

After taking two years off from wrestling, Algoma University’s Kyle Price made a quick comeback at the turn of the year to finish third in the national rankings for his weight category

Mar 25, 2023 4:14 PM Read more >

Families enjoy some laughs at afternoon comedy show

The family-friendly comedy production of ‘Like it or Not’ took centre stage at Korah Collegiate this Saturday

Mar 25, 2023 3:08 PM Read more >

Cuts for the Cause returns to local hairdressing salon

Catherine’s Hairstyling & Barbershop is donating 100 per cent of their proceeds on Saturday to Habitat for Humanity Sault Ste. Marie

Mar 25, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

Significant leaks at brand-new twin ice pad under investigation

“They’re not sure if it’s from the snow on the roof melting. It appears some of the radiant tube heaters or rooftop units could be leaking as well,” says city spokesperson Tessa Vecchio

Mar 22, 2023 12:17 PM Read more >

Algoma’s small-town libraries struggle to get affordable e-books

Thessalon Public Library interim CEO Norma LeBlanc explains that having access to internet is a must before the province even discusses creating a new digital system

Mar 21, 2023 4:02 PM Read more >

Million Dollar Quartet ‘first of its kind’ show in the Sault

In a unique twist to local theatre, the actors are also the musicians as the West End Theatre Project presents a spin on the famous Million Dollar Quartet recording session from 1956

Mar 20, 2023 11:50 AM Read more >