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Darren Taylor

Darren Taylor

Darren Taylor is a news reporter and photographer in Sault Ste Marie. He regularly covers community events, political announcements and numerous board meetings. With a background in broadcast journalism before making the jump to digital media, Darren has worked in the media since 1996. Born and raised in the Sault, he has a B.A. from the University of Toronto (specializing in 20th century British, European and U.S. history, 1992) and community college diplomas in Visual Arts (Sault College, 1987) and Broadcast Journalism (Dean's Honour List, Loyalist College, 2000). Darren especially enjoys writing SooToday's What's Up Wednesday feature stories and anything to do with Police, Fire, the military and veterans.

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Recent Work by Darren

Sault Symphony to perform Broadway favourites this month

Sault Symphony to perform Broadway favourites this month

May 12 programme at The Machine Shop includes vocal performances for Fiddler on the Roof, Can You Feel the Love Tonight and Where Is Love?
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National Therapy Dog Day: 'Look into those big brown eyes and problems just go away'

National Therapy Dog Day: 'Look into those big brown eyes and problems just go away'

Today is National Therapy Dog Day, and the local program at Sault’s St. John Ambulance needs more canines and volunteers as it continues to rebuild after COVID lockdowns
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Local teacher stars in Sault production of Legally Blonde

Local teacher stars in Sault production of Legally Blonde

'Every single person in this cast is exceptional': Ariella D’Agostino plays lead role in Musical Comedy Guild of Sault Ste. Marie production, which runs from May 1 to 4
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'Don’t be a bystander': Former city councillor still devoted to serving the Sault

'Don’t be a bystander': Former city councillor still devoted to serving the Sault

A well-known figure in town, Susan Myers reflects on her years of work as tourism professional, city councillor, school board trustee and dedicated volunteer
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Flavoured pouches chock-full of nicotine a danger to local kids: Algoma Public Health

Flavoured pouches chock-full of nicotine a danger to local kids: Algoma Public Health

APH board of health calls on federal and provincial governments to tighten regulations over sales of the pouches that are intended to help people quit smoking
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International student cuts could force Sault College to suspend programs

International student cuts could force Sault College to suspend programs

President David Orazietti says school 'reviewing all aspects of our operations' in face of new rules; plans for student residence, track and football field delayed but not cancelled
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GALLERY: Ribbon cut at Ojas, marking fresh start for old Muio's location

GALLERY: Ribbon cut at Ojas, marking fresh start for old Muio's location

Sault Mayor Matthew Shoemaker attends ceremonial opening of new South Asian eatery
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Chock-full of nicotine, APH says pouches a danger to local kids

Chock-full of nicotine, APH says pouches a danger to local kids

APH board of health calls on federal and provincial governments to tighten regulations over sales of the pouches that are intended to help people quit smoking
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Minister tours new Legion, talks plan to free up federal buildings for more housing

Minister tours new Legion, talks plan to free up federal buildings for more housing

Trudeau Liberals announced $32M for nine-storey apartment complex in 2023; feds now compiling list of underused federal lands, including post offices, for potential housing
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Five NOSM U students to begin family medicine residencies in the Sault

Five NOSM U students to begin family medicine residencies in the Sault

It is hoped the five medical school graduates will stay in Sault Ste. Marie to practice family medicine locally after completing two-year residencies, which begin July 1
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