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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 firefighters first in Canada to receive new, safer gear

Sault firefighters first in Canada to receive new, safer gear

City council approved purchase of new coats and pants that are free of cancer-causing chemicals — and unveiled just one day after local firefighters battled huge fire downtown
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St. Joseph Island couple on mission to feed hungry in Dominican Republic

St. Joseph Island couple on mission to feed hungry in Dominican Republic

Jake and Shawna-Lee Stubbe are committed to helping the needy in Caribbean nation through their charity 'Food For Life and Hope'
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'Amazing' Sault swimmer adds to huge medal haul at Special Olympics meet

'Amazing' Sault swimmer adds to huge medal haul at Special Olympics meet

'He's got a beautiful heart and he’s dedicated to anything he chooses to put his mind to': Kevin Possamai won three golds and one silver at recent regional meet in North Bay
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Beloved director of Korah Musical Theatre announces retirement — with a song

Beloved director of Korah Musical Theatre announces retirement — with a song

'It's time': Denine Williams taught orchestra, vocalists for 35 years, building the high school's musical theatre productions into must-see annual events
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New cellphone rules not much different than what's already in place at local schools

New cellphone rules not much different than what's already in place at local schools

Local boards already have policies that limit cellphone use, with one director of education saying 'we do not anticipate any major changes' after provincial announcement
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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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