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Philip Oddi

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Ontario, Québec
As seen in: EIN News, Waterloo Region Record, The Hamilton Spectator (Hamilton, ON), St. Catharines Standard, Niagara Falls Review, Penticton Herald, Kingstonist, The Review.ca, Canadian Firefighter Magazine
Covers:  Inspiring rural stories; local politics, events, and news; religion, culture, secularism/laïcité; mental health and illnesses; conceptions of “free speech,” censorship, and cancel culture.
Doesn't Cover: I am fairly open to covering topics in all areas.
Journalist - Author - Tired Millennial Dad. Views are my own and do NOT represent those of my employers⚜️🇫🇷🇮🇹 J’apprends français, sois patient!

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Philip Oddi’s Biography

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Philip Oddi is dedicated to delivering high-quality reporting on community events, news, and stories. After years as an educator and graduate student, he made the pivotal decision to transition into journalism. In addition to his reporting work, Philip is a self-published author.

Philip completed his MA in Religion, Culture and Global Justice at Wilfrid Laurier University in 2019 and received his BA with honours in English and Religion & Culture from the same university in 2018. Philip was prev…

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More than $22,000 raised so far for Vankleek Hill man seeking second double-lung transplant

More than $22,000 raised so far for Vankleek Hill man seeking second double-lung transplant

A local resident is awaiting their second double-lung transplant at the Toronto General Hospital (TGH) after …

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Festival Multiculturel de Hawkesbury dates and artists announced

Festival Multiculturel de Hawkesbury dates and artists announced

The official artist lineup and dates for the annual Festival Multiculturel de Hawkesbury have been announced.…

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Eastern Ontario communities could lose rail access under Alto plan, Reid says

Eastern Ontario communities could lose rail access under Alto plan, Reid says

Prior to the high-speed rail town hall on Wednesday, May 6, in Casselman, Lanark-Frontenac Member of Parliame…

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East Hawkesbury appoints James McMahon as Director of Public Works

East Hawkesbury appoints James McMahon as Director of Public Works

On Monday, April 13, the Township of East Hawkesbury appointed James McMahon as its new Director of Public Wo…

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North Glengarry Council designates Glengarry Renaissance Festival as municipally significant

North Glengarry Council designates Glengarry Renaissance Festival as municipally significant

On Monday, April 27, North Glengarry Council unanimously designated the Glengarry Renaissance Festival as a m…

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Remaining $7,500 in North Glengarry community grants awarded

Remaining $7,500 in North Glengarry community grants awarded

North Glengarry Council reviewed the second intake of its 2026 Community Grant Program (CMP) at its Monday, A…

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Local talent brings the house down at Glengarry’s Got Talent

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By Philip Oddi Verified
| The Review.ca Verified
A crowd of approximately 400 individuals gathered at the Glengarry Sports Palace on Saturday, May 9, for Glengarry’s Got Talent. Performers from across the region took the stage before an enthusiastic hometown audience and a panel of three judges. Approximately 400 attendees cheered on contestants at Glengarry’s Got Talent. Photo: Philip Oddi. The annual event was organized by Caddell Productions, led by Brian and Elizabeth Caddell, in partnership with the Township of North Glengarry.
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Candidates begin to file in North Glengarry municipal election Original

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By Philip Oddi Verified
| The Hamilton Spectator (Hamilton, ON) Verified
Nominations for the Ontario 2026 municipal elections opened on Friday, May 1, and candidates have begun to file nomination papers in North Glengarry. As of Monday, May 4, the township’s unofficial list includes several candidates seeking council positions. The Township of North Glengarry’s municipal council is made up of both township-wide and ward-based representatives. Voters across the entire municipality elect the mayor, deputy mayor, and councillor at large.
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Candidates begin to file in North Glengarry municipal election

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By Philip Oddi Verified
| St. Catharines Standard Verified
Nominations for the Ontario 2026 municipal elections opened on Friday, May 1, and candidates have begun to file nomination papers in North Glengarry. As of Monday, May 4, the township’s unofficial list includes several candidates seeking council positions. The Township of North Glengarry’s municipal council is made up of both township-wide and ward-based representatives. Voters across the entire municipality elect the mayor, deputy mayor, and councillor at large.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

My first piece had me covering an Eastern Ontario tractor pull and show in the rain. Got down in the mud, literally.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Of course! Still have one at my desk.

How is social media changing news?

Social media both hinders and helps news spread, though certainly more caution is required when getting information on these sites.
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