Charlene Close

680 NewsRadio Assignment Editor/Reporter/Anchor/Writer. I’m all about the facts. Proud to call Scarborough home.

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

@phoebebindi Thank you so much! You're very kind!

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

Have you seen Zara? She’s been missing since Thursday.

[RogersStadium @Rogers_Stadium]

Due to inclement weather, tonight’s Bruno Mars show in Toronto at Rogers Stadium has been rescheduled to May 31, 2026.

The safety of our guests, artists, crew and staff remains our top priority.

All previously purchased tickets will be honoured for the new date.

[TTC Media Relations 📰🚌🚋🚈 @TTCNewsroom]

At this hour, the #TTC and CUPE Local 2 continue to bargain with the assistance of a mediator to reach a fair and affordable agreement.
Service continues to operate as usual.
More at https://t.co/nl45lakyPV

[Jim Jessop @ChiefJessopTFS]

Today, our crews responded to a lithium-ion e-bike battery fire on Lawrence Ave E. The fire caused significant damage to the unit and injured 4 individuals, including children. This incident is an important reminder that lithium-ion batteries can pose serious risks. #toronto

[Toronto Catholic District School Board @TCDSB]

INCLEMENT WEATHER ALERT: All schools and board sites will be closed tomorrow, Monday January 26.

Secondary exams scheduled for Monday have been rescheduled to Thursday, Jan 29, at the same times.

For more information, visit https://t.co/VdUE8lu43g

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

A big sigh of relief for anyone flying with Porter!

[Porter Airlines @porterairlines]

Porter and its flight dispatchers, represented by the CALDA, jointly announce that the parties have reached a tentative collective agreement. This agreement reflects constructive and productive discussions at the bargaining table.

Learn more: https://t.co/Ffiah5KdA6

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

Someone donated this wooden urn to a thrift store in West Lincoln, ON. I have an identical urn at home with the cremated remains of my cat. If you know anything about this one or the code, give @NiagRegPolice a call to help solve the mystery.

[NRPS @NiagRegPolice]

Media Release: Public Assistance Requested in Identifying Owner of Cremated Remains
https://t.co/7BvFIXACxB

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

Move over Labubu! JellyCat is seeing a resurgence in popularity. Robyn Berman @bergodesigns is the first independent #JellyCat shop-in-shop location in Canada! Listen to my conversation with her this weekend on #680NewsRadio @CityNewsTO

https://t.co/dztZhZEzRu

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

Please, please, please clean up after yourself if you’re fishing! Actions - and inaction - have consequences. RIP Mango.

[CityNews Toronto @CityNewsTO]

Internet famous Scarborough swan dies of suspected lead poisoning. https://t.co/SV2UfJDz4J

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

Fixer upper with flare? Heritage house in Richmond Hill is getting a lot of attention. Click below to find out why!

[CityNews Toronto @CityNewsTO]

A heritage house for sale in Richmond Hill is getting a lot of attention but not because of its coveted location. Roddie Saunders with Century 21 Heritage Group set up more than a dozen handmade dolls in the two-bedroom, one-bathroom bungalow. https://t.co/MS2VnEfQ9v

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

Meet Bichette, Guerrero Jr & Guasman! 4-mth old tuxedo kittens at the @EtobHumaneSoc They're available for adoption now! Their brother Kirk and dad Springer have already been adopted! @BlueJays @CityNewsTO

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

Hey @311Toronto @TorontoPFR @BradMBradford Have you seen this?? Any explanation regarding source and cleanup? @CityNewsTO

[joeblough @joeblough1970]

@BradMBradford
Taylor Creek this morning on Dentonia Golf Course

Full of raw sewage ! Please get the City on this ASAP. 311 informed also

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

@Bell_Support Hi I'm a reporter with 680News Radio. Just got a call from someone who says their internet is STILL out! Do you have updated numbers on how many customers are still without service and an estimated restoration time?

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

@TorontoPearson Are the two affected runways clear yet?

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

Take a closer look at this car. OPP think its driver assaulted an 80 y/o woman last Wednesday. Video footage of the car is within the video. @CityNewsTO

[OPP Highway Safety Division @OPP_HSD]

Appealing for witnesses after an 80-year-old woman was assaulted. Salem road ramp to EB Highway 401, 10:35-11:00am April 23, '25. Suspect - male, white, 20-35 years old, long black hair, tattoos, driving a Nissan (may be damaged). If you can help, call #WhitbyOPP 905-668-3388 ^ks

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

At a time when we should be training MORE journalists.....

[Broadcast Dialogue @BroadcastDialog]

Fanshawe College is the latest Ontario post-secondary to announce it's suspending some Broadcasting and Journalism programs
https://t.co/zCd8zOryFr

[Charlene Close @CharleneDClose]

The show must go on?

[Mirvish Productions @Mirvish]

Sunday, February 16, 2025: Today's performances at all Mirvish theatres will play as scheduled. Please plan accordingly.

[Toronto District School Board @tdsb]

We wanted to share an important update about a cyber incident experienced by the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) involving PowerSchool.

Read the full letter: https://t.co/T9MKTnld4h

[CityNews Toronto @CityNewsTO]

Thanks to your generosity, we are now at a current take home prize of OVER $300,000 💲💰 It's the 680 NewsRadio 50/50 Fortune in support of @Food4kidsONT 🍽 Plus you could win early bird draw 2️⃣: Jays and Leafs tickets ⚾🏒 with signed jerseys. Tickets at: https://t.co/RHQnz3MdlK