Local news can help battle disinformation, report finds. But outlets are struggling

Local news can help battle disinformation, report finds. But outlets are struggling

TORONTO — A new report that surveyed residents of small towns across Canada says a lack of local news outlets weakens community ties and affects people's understanding of how government, schools and hospitals function.
The report comes from the Public Policy

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