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Two cyclists sent to hospital after pair of crashes just hours apart

A dangerous evening on the roads for cyclists across Waterloo Region, with two separate crashes sending cyclists to hospital within the span of just a few hours. Both took place later in the day on…

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Regional police investigating assault at Kitchener store

Waterloo Regional Police Service is investigating an assault that took place at a Kitchener store. On July 9, police say an unknown woman went into a store in the area of Highland Road West and Westmount…

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Another summer heat wave is here

Another summer heat wave is expected to bring scorching temperatures to southern Ontario for about a week. Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Waterloo Region as hot and humid conditions…
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Suspect wanted in assault involving noxious substance in Kitchener

Waterloo Regional Police are looking for a suspect after an assault in Kitchener involving a noxious substance. On July 11 around 6:15 p.m., police say they responded to a disturbance in the area of…

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Highway 401 closure near Milton this weekend for bridge demolition

A heads up for drivers on Highway 401 through Milton this weekend, a closure is on the way, likely to add some extra time to your drive. A closure will be in place for both the eastbound and westbound…
Victoria Park to see fun, fundraising, foam in 5K Foam Fest

Plenty of excitement is on the way to Victoria Park throughout the day on Saturday, with the Electrolit 5K Foam Fest set to make its way into the region. It’ll include inflatable waterslides, mud pits,…

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Regional police investigating assault at Kitchener store

Waterloo Regional Police Service is investigating an assault that took place at a Kitchener store. On July 9, police say an unknown woman went into a store in the area of Highland Road West and Westmount…

14h ago

Another summer heat wave is here

Another summer heat wave is expected to bring scorching temperatures to southern Ontario for about a week. Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Waterloo Region as hot and humid conditions…
Suspect wanted in assault involving noxious substance in Kitchener

Waterloo Regional Police are looking for a suspect after an assault in Kitchener involving a noxious substance. On July 11 around 6:15 p.m., police say they responded to a disturbance in the area of…

14h ago

Highway 401 closure near Milton this weekend for bridge demolition

A heads up for drivers on Highway 401 through Milton this weekend, a closure is on the way, likely to add some extra time to your drive. A closure will be in place for both the eastbound and westbound…
Victoria Park to see fun, fundraising, foam in 5K Foam Fest

Plenty of excitement is on the way to Victoria Park throughout the day on Saturday, with the Electrolit 5K Foam Fest set to make its way into the region. It’ll include inflatable waterslides, mud pits,…

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