Busy Kitchener intersection reopens following temporary closure

(CityNews file photo.)

By CityNews Kitchener Staff

Posted Sep 10, 2024 09:33:21 AM.

Last Updated Sep 10, 2024 10:02:42 AM.

Construction temporarily closed a busy intersection in Kitchener.

According to Waterloo Regional Police, the intersection of Fischer-Hallman Road and Ottawa Street South was closed due to road reconstruction.

Roadwork has been underway on that portion of the road since June.

The intersection reopened just before 10 a.m. on Tuesday.

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