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Full highway closure this weekend for Frederick bridge demolition

If drivers rely on Highway 85 for their morning commute or regular drive, be prepared to hit some delays throughout the weekend, as a portion in Kitchener is set to be closed as the Frederick Street Bridge…

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WRPS reminding drivers of the dangers of snow-covered vehicles

As Waterloo Region continues to push through December, with still months of wintery weather on the way, Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) is issuing its annual reminder to make sure all snow-covered…

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What’s happening in Waterloo Region this weekend

The holiday season is in full swing across Waterloo Region. Various activities are taking place this weekend include several holiday markets and Santa Claus Parades in townships in and around the region. Here’s…

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Two men arrested after stolen vehicle recovered in Wilmot: WRPS

A pair of arrests have been made by Waterloo Regional Police after a stolen vehicle was recovered in a ditch in Wilmot Township. On Friday December 5 around 2 a.m., officers on patrol in the area of…

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Rangers strike hard, strike early in dominant 6-3 win over Petes

The Kitchener Rangers returned to their winning ways in Friday night’s matchup against the Peterborough Petes, doubling the team up in a 6-3 victory. The Blueshirts struck hard and struck early in the…

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WRPS looking for public help in Kitchener theft investigation

Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) is looking for some assistance from the public, hoping to identify an individual involved in a theft in Kitchener. Police said it happened on Dec. 1, when reports…

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WRPS reminding drivers of the dangers of snow-covered vehicles

As Waterloo Region continues to push through December, with still months of wintery weather on the way, Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) is issuing its annual reminder to make sure all snow-covered…

2h ago

What’s happening in Waterloo Region this weekend

The holiday season is in full swing across Waterloo Region. Various activities are taking place this weekend include several holiday markets and Santa Claus Parades in townships in and around the region. Here’s…

4h ago

Two men arrested after stolen vehicle recovered in Wilmot: WRPS

A pair of arrests have been made by Waterloo Regional Police after a stolen vehicle was recovered in a ditch in Wilmot Township. On Friday December 5 around 2 a.m., officers on patrol in the area of…

1h ago

Rangers strike hard, strike early in dominant 6-3 win over Petes

The Kitchener Rangers returned to their winning ways in Friday night’s matchup against the Peterborough Petes, doubling the team up in a 6-3 victory. The Blueshirts struck hard and struck early in the…

2h ago

WRPS looking for public help in Kitchener theft investigation

Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) is looking for some assistance from the public, hoping to identify an individual involved in a theft in Kitchener. Police said it happened on Dec. 1, when reports…

1h ago

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