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Guelph police seek witnesses after cyclist struck in hit-and-run
Guelph police are asking for the public’s help with their investigation into a collision between a minivan and a cyclist Tuesday afternoon.
There was no time to save Wilmot Township corn crop on newly purchased land, regional staff report says
A staff report is set to be presented before regional council on Wednesday explaining why 160 acres (nearly 65 hectares) of feed corn was destroyed on land in Wilmot Township in July after the land was purchased by the Region of Waterloo.
35 people in Kitchener, Ont., out total of $40K, say police about one of latest online rental scams
Despite being aware of the many online rental scams in Canada, one Kitchener, Ont., resident says he was stunned to learn he can now be counted as one of the victims. Police are investigating after at least 35 people filed reports about the rental unit.
Fall gardening event to enhance Waterloo meadow to help next spring's pollinators
A group in Waterloo is holding gardening events in spots around the city this fall to plant wildflowers to help benefit pollinators next spring and summer.
'Great growing season' means apples and pumpkins are ready ahead of schedule, local farmers say
Following a summer with intense rain and continuous heat, local apple and pumpkin farmers are weighing in on how their growing seasons turned out.
New organizer steps into leadership role for Guelph's Terry Fox Run
Terry Fox Runs will take place in more than 650 communities across the country this weekend. In Guelph, the run will see new leadership for the first time in three decades.
Cambridge works to fill school crossing guard vacancies
Despite beginning the school year with a shortage of crossing guards, the City of Cambridge says it's been able to hire people and only four vacancies remain.
16 years after her wedding, this Guelph woman opens package with gown to find it's not hers
While some brides rush to see their wedding dress shortly after the nuptials, others opt to wait for a milestone anniversary to open the box and reflect on the big day. Ashley Charette, however, made a shocking discovery when she opened the packaged gown.
Guelph charity thrift store sees demand skyrocket as students return to school
A charity thrift store in Guelph, Ont., is ensuring everyone has access to the clothes they need regardless of their financial situations.
University of Waterloo debuts new campus emergency alert system for 2024 fall semester
Improvements include the implementation of a new campus alert system and revision of their emergency response procedures and approaches.