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KITCHENER FIRE DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES NEXT GENERATION 9-1-1
On Oct. 23, the Kitchener Fire Department implemented Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1), a fully digital upgrade to the traditional emergency network that improves reliability, accuracy and system resilience. Kitchener […]
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WRDSB SOLICITING COMMUNITY FEEDBACK
The Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) accepted community feedback until Oct. 24 as part of its ongoing policy review process, aimed at ensuring its policies reflect community needs, align […]
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CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY GRANTS OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS
On Sept. 30, 2025, the City of Cambridge opened applications for its Community Grants Program, which provides funding to local organizations offering health, lifestyle and well-being services. Applications are open […]
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ALL ABOARD THE WEEKEND TRAIN
On Nov. 23, the GO Train service will expand its service along the Kitchener line, adding four weekend trips to the area. The Ontario government reached an agreement with CN […]
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PERIMETER INSTITUTE CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY
From Sept. 20-27, the Perimeter Institute celebrated its twenty-fifth anniversary with a week-long festival, including an open house, public lectures and film screenings. The Waterloo-based research centre was founded […]
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KITCHENER AND WATERLOO RECEIVE FUNDING FOR MEETING HOUSING GOALS
The Ontario government plans to award $16.7 million to Kitchener and Waterloo through the second round of the Building Faster Fund. The three-year, $1.2-billion program provides funding for housing […]
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COFFEE TIME AT CLEMENTINA
Café Clementina, promising fresh flavours and a cozy gathering spot, opened on August 30, co-owners Shauni Haggerty and Allyson Padgett previously held management roles at their previous cafe. They eventually […]
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ONTARIO GOVERNMENT INTRODUCES BILL 33, CONCERNS RAISED
On May 29, the Ontario government introduced Bill 33 to legislation. The Bill offers more power to the premier’s office over school boards while tightening oversight of children’s aid societies, […]
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WATERLOO CANCELS LEASE WITH ARTSBUILD
On June 23, the City of Waterloo cancelled their lease agreement with ArtsBuild Ontario, citing cost concerns and the prioritization of affordable housing. ArtsBuild Ontario (ABO) is a non-profit organization […]
