Police investigating after body found in Perth County
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) shut down a section of a Perth County roadway Friday after they say a passerby discovered a body in the area overnight.
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Kitchener school warns parents of man allegedly watching, following students
A Kitchener elementary school is responding to reports of a suspicious man who appeared to be watching or following students on two separate occasions.
Elmira woman calls her rare condition 'really degrading', prepares for surgery in Arizona
An Elmira woman born with Pectus Excavatum, a condition where her ribcage is caved in, is getting set for a life-changing surgery in May.
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$100,000 workplace fine for Kitchener manufacturer and its CEO
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Neighbours raise concerns about hybrid shelter at community meeting
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One person transported to hospital after reports of a large fight in Kitchener: WRPS
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Rangers back at the Aud tonight for Don Cameron Potato Night
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Seaforth hospital to temporarily close ER overnight
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Laurier students vote to keep U-Pass
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Two arrested after Stratford police officer dragged by stolen pickup
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Guelph man charged with impaired driving after snowy window stop
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Canadian Space Agency judges U of G team in out-of-this-world food challenge
A panel from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is learning how a University of Guelph team plans to grow fresh food in space.
Alleged fake customer 'nearly in tears' when trying to scam money off Good Samaritans in Guelph
Guelph police put out a warning about a fake taxi scam targeting Good Samaritans, with cab companies in Guelph and Waterloo region saying there are signs to look for to avoid it.
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An accurate bathroom scale can be an important weight loss tool: consumer reports
It's been almost four weeks since many of us made New Year's resolutions and one of the most popular goals is losing weight.
Looking for a snow blower? Some new electric models no longer need to be plugged in
Those looking for a snow blower to clear their driveways may want to consider an electric model. Consumer Reports has been testing battery-powered snow blowers for the past six years and found electric models are improving.
Toronto woman denied full refund for unexpectedly cancelled New Zealand trip
A Toronto woman says she was given the runaround when she sought a full refund for her upcoming trip, which was cancelled outside of her control.
Ontario man 'devastated' after losing his home and nearly $500K to crypto scam
An Ontario man says he is 'devastated' after spending his entire life savings in an investment scam he got involved from a YouTube video he watched.
Mail theft a growing concern following rash of mailbox break-ins in GTA
Thieves are allegedly targeting community mailboxes looking to rob them of packages, cheques, and financial documents they can use to steal identities.
This is how thieves stole a Toronto condo and sold it for $970,000
Moffy Yu, a former international student who now lives in China's Hubei province, said she never put her home in Toronto up for sale. Instead, she says, it was stolen.
New bank form aims to help reduce fraud against seniors, limit liability
TD Canada Trust is now using a bank form that could raise red flags and help deter fraud against seniors.
Ontario woman 'shocked' when her $250 gift card expires
An Ontario woman says she was “shocked” when her $250 pre-paid Visa gift card expired, despite a provincial ban on gift card expiration dates.
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WHO decision on COVID-19 emergency won't affect Canada's response: Tam
The World Health Organization will announce Monday whether it thinks COVID-19 still represents a global health emergency but Canada's top doctor says regardless of what the international body decides, Canada's response to the coronavirus will not change.
Video shows struggle for hammer during Pelosi attack
Video released publicly Friday shows the husband of former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi struggling with his assailant for control of a hammer moments before he was struck in the head during a brutal attack in the couple's San Francisco home last year.
Remembering the horrors of the Holocaust 78 years after liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau
In an emotional and powerful speech at an International Holocaust Remembrance Day event in Ottawa, a survivor stressed the importance of remembering the millions of victims murdered by the Nazis during the Second World War and underscored the need to stand up against anti-semitism and hate.
Running Room Canada website hit with data breach; some passwords, credit card info accessed
An outside group may have accessed the online personal information of some Running Room customers in Canada over the last several months, the retailer says.
Lifelong Leafs fan fulfils dream of seeing first game, passes away next day
Mike Davy always dreamed of going to a Toronto Maple Leafs game, and once it finally happened, he passed away the night after.
Pamela Anderson defends Tim Allen after flashing allegation
Pamela Anderson is addressing discussion about a story regarding her 'Home Improvement' co-star Tim Allen that is part of her new memoir, 'Love Pamela.'
What is going on with Bill C-11, the government's online streaming legislation?
The Liberals have spent years trying to pass online streaming legislation and now the current iteration, known as Bill C-11, is closer than ever to passing. With a potential parliamentary showdown ahead, here's what you need to know about how the contentious Broadcasting Act bill got to this stage.
Zellers rolling out food trucks for Canadians 'craving a taste of nostalgia'
Though you won't be able to sit on the old, cracked pleather benches and take in the thick smell of gravy and fries, while the gentle sound of clanging dishes provides the soundtrack for your lunch, Zellers plans to roll out food trucks for those 'craving a taste of nostalgia.'
MPs prepare for return to Parliament as Ottawa marks one-year anniversary of 'Freedom Convoy'
Members of Parliament are making their way back to Ottawa ahead of resuming sitting on Monday, as the city prepares to mark the one-year anniversary of the arrival of 'Freedom Convoy' protesters.
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WARNING: Footage released of Paul Pelosi hammer attack
Security footage has been released showing a suspect breaking into Paul Pelosi's home, and the moments before he was attacked with a hammer.
Poilievre blasts PM in speech: 'Everything is worse'
Trudeau responds, says Poilievre offers 'no real solutions'
