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  Encampment developments, field trips, new hospital: Top stories of the week

  The latest developments for encampments in Waterloo Region, field trips being paid for, and a new hospital for the area round out the top stories of the week. 6

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  'COVID-19 lingers on': Essential caregiver warns pandemic not over

  An essential caregiver in Waterloo Region is looking to remind the community that the COVID-19 pandemic is not over and the protections in place for the most vulnerable may not be enough. 1

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  Canada outperformed most G10 countries during first two years of pandemic response: study

  Canada handled key aspects of the COVID-19 response better in the first two years of the pandemic than most G10 countries, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Toronto, Unity Health Toronto and St. Michael's hospital. 7

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  Collision between motorcycle and police cruiser

  Non life-threating injuries are reported after a crash between a motorcycle and a police cruiser in Tillsonburg.

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  Crash in Listowel under investigation

  Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a crash in Listowel.

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  Arson from three years ago still under investigation in Long Point, Ont.

  Norfolk County OPP are asking for the public's help with an arson case from three years ago.

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  Kitchener woman swims across Lake Erie for good cause

  A Kitchener woman has swam across Lake Erie in treacherous conditions to raise money for an organization supporting youth mental health. 1

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  A 100th birthday celebration for the books in Kitchener

  A Kitchener woman was able to celebrate a very special birthday with some very special people. 1

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  KW Multicultural Festival returns in-person for 55th year

  The Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Festival returned to Victoria Park in Kitchener for the first time in three years. 3

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  Rock Legend from Port Dover, Ont. gets hall of fame call

  You may not know his name, but he’s performed alongside some of the all-time music greats. 1

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  People with COVID-19 can infect and sicken cats and dogs by cuddling them: study

  Cat and dog owners who cuddle their pets when infected with COVID-19 could end up making the animals sick with the virus, according to a Canadian study. 7

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  It's a fuel summer: Gas prices, soaring costs leave touring musicians in a tough spot

  Thanks to high gas prices, staggering inflation and other ripples of the pandemic, few corners of the live music industry have gone untouched by financial woes.

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  'Too big an issue not to talk about': Waterloo Region reacts to overturning of Roe v. Wade

  Many in Waterloo Region are reacting to the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade and what it could mean for Canada. 2

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  Townhouse fire leaves three Kitchener families displaced

  A fire at a townhouse complex in Kitchener Friday night has resulted in extensive damage. 2

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  Critically injured pedestrian found on side of Norfolk County road, airlifted to hospital

  Norfolk County OPP are investigating after they say a pedestrian was found on the side of a road and had to be airlifted to hospital. 1

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  Yeast of butterfly being used in new Guelph brewery beer

  A unique beer is being brewed up in Guelph with the help of a rare butterfly.

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  Two people reportedly sprayed with noxious substance in Kitchener

  Waterloo regional police are investigating after two people were reportedly sprayed with a noxious substance in Kitchener.

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  Women have a higher chance of developing long COVID than men, study finds

  New research has found that women are 'significantly' more likely than men to suffer from long COVID syndrome, in addition to developing different symptoms of the disease. 2

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  Fatal crash involving dump truck under investigation in Blanford-Blenheim

  OPP are investigating a fatal crash in Blanford-Blenheim Township involving a dump truck and a pedestrian.

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  Motorcyclist suffers 'undetermined' injuries following crash

  A motorcyclist was airlifted to the hospital with unknown injuries Saturday morning following a crash in Elgin County.

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  Vehicles damaged at Waterloo dealerships

  Waterloo regional police are investigating after 21 vehicles at four Waterloo dealerships were vandalized in the space of two days. 2

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  Air quality statement ends for Waterloo Region, Guelph area

  Hot and humid weather prompted a special air quality statement for Waterloo Region, Guelph, Erin, and Southern Wellington County.

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  Endangered butterfly spotted in southwestern Ontario for first time in 3 decades

  The success is thanks to a team of local scientists. 1

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  Heavy smoke covers Baden after barn fire

  A barn fire near Baden resulted in thick smoke blanketing the area. 1

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  Woodstock Police Service introduces newest police dog

  The Woodstock Police Service (WPS) is welcoming its newest four-legged officer to the force.

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  Neither police nor bylaw will be at Kitchener encampment on eviction day, says region

  The region says they expect encampment residents to comply with the order to leave and enforcement won’t be needed. 1

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  'Unacceptable way to get response': Increase in violence happening to frontline health workers

  The Brant Community Healthcare System is reporting an increase in verbal and physical violence directed at frontline healthcare staff. 1

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  Officer who shot an armed man in 2021 won't be charged: SIU

  An officer with the Waterloo Regional Police Service won't face charges in connection to the 2021 shooting of a 19-year-old man in Kitchener, as the SIU determined the victim wanted to provoke the officer into killing him. 1