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Jason Paul says there needs to be a plan or "some place for us to go" before residents of the encampment at Victoria and Weber Street leave. (CTV Kitchener)

Kitchener encampment remains intact as eviction deadline passes

The eviction deadline for people living at an encampment at Victoria and Weber Streets in Kitchener has come and gone, but residents of the property say they’re not moving. 3

86-year-old Mary Ann is in isolation after a COVID-19 outbreak where she lives. (Submitted/ Joanne Laalo)

Vaccination miscommunication leaves Kitchener woman worried for 86-year-old mother

A miscommunication involving a COVID-19 booster shot has left a Kitchener woman concerned for her 86-year-old mother. 1

The cygnet is seen at Victoria Park earlier this week. (Twitter/City of Kitchener)

City of Kitchener announces death of baby swan

The news comes just two days after the City launched a naming contest for the young bird, which it said was the first offspring of Victoria Park swans, Otis and Ophelia. 1

Christine Woodley stands outside the tent she lives in. (Carmen Wong/ CTV Kitchener)

Future unclear for 14-year resident of Cambridge encampment asked to leave

A woman who has been living at an encampment for more than a decade could soon have a roof over her head. 3

SIU clears Brantford officer after woman jumps from balcony

The Special Investigations Unit has cleared a Brantford police officer who responded to a well-being call during which a 23-year-old woman was seriously injured after she jumped from a balcony.

Participants at a past Canada Day celebration in Wilmot, Ont. (CTV Kitchener)

'Tell the full story': How some local communities are reimagining Canada Day celebrations

Some communities in Waterloo region are reimagining Canada Day to be more inclusive and to honour Indigenous peoples. 1

Wellington County market boxes bring a taste of the county to your front door

Farmers markets play an important part in any community - a place for a new business to test out their product, farmers to sell items off the farm and a popular place for people to visit. 1

A past Canada Day celebration in Kitchener appears in a file photo. (CTV Kitchener)

City of Kitchener prepares to welcome back in-person Canada Day celebrations

The event will be the first held at the city's in the newly renovated Carl Zehr Square. 1

The Region of Waterloo has said there are over 60 tents and as many people at the encampment on Victoria Street in Kitchener. (CTV Kitchener)

A brief timeline of the encampment at Weber and Victoria Streets in Kitchener

Over the last several months, the encampment at the corner of Victoria and Weber Streets in Kitchener has undergone several changes, including an eviction day that came and went.

The ARWEN cartridge case at the scene following a Brantford police officer shooting the projectile at a man. (SIU)

SIU clears Brantford officer who shot man with anti-riot weapon

A Brantford police officer who shot an Anti-riot Weapon Enfield (ARWEN) at a 53-year-old man earlier this year will not face charges.

An Ontario Provincial Police crest is displayed on the arm of an officer(. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Lahodynskyj)

12-year-old charged with assault in North Perth

Police have charged a North Perth 12-year-old with assault after the child allegedly brandished a blade at someone in a park.

A sign is seen outside the Grand River Conservation Authority's administration centre on Friday, June 5, 2015. (Frank Lynn / CTV Kitchener)

GRCA urges residents to cut water usage by 10 per cent

Dry weather is prompting the Grand River Conservation Authority to ask the region to be water conscious – including a voluntary 10 per cent reduction in water usage.

Patrick Anderson points to the Highway 7/8 ramps on Ira Needles Blvd. where he would like to see traffic lights installed. (Carmen Wong/ CTV Kitchener)

Calls for traffic controls at 'treacherous' Kitchener intersection after crash

A serious collision in Kitchener Tuesday has prompted calls for traffic controls to be installed at the off-ramps of Highway 7/8 onto Ira Needles Boulevard. 1

What’s open and closed for Canada Day in Waterloo region?

Here's our full regional round up

OPP officers pull 30,000 pound truck for charity

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police were up to some back-breaking work Friday to raise money for a few good causes.

A Waterloo Regional Police cruiser is pictured on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016. (Matt Harris / CTV Kitchener)

Kitchener business says it lost $70,000 in fraudulent fund transfers

A Bowmanville man faces several charges after a Kitchener business said it lost over $70,000 due to fraudulent electronic fund transfers.

Fireworks are shown in this stock image. (Pexels)

Where to watch Canada Day fireworks

Canada Day celebrations are making a big return in 2022, here's where you can catch some of them in Waterloo region and surrounding areas.

Conestoga College to pause vaccine, mask mandates on July 1

Conestoga College announced on Thursday the institution would be placing a pause on all vaccination and masking requirements starting on Friday, July 1.

Waterloo police arrest man with four separate warrants

After a brief foot pursuit, Waterloo regional police arrested a 25-year-old man from Kitchener who was wanted on four separate warrants.

Cambridge council approves electric scooters on city streets

The City of Cambridge is allowing electric scooters to be used on more city streets, starting in July.

A crowd at the Kitchener clock tower gathers for an abortion rights rally on June 29, 2022.

Kitchener rally condemns Roe v. Wade reversal

In the wake of the landmark Supreme Court decision south of the border, demonstrators in Kitchener showed up in support of abortion rights. 3

A Waterloo regional police vehicle is seen in a file photo. (CTV Kitchener)

Cambridge man seriously injured after being struck by pickup truck

It happened around 11:05 p.m. in the area of Hespeler Road and Sheldon Drive.

A man pumps gas in Montreal, March 4, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Ontario gas prices about to take massive drop. This is when that will happen

Ontario gas prices are about to take a huge drop and one expert says it will be 'well worth waiting' if drivers can hold off on filling up. 4

Sun sets on the Toronto skyline seen from the Gardiner Expressway. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Ontario increases amount landlords can raise rent by highest level in a decade

Ontario is more than doubling the maximum rate a landlord can raise a tenant's rent next year – marking the highest rent increase guideline in the province in a decade. 2

Twenty-seven year old Evan Dickins. (Courtesy: Dickins Family)

27-year-old identified as Hensall crash victim

A 27-year-old man has died after a single-vehicle crash near Hensall on Tuesday evening, according to police. 2

A South Huron fire truck leaving the scene of a fatal crash involving a cyclist on Crediton Road south of Exeter, June 30, 2022. (Kristylee Varley/CTV News London)

Crediton Road reopens after fatal crash involving cyclist

Crediton Road, just south of Exeter is now open between Airport Line and Ausable Line following a fatal collision.

Stratford District Secondary School is seen in a file photo. (CTV Kitchener)

End of year prank results in multiple school evacuations in Stratford

Two Grade 12 students from Stratford District Secondary School (SDSS) have been referred to a community program instead of facing charges after setting off a commercial smoke bomb and placing it inside a garbage can at the school.