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  Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest kicks off

  Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest has officially begun! Here's what happened during Friday's big Bavarian celebration at Willkommen Platz. 5

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  Northern Lights put on another dazzling display in southern Ontario

  The Northern Lights put on another spectacular show on Thursday night, with shades of blue, pink and green rippling across the night sky. 7

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  Kitchener, Ont. native Steven Lorentz scores first goal for Leafs

  Kitchener, Ont. native Steven Lorentz scored his first goal for the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night. 1

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  WRDSB parents, teachers’ union frustrated with class reorganization and support staffing

  Five weeks into the new school year and parents of children in the Waterloo Region District School Board are already raising concerns about classroom shuffling and a supposed lack of support staff. 1

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  Guelph CTS site says number of users declining as closure looms

  Staff at the Guelph consumption and treatment services (CTS) site say many people who use its services have already stopped going following the Ford government's announcement that it is among 10 locations closing this year. 1

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  'NO MEANS NEIN!': New Oktoberfest campaign shines light on uninvited sexual encounters

  Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is doing its part to protect partygoers from unwanted sexual behavior on festival grounds. 1

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  Police identify Toronto victim of alleged serial killer

  Toronto police have identified the woman who was allegedly killed by a suspected serial killer earlier this month. 4

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  Crash causes big backup on Highway 401 through Kitchener, Cambridge

  There was a major backup on Highway 401 Friday afternoon in the westbound lanes through Kitchener and Cambridge.

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  Chocolate bricks filled with magic mushrooms seized at Peace Bridge warehouse

  Members of U.S. Customs and Border Protection said they are continuing to investigate after several shipments of chocolate bricks filled with magic mushrooms were found at the Peace Bridge warehouse at the Port of Buffalo, New York.

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  Waterloo resident arrested in Canada-wide grandparent scam

  Ontario Provincial Police have arrested a Waterloo man who they believe is linked to a group that has been scamming victims across Canada. 1

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  Failed condo development being revived with potentially higher prices

  A failed condo development in Kitchener is in new hands, leaving those who purchased property with a decision to make. 1

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  Cambridge council taking a gradual approach to improve baseball diamond accessibility

  Cambridge councillors want to make baseball games inclusive in their city, pledging to explore funding to make a diamond in Riverside Park more accessible in the 2025 budget. 1

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  City of Guelph taking measured approached to downtown encampment enforcement

  The City of Guelph is calling its new bylaw, banning encampments in the downtown core, a compassionate and cautious approach to the growing problem in the community. 1

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  International student graduates thrive in Canadian labour market, UW study says

  The skills of international students are being put to good use in the Canadian job market, according to a new first-of-its-kind study by University of Waterloo (UW) researchers.

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  What's open and closed for Thanksgiving weekend

  It’s expected to be a busy weekend in Waterloo Region as Thanksgiving festivities get underway, which means some businesses, services and organizations may be closed or operating at a reduced schedule.

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  British primatologist Jane Goodall visits Kitchener

  Jane Goodall, a world-renowned expert in primate research and conservation of the species, visited Kitchener, Ont. on Wednesday. 1

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  Shantz Family Farm moving on from pumpkins

  After decades of welcoming the public to their land, the Shantz Family Farm in Petersburg is in its final year of selling pumpkins to the public. 1

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  Two pedestrians struck in separate crashes on the same day in Guelph

  Two pedestrians were treated for minor injuries after being struck by vehicles in separate collisions on Wednesday in Guelph.

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  Air Canada pilots vote in favour of new contract, dousing strike fears

  Air Canada pilots have given the green light to a tentative agreement with the airline, dashing fears of a future strike and overcoming concerns about entry-level pay and quality-of-life provisions.

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  Charges anticipated after Waterloo crash involving motorcycle and pickup truck

  A motorcycle and Ford pickup truck were involved in a collision on Wednesday night in Waterloo, police say.

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  Fisher-Price infant swings recalled in Canada after 5 deaths reported

  Several models of Fisher-Price infant swings have been recalled in Canada after the company received reports of fatalities link to affected products. 1

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  Canada's 'sluggish' housing market in recovery mode following interest rate cuts, Royal LePage forecast predicts

  Royal LePage’s latest housing market forecast predicts a real estate rebound that will see Canada’s “sluggish” markets in recovery mode by spring following a third straight interest rate cut.

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  Person struck by GO train in Kitchener has died, police confirm

  One person was struck by a GO train, near the Kitchener station, on Wednesday morning. 1

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  Blast from decades past: What we found inside the walls at CTV Kitchener's former home

  A former employee of CTV Kitchener has found a few memories buried in the walls of our old home at 864 King Street West. 1

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  Experts say lithium batteries are safe – if used properly

  Lithium batteries, found in everything from cellphones to electric vehicles, have become a part of our daily lives – but recent fires have prompted concerns about their use. 16

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  Domestic violence survivor, now homeless, exposes gaps in shelter system

  A domestic violence survivor in Waterloo Region managed to leave her abuser but, due to a struggling shelter system, is now forced to live on the streets. 1

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  Kitchener, Ont. grocer pushing Ontario lawmakers to strengthen employee protections

  Ontario lawmakers are looking to close the loopholes allowing some employers to take advantage of their workers - and they specifically cited Dutchies, a Kitchener grocery store. 9

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  Wilfrid Laurier student identified as having Olympic bobsleigh potential

  Noah Rau was identified as having Olympic potential in bobsleigh, despite knowing very little about the sport before the 2024 RBC Training Ground qualifier in Milton, Ont. 1