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Demonstrators lock council out in Six Nations

Chief calls for closure of smoke shops after two COVID-19 cases reported in Six Nations

Chief Mark Hill says the two people began self-isolating immediately after they began exhibiting symptoms.

Investigators at the scene of a shooting incident at Homer Watson Park. (Mar. 29, 2020)

Shooting in Kitchener sends 18-year-old to hospital

Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a shooting in the area of Homer Watson Park and Wilson Avenue.

The Beer Store at 875 Highland Road in Kitchener. (Mar. 29, 2020)

Kitchener Beer Store to reopen Monday after employee tests positive for coronavirus

After learning that one of its employees tested positive the company immediately contacted Public Health and closed the store.

Ontario reports 211 new cases of COVID-19 and two additional deaths

The province continues to make progress on its backlog of tests and reported about 7,100 tests under investigation as of Sunday morning

An early morning walker practises social distancing as she takes in the sunrise over Lake Ontario in Toronto on Friday, March 27, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Ontario prohibits social gatherings of more than 5 people amid pandemic

Residents in Ontario will no longer be permitted to gather in groups of more than five people, according to an emergency order enacted by the premier.

A Via Rail train is shown in this file photo. (Peter McCabe/The Canadian Press)

VIA Rail reducing train service, increasing safety measures

VIA Rail is cancelling many of its train routes through southwestern Ontario due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Local companies step up to help frontline workers

Companies in Waterloo Region are ramping up production to assist with the shortage of medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Donation pick up temporarily stops as bins continue to pile up

Several organizations have put a halt to their donation pickups and drop offs due to COVID-19 concerns, but some donation bins continue to pile up. 1

First COVID-19 death confirmed by Haldimand-Norfolk Health

The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit has confirmed its first death related to COVID-19.

Boxes of N95 masks to be donated to Public Health. University of Guelph is planning more aid for health officials. (Courtesy: University of Guelph)

University of Guelph gives thousands of masks, supplies to public heath

Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health is getting a big boost in the fight against COVID-19 thanks to a local institution.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford walks from his office as he makes his way to a press briefing at the Ontario Legislature, in Toronto, Saturday, March 28, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Ontario corporations, individuals could face 'staggering' fines for price gouging

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has said that any individuals or companies found guilty of price gouging amid the COVID-19 pandemic will face “staggering fines.” 11

Huron Perth up to five confirmed cases of COVID-19

Huron Perth Public Health reports that they now have five lab confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the area.

Arson investigation in fire that destroys family home

Officials have launched an arson investigation regarding an early morning fire that destroyed a family’s home in Clinton.

A COVID-19 test kit is shown at a coronavirus evaluation clinic in Montreal, Tuesday, March 10, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

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Number of COVID-19 cases in Ontario surpasses 1,000

There are now more than 1,000 COVID-19 cases in Ontario, health officials confirm. 10

A man demonstrates how to put on a surgical gloves and other protective clothing during a tour of a COVID-19 evaluation clinic in Montreal, Tuesday, March 10, 2020. Dirty money has taken on a new meaning as the war on the novel coronavirus ramps up. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

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Another 11 cases of COVID-19 announced in Waterloo Region, bringing total to 69

On Friday morning, Region of Waterloo Public Health announced another 11 cases in the region, bringing the total here to 69. 4

A sign on a shop window indicates the store is closed in Ottawa, Monday March 23, 2020. Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced non-essential businesses would be ordered closed. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

What you need to know about federal support for Canadians, businesses during COVID-19

The federal government capped an unprecedented week Friday by announcing a slew of measures to help small businesses cope with the COVID-19 crisis, bringing Ottawa's total planned support in response to the pandemic to at least $200 billion. 7

Non-essential business owner to be charged for not closing: Guelph police

Guelph police say a business classified as non-essential was caught operating in the city, against provincial directives. 2

How to stop the spread… of misinformation

‘Misinformation out there that could cost lives:’ Separating COVID-19 fact vs. fiction

Despite what some online posts may say: eating garlic has not been proven to help get rid of COVID-19. 1

OPP search for man who went missing while fishing

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Body recovered of man who went missing in Lake Erie

The Ontario Provincial Police have confirmed the body of a missing fisherman has been recovered in Lake Erie. 2

Businesses shift online to stay afloat during pandemic

Bringing a brick and mortar store online has become the new reality for many store owners during the pandemic. 1

People line up at a Service Canada office in Montreal on Thursday, March 19, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

Service Canada offices to shutter for in-person services over COVID-19 concerns

The federal government is shutting down the network of in-person Service Canada centres over COVID-19 concerns. 5

Regional Police are looking to identify the person in this photo in regards to a knifepoint robbery at the Cambridge Centre Mall parking lot. (Photo: WPRS) (March 27, 2020)

Police searching for second suspect in Cambridge Centre robbery

Regional Police are looking to identify the second of two suspects involved in a knifepoint robbery in the Cambridge Centre Mall parking lot.

A healthcare worker shows a package with items used for testing people for COVID-19. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health announced 3 new cases of COVID-19

Three more cases of COVID-19 have been recorded in Dufferin County.

Childcare could cost more following funding cuts

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Region coordinating emergency childcare for critical service workers

The Region of Waterloo is working towards providing emergency childcare for parents who are providing critical services during the COVID-19 pandemic. 1