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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. 13

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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

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  'We’ve got one shot': City of Brantford one step closer to building new arena and concert venue

  The new Sports and Entertainment Centre is set to be built in an empty parking lot, right next to the existing Civic Centre arena, which is where the Bulldogs play. 1

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  One person airlifted to hospital, 77-year-old charged in Puslinch crash

  At around 3:30 p.m., emergency services and an Ornge air ambulance responded to a report of a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Gore Road and Wellington Road 35.

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  15-year-old charged for alleged violent theft involving woman, 3 children

  According to police, staff had been watching a woman and three children – estimated to be between 10 and 15 years of age – as they made their way around the store placing more than $1,000 in product into a cart.

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  Ontario invests $1.88M in employment training for women in Cambridge and Guelph

  The funding, part of the Women’s Economic Security Program, aims to help women gain necessary skills and achieve financial independence.

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  Owner sought after dog bites stranger in Fergus

  Ontario Provincial Police are trying to identify the owner of two dogs involved in a violent altercation in Fergus.

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  Suspect injured while breaking into downtown business: Guelph Police

  The Guelph Police Service says they were called at 5:35 p.m. to a business near Baker Street and Chapel Lane where officers found broken windows and several blood stains on the floor and walls.

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  Another beluga dies at Marineland, Ontario saying little on 4-year probe into park

  Another beluga whale has died at Marineland and four years into a provincial probe, Ontario's solicitor general is saying little about the investigation's progress. 1

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  Hundreds of thousands of popular vehicles recalled in Canada over steering issue

  Hundreds of thousands of vehicles are being recalled in Canada due to a steering-related issue that could increase a driver's risk of crash.

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  'A devastating loss': Decades of army, air force memorabilia lost to massive fire at Brantford plaza

  Fire crews were called to respond to Mohawk Plaza shortly before 2 a.m. Tuesday. 2

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  How a University of Guelph app is opening doors – literally

  An app developed at the University of Guelph is aimed at making accessible doors more accessible. 1

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  Hurricane Milton will likely hit Florida cities like Orlando, Tampa and Daytona Beach

  Hurricane Milton is expected to leave a path of devastation across central Florida, from Tampa in the west to Daytona Beach in the east. 3

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  Regional councillors show support for extension of hybrid shelter funding

  The future of a hybrid shelter in Waterloo is up for discussion. 1

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  'It almost sounds criminal': MPPs react to Dutchie’s controversy as province drafts new employment laws

  The controversy surrounding Dutchie’s, a grocery company in Waterloo Region, has now hit the ears of lawmakers at Queen’s Park. 8

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  'A cause for concern': Canadian universities slip down world ranking list

  An organization that ranks the best universities across the globe says its latest report shows a concerning trend that several of Canada’s institutions are slipping down its list.

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  Worried about porch pirates? Amazon now offers in-garage delivery across Canada

  Amazon has just launched a new service in Canada where delivery drivers can drop packages off directly in garages for those who want to protect their parcels from being swiped by porch pirates. 1

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  Toronto Maple Leafs sign deal with Kitchener native Steven Lorentz

  Kitchener native Steven Lorentz has earned a spot with the Toronto Maple Leafs. 1

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  Road reopens following 3-vehicle collision in Township of Puslinch

  Wellington Road 35 between Gore Road and Concession 1 has reopened following a three-vehicle crash.

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  Good Samaritans help injured pilot after plane crash in Huron East

  Police say they received a 911 call from the involved pilot around 11:20 a.m. after they had crash-landed in a farm field near Newry Road.

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  Ontario lowers the age for self-referral mammogram breast screening to age 40

  The Ontario government has lowered the age for regular mammogram breast screening to allow all woman between the age of 40 and 49 to self-refer for the service. 1

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  Four masked suspects steal $30K from Kitchener home: WRPS

  Waterloo Regional Police say four masked suspects broke into a Kitchener home early Tuesday morning.

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  Three teens arrested after alleged hate-motivated assault in Kitchener

  Waterloo Regional Police responded to a report of an assault in the area of Hazelglen Drive and Mooregate Crescent on Aug. 21 around 7:25 p.m.

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  KidsAbility opens fully accessible playground in Waterloo

  Made possible by over $614,000 in donations from local donors, the playground offers features such as a wheelchair-accessible swing and spinner, sensory play zones, ramps, and a non-verbal communication board.