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James Chandler looks at new pickup trucks at a dealership after his was stolen from his driveway in Kitchener. (Spencer Turcotte/CTV News)

Victim speaks out after pickup truck stolen in string of Kitchener truck thefts

Waterloo Regional Police have issued a warning after three vehicles were stolen using relay and reprogramming technology. 1

The collision at Ira Needle Boulevard on Aug. 9. (Jeff Pickel/CTV News Kitchener)

Pedestrian airlifted to hospital following Ira Needles collision

A 21-year-old has been airlifted to a Hamilton trauma centre following a collision at Ira Needles Boulevard and Erb Street in Waterloo. 1

St. Mary's General Hospital in Kitchener is seen here in this file photo.

New self-check in system at St. Mary’s emergency department in Kitchener

St. Mary’s General Hospital in Kitchener has added a touchscreen self-check-in kiosk into its emergency department. in hopes of streamlining patients through the triage system.

New homeless encampment in north Kitchener

Region considering sanctioned encampment site in plan to end homelessness

An ambitious plan aimed at ending homelessness in Waterloo region went before regional council on Tuesday, giving members the chance to hear the latest plans for interim housing solutions. 6

Ontario Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy tables the budget after Lt.-Gov. Elizabeth Dowdeswell delivered her Speech from the Throne at Queen's Park in Toronto, on Tuesday, August 9, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Lahodynskyj

Ontario's 2022-23 deficit falls to $18.8 billion; revenue and interest costs climb

Ontario's 2022-23 deficit will be $1.1 billion smaller than forecast three months ago, as tax revenue grew faster than rising interest costs on the province’s ballooning debt. 3

The Pharmasave police responded to after reports of a robbery. (Dan Lauckner/CTV News Kitchener)

Police respond after reports of pharmacy robbery in Kitchener

Waterloo regional police are investigating reports of a robbery at a pharmacy in Kitchener.

Grand River Hospital in Kitchener is seen on June 8, 2022. (Alison Sandstrom/CTV Kitchener)

Here’s how long emergency room patients are waiting at local hospitals

The average Ontario emergency room patient waited a record-breaking two hours and six minutes to see a doctor in May of this year. In Waterloo region, people waited even longer. 1

Line 86 in Woolwich Township closed for a crash investigation. (Adam Marsh/CTV Kitchener) (Oct. 25, 2021)

Police lay charges in double fatal collision from October 2021

Waterloo region police have charged a 20-year-old man in connection to a fatal collision from October of 2021. 1

Ending sexual violence within sports culture

Waterloo region organization aiding Hockey Canada with sexual assault training workshop

Hockey Canada has turned to the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region (SASCWR) for help in training its athletes and staff to end sexual violence. 1

The aftermath of a crash near Guelph on Aug. 9. (Dan Lauckner/CTV News Kitchener)

Motorcyclist transported to trauma centre following crash near Guelph

A motorcyclist has been transport to a trauma centre with serious injuries following a collision near Guelph on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

Jonathan Bosman won a vehicle after a hole in one. (Submitted)

Golfer wins new vehicle after hitting hole in one

A local golfer pulled off the shot of a lifetime when he hit the perfect shot to win a new truck. 1

Jamil Ahmed from Kitchener claimed a six-figure LOTTO 6/49 prize. (OLG)

‘This is my first big win’: Kitchener man claims six-figure lottery prize

Last month a 63-year-old musician was out enjoying his day at the market when he decided to check his LOTTO 6/49 ticket.

Peter Bethlenfalvy, Ontario's Minister of Finance, left, arrives with Premier Doug Ford to deliver the provincial government's 2022 budget at the Queens Park Legislature, in Toronto, on Thursday, April 28, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Ontario's budget to be re-tabled: This is what Doug Ford promised

The Progressive Conservatives are set to re-table their 2022 budget today, nearly three months after it was presented to Ontarians. 14

An undated photo of a Go train. (CTV News)

Metrolinx cancels some GO trains due to ‘staffing illnesses’, Kitchener line impacted

Commuters should expect cancellations of some GO train services as Metrolinx warns of staffing shortages relating to COVID-19.

Waterloo Regional Police cruiser is seen in Kitchener in 2015. (CTV News)

12-year-old charged in Kitchener after dog spray incident: WRPS

A 12-year-old from Kitchener is facing charges after they reportedly pointed a spray meant to deter coyotes at someone.

An off-campus student housing development in Waterloo is not on-track to be ready for the start of the 2022 school year. (Spencer Turcotte/CTV News)

Some new student housing in Waterloo might not be ready in time for start of school year

Student housing is hard to come by in Waterloo and new spots are constantly being built to address the need, but it appears some new housing might not be ready in time for the start of the school year. 1

Three people reportedly break in to Waterloo home, assault person inside

Waterloo regional police are investigating a break-in they say involved three people assaulting someone inside a home.

A Waterloo Regional Police Service cruiser. (Dan Lauckner / CTV Kitchener)

Proactive panic alarm thwarts attempted robbery in Waterloo: WRPS

The proactive triggering of a panic alarm was enough to scare off potential robbers at a Waterloo business, according to regional police.

Police have identified the first suspect as Joshua Evan Beaver, 33, from Brantford. (BPS)

Brantford police looking for two suspects who escaped from police during chase

Brantford Police have issued an arrest warrant for a man and are asking the public for help identifying a second man following a police chase which resulted in multiple collisions and the two suspects evading arrest. 1

Exterior of the Clinton Public Hospital. (Aug. 1, 2021)

One-day emergency department closure coming to Clinton Public Hospital

Clinton Public Hospital will see another brief temporary closure of the emergency department due to staffing constraints.

Grade one students wear masks as they attend class at Honore Mercier elementary school, Tuesday, March 9, 2021 in Montreal.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

Optional masking set for Waterloo region students next semester

For the first full term since the onset of the pandemic students in Ontario schools will not be required to wear a face covering for the fall semester. 1

Rental toilets set on fire, 19-year-old charged

Police are charging a teen with arson after outdoor rental toilets were set on fire last month.

Severe thunderstorm watch ends for Waterloo region

Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Region of Waterloo, Guelph and parts of Wellington County.

Police investigating after more hate-motivated graffiti found in Kitchener

Another instance of hate-motivated graffiti is under investigation by Waterloo regional police.

A motorcycle crash on Hwy. 7 between Guelph and Kitchener. (Courtesy: Wellington County OPP) (Aug. 7, 2022)

Motorcycle rider suffers life-altering injuries after crash between Kitchener and Guelph

A crash between a sedan and motorcycle, on a highway in between Guelph and Kitchener, has resulted in life-altering injuries.

St. Marys fire truck intentionally damaged: police

A woman uses an umbrella to shield herself from the sun in Ottawa on Monday, July 4, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Waterloo-Wellington remains under heat warning

Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for most of southwestern Ontario, including Waterloo-Wellington, with local temperatures expected to climb into the high twenties or low thirties.

An undated photo of a Wellington County OPP cruiser. (CTV)

Driver flees after crash involving 12-year-old cyclist

The driver of a small grey SUV involved in an Aug. 5 collision with a 12-year-old cyclist did not remain at the scene and was seen speeding off, according to the Ontario Provincial Police.

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