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Saginaw Parkway in Cambridge is seen on Sunday March 26, 2023. (Brandon Guitar/CTV Kitchener)

Man charged with attempted murder in Cambridge

A 49-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder and assault with a weapon in connection to injuries suffered by a 50-year-old woman in Cambridge. 1

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Northern lights, parking lot arrest, 'BORGs': Here are the most-read stories of the week

From an exploration of a new youth binge drinking trend, to a dazzling natural phenomenon spotted in the sky over southern Ontario, here are CTV Kitchener's most-read stories of the week. 4

Kitchener Rangers end regular season with loss in London, playoffs against Windsor locked

The Kitchener Rangers didn't end the regular season the way they hoped, but now have a clear picture of what their postseason will look like. 2

Jennifer Devitt (right) wraps flowers at her store, Devitt House, in Waterloo on March 26, 2023. (Hannah Schmidt/CTV Kitchener)

'I’ve really had to adjust': How one small Waterloo region business is fighting inflation and fear of a recession

Worries of a recession in 2023 got another jolt this weekend with former Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz warning the country’s economy is at a greater risk of a “hard landing” – a rapid economic slowdown following a period of growth and approaching a recession. For small businesses, it's a prediction that brings concern. 2

A racer catches some air at the CSRA Royal Distributing Cup in Kitchener on March 26, 2023. (Tyler Kelaher/CTV Kitchener)

Top snowmobilers compete in Kitchener

Winter may be over, but there was still snow on the ground for hundreds of highflying snowmobilers at Chicopee Ski Resort this weekend. 2

The corner of University Avenue East and Millennium Boulevard in Waterloo is seen on March 26, 2023, the day after a single-vehicle collision in the area. (Karis Mapp/CTV Kitchener)

Driver charged after rollover near Rim Park in Waterloo

An 83-year-old woman from Waterloo has been charged with careless driving after she struck a median light post, flipping her car onto its roof.

The Kitchener skyline appears in a file photo. (CTV Kitchener)

Some Ukrainians refugees returning home due to K-W housing crisis: grassroots group

An organization that helps Ukrainian refugees resettle in Waterloo region says some are having so much trouble finding housing in Canada, they're opting to return to the war-torn country. 1

Mo Markham (red shirt, fifth from right) and Sariye Sindy (black coat, fourth from right) present the Red Cross with a cheque for money collected at their fundraising dinner. The cheque presentation took place at Kitchener City Hall on March 25, with several local politicians in attendance. (Karis Mapp/CTV Kitchener)

Kitchener restaurant owner raises money for earthquake relief in native Turkiye

Just under $6,000 collected at a fundraising dinner in Kitchener will soon go overseas to support earthquake victims in Turkiye and Syria.

Thirty robots went head to head in the competition. (Tyler Kelaher/CTV Kitchener)

High schoolers send robots into battle at Waterloo competition

Thirty robots went head to head, battling for machine supremacy at the University of Waterloo FIRST Robotics Competition on Saturday. 1

Woman charged with impaired driving after crash in North Dumfries

A 40-year-old woman from Wilmot is facing charges including impaired driving and failing to stop at the scene of an accident after a crash in North Dumfries saw two people transported to hospital.

Tasting pickle-inspired drinks at Picklefest on March 25, 2023 at THEMUSEUM in Kitchener. (CTV Kitchener)

Sold-out crowd celebrates all things pickle in Kitchener

A 'dill-icious' event took over THEMUSEUM in downtown Kitchener Friday night as Picklefest made its return. 1

Demonstrators take part in the 'Move Your Money March' in Uptown Waterloo on March 25, 2023. (Karis Mapp/CTV Kitchener)

Waterloo protestors call on big banks to divest from fossil fuels

The 'Move Your Money March' took over Uptown Waterloo Saturday in protest of investments in fossil fuels by Canada's big banks. 1

A free eye exam is performed on a patient at the Remote Area Medical clinic inside the Los Angeles Sports Arena on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

Ontario changes eye exam eligibility for seniors under OHIP

Ontario has reached a funding agreement with optometrists that increases some payments to them, but reduces some coverage for patients, including less frequent general eye exams for seniors.

North Perth resident loses $25,000 in lottery scam

Ontario Provincial Police have issued a warning after they say a North Perth resident lost more than $25,000 to fraud.

Attendees at the Black and Free exhibition at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museumin Kitchener on March 25, 2023. (Karis Mapp/CTV Kitchener)

Kitchener exhibition explores Blackness and Freedom

A two-day event highlighting work from twelve local Black artists and exploring the themes of Blackness and freedom is being held at the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum. 1

Photo of the aurora spotted March 23, 2023 by Kevin Gilbert near Arthur and Kitchener, Ont.

Northern lights put on a stunning show in southern Ontario

Southern Ontario got a show-stopping look at the northern lights Thursday and there may be a repeat performance this weekend. 1

A GO Train seen at the Kitchener station on Nov. 11, 2019. (Dan Lauckner / CTV Kitchener)

Metrolinx announces new Hamilton-Waterloo bus, expanded weekend service to Toronto

Metrolinx is expanding GO train service on the Kitchener line and adding a new GO bus route from Waterloo to Hamilton.

A risk of freezing rain could make for hazardous road conditions. (Darren Calabrese/The Canadian Press)

Strong winds expected in Waterloo region Saturday

Environment Canada is warning strong winds gusting up to 80 km/h could develop Saturday afternoon in Waterloo region and Wellington County. 1

Carmen Wong before her last broadcast at CTV News Kitchener on March 24, 2023. (Leighanne Evans/CTV Kitchener)

Carmen Wong heading off on a new adventure

Carmen Wong is saying goodbye to CTV Kitchener and g’day to new adventures in Australia.

Regional Chair Karen Redman was the politician behind alleged death threats in Waterloo region.

Alleged death threats sent to regional chair, court documents show

A Kitchener man has been arrested by Waterloo regional police for making alleged death threats towards Region of Waterloo Chair Karen Redman. 1

The Grand River in Brantford. (Terry Kelly/CTV Kitchener) (Mar. 19, 2023)

GRCA urges caution around waterways amid rain, melting snow

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) is warning parents to keep kids and pets away from rivers and streams as water levels swell.

Another week without a winner in the 'Catch the Ace' lottery in Hagersville. (March 23, 2023)

Fake ‘Catch the Ace’ tickets reportedly being sold in Hagersville

Organizers of the ‘Catch the Ace’ lottery in Hagersville are warning the public about fake tickets as the jackpot climbs closer to $2 million. 1

Which public sector employee has the highest salary in Waterloo region?

The Region of Waterloo’s highest-paid public sector employee made just over $500,000 in 2022.

Waterloo region's COVID-19, Cold and Flu Care Clinic closing its doors

The regional COVID-19 Cold & Flu Care Clinic run by Grand River Hospital is closing its doors. 1

The Aud in Kitchener. Courtesy: Twitter/Kitchener Rangers

Kitchener Rangers ready for final home game of the regular season

The Kitchener Rangers hit the ice Friday night for their final home game of regular season action.

Grand River Hospital in Kitchener, Ont. (CTV Kitchener)

Site identification for proposed joint hospital in KW underway

The process to find the new site for a proposed joint hospital in Kitchener-Waterloo is underway.

The northern lights above Authur, Ont. on March 23. (Kevin Gilbert)

Did you see the northern lights? Photos show lights dancing across southern Ontario

An uncommon phenomenon lit up the skies across southern Ontario on Thursday night, including in Waterloo region where the aurora borealis – also known as the northern lights - shone bright enough to see with the naked eye.