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  Four-way stop planned for intersection where bus driver and OPP officer killed

  The rural Oxford County intersection where an OPP officer and a school bus driver were killed Monday was less than a month away from becoming a four-way stop when the deadly crash happened. 4

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  Death of on-duty OPP officer highlights mental toll on first responders

  The death of an OPP officer Monday morning adds to a growing list of Ontario police officers who have died while on-duty in the past few months.

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  WCDSB vacant trustee seat remains empty as board looks for guidance

  It was a night of indecision at Waterloo region's catholic school board as trustees went back and forth trying to find the best approach to fill a vacant seat. 2

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  Waterloo mother and son share lottery win

  A mother and son duo from Waterloo have claimed a small fortune after hitting an Encore win on a Lotto 6/49 draw.

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  Local group comments on what improvements can be made during National AccessAbility Week

  Work continues to make everyday life more accessible for those with disabilities across Waterloo region, and the need for that is especially highlighted on National AccessAbility Week in Canada. 1

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  Homelessness advocates to address Kitchener councillors after camp-out in Victoria Park

  Advocates plan to address the homelessness crisis in Kitchener at a city council meeting Monday night. 5

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  Active police investigation in Brantford closes street

  Brantford police have closed St. George Street for an active investigation.

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  Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash in Cambridge

  A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after a crash on Pinebush Road in Cambridge.

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  Neighbours shaken after house hit with gunfire in Brantford

  Police are investigating an overnight shooting in Brantford that saw a home hit by gunfire. 1

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  Emergency services respond to house fire in Waterloo

  Waterloo Fire says no one was home at the time of a Monday afternoon house fire.

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  Guelph police looking for driver in stolen truck after 3 hit and runs

  Guelph police say they’re looking for the driver of a white Chevrolet pickup that was involved in three hit and runs on Friday evening.

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  Engaged couple shot dead fleeing landlord after house dispute near Hamilton, Ont., police say

  A 'truly innocent' engaged couple was shot dead while attempting to flee their attacker outside their home after a landlord-tenant dispute escalated on Saturday night, according to police. 6

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  Employee poked in the eye during cigarette theft: Guelph police

  Guelph police have arrested a man after an employee was allegedly poked in the eye during a robbery.

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  Eric Idle gets on stage for Monty Python's Spamalot at Stratford Festival

  The Stratford Festival is no stranger to star power, but those experiencing Monty Python's Spamalot got a lot more than they paid for. 2

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  'Momma, are they going to kill us?’: Guelph, Ont. mother recounts family's escape from Sudan conflict

  Rania Mukhtar is still processing her recent trip to Sudan, which was interrupted by the outbreak of military conflict between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. 1

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  Resident wakes up to someone breaking in, Kitchener man later arrested: WRPS

  Waterloo regional police have arrested a man after a resident was allegedly woken up by someone breaking into their Waterloo home.

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  WCDSB vacant trustee seat remains empty as board looks for guidance

  It was a night of indecision at Waterloo region's catholic school board as trustees went back and forth trying to find the best approach to fill a vacant seat. 2

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  Most-read stories of the week: Ager Hasan found guilty, Cambridge woman climbs Everest, fireworks arrest

  Ager Hasan being found guilty of second-degree murder, a Cambridge woman climbing Mount Everest, and free tuition for some First Nations students round out the most-read stories of the week. 4

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  Toronto Argonauts on hand for return of Guelph food truck picnic

  The BIG Downtown Food Truck Picnic rolled into Guelph's Exhibition Park and was attended by a few Grey Cup champions. 1

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  Man allegedly swings axe at someone in Cambridge

  A man has been arrested following reports of an axe being swung at someone in downtown Galt.

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  Canadian companies adopt 'stay interviews' as workers rethink careers, needs

  The discussions, which some companies call 'stay interviews,' are designed to collect feedback from employees and are aimed at learning what the company can do to retain valued team members and keep them happy. 4

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  Tents go up in flames at Cambridge encampment fire

  Firefighters were kept busy with an encampment fire in downtown Galt early Sunday morning.

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  Three-vehicle crash in Wellington County leaves one dead

  One person has died following a three vehicle crash on Highway 6 in Wellington County.

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  Hundreds get moving for Guelph Yoga Fest

  There's an event in the Royal City that's bringing people together through movement, meditation, breath, and wellness. 1

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  'The old school ones': Volkswagen show returns to St. Jacobs

  It was beetles galore in St. Jacobs, but the village didn't have a pest problem. 1

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  Stratford teen hosts annual bowling fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House

  A 15-year-old from Stratford is giving back in a big way by hosting an annual bowling event in support of the Ronald McDonald House. 1

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  Police take 16 vehicles off the road in Erin, Ont. enforcement blitz

  An inspection blitz in Wellington County has led to several commercial motor vehicles being taken off the road.

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  Police release photo in connection to alleged assault in Cambridge

  The Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) has released a photo of someone they're looking to speak with as they investigate an alleged assault in Cambridge.