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Region of Waterloo reports 64 new cases of COVID-19, 500 active cases

There have been 64 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Waterloo Region, as the active case count now sits at 500.

A COVID-19 vaccine is prepared to be administered at a hospital in Toronto on Monday, Dec. 14, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Around half of all Waterloo-Wellington area residents have received first COVID-19 vaccine dose

The health units for Waterloo Region and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph have both announced big milestones on their COVID-19 vaccine journeys.

The Waterloo Region courthouse is seen on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. (David Imrie / CTV Kitchener)

Elmira teen sentenced as adult for killing mother

A teen from Elmira has been sentenced as adult to life in prison for killing his mother. 1

Ontario Health Minister Christine Elliott speaks at he daily briefing at Humber River Hospital in Toronto on Tuesday November 24, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Ontario could reopen outdoor recreational amenities before stay-at-home order expires, health minister says

Health Minister Christine Elliott says that her government will reopen recreational amenities 'on or before June 2' when the current stay-at-home order is set to expire. 37

Guelph City Hall is pictured on Friday, May 6, 2016. (Christina Marshall / CTV Kitchener)

Guelph piloting mobile-pay parking on Delhi Street

The City of Guelph is launching a six-month pilot project that will see drivers able to pay for parking on Delhi Street using a mobile app.

Man arrested for dangerous driving on U of G campus

A Guelph man is facing a slew of charges after police reportedly saw him doing doughnuts on the University of Guelph campus Friday.

'Heartbreaking conclusion': Riverfest Elora postponed again until 2022

Riverfest Elora is being postponed until 2022 amid ongoing uncertainty around COVID-19 restrictions this summer.

People use social distancing circles at Trinity-Bellwoods park in Toronto, on Thursday, May 13, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston

Fewer than 2,200 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Ontario for second straight day

Ontario is reporting fewer than 2,200 new cases of COVID-19 for the second day in a row. 37

Jaxon Burne running his snack stand at the end of his driveway in Cambridge. (Credit: Morgan Wilson)

Cambridge boy starts snack stand to raise enough money to sponsor service dog

A seven-year-old Cambridge boy has started a snack stand in an effort to raise enough money for him to sponsor a service dog.

The Oktoberfest maypole stands outside the festival's office in Kitchener on Friday, Oct. 3, 2014. (Dan Lauckner / CTV Kitchener)

KW Oktoberfest building to undergo transformation

The KW Oktoberfest office in downtown Kitchener is getting a facelift through a joint redevelopment venture, the festival announced in a release on Monday. 1

A person typing on their keyboard is seen in this file photo.

Cambridge man facing more charges in child pornography investigation

A man from Cambridge initially arrested in January as part of a child pornography investigation is now facing more charges.

A man looks up at an electronic COVID-19 vaccination sign at Dundas Square during the COVID-19 pandemic in Toronto on Tuesday, May 11, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Ontario expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to those 18+ a week ahead of schedule

Starting tomorrow, all Ontario residents over the age of 18 will be able to book a COVID-19 vaccine, a week ahead of the province’s initial rollout schedule. 12

U of G researchers studying ethics of COVID-19 immunity passports

University of Guelph researchers are studying the ethics behind whether COVID-19 immunity passports would help minimize the spread of the disease in Ontario.

Guelph's Norm Jary Park getting new basketball complex this year

Norm Jary Park in Guelph is getting a facelift this summer with a new basketball court complex designed to "re-invent" the space for the community.

People leave a Shoppers Drug Mart where they are providing COVID-19 testing by appointment only during the COVID-19 pandemic in Toronto on Friday, September 25, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

You can now buy a rapid COVID-19 test at Shoppers Drug Mart locations in Ontario

One of Ontario’s biggest retail pharmacy chains will now offer rapid antigen COVID-19 tests across the province.

Ontario summer camps 'opening up this year': Premier Ford

Premier Doug Ford says Ontario summer camps are 'opening up this year.'

Hundreds gathered for an outdoor service at the Church of God in Aylmer, Ont. on Sunday, May 16, 2021. (Brent Lale/CTV London)

'I am not locked down this morning': Charges pending as defiant Ontario church sees hundreds gather for service

The pastor of a small Ontario town church was greeted with a standing ovation as hundreds gathered for an outdoor service Sunday after their church was shuttered by a court order last week. 6

66 more COVID-19 cases in Waterloo Region, active case count drops

There are 66 new cases of COVID-19 being reported in Waterloo Region, as the area’s active case count has dropped by eight.

COVID-19 vaccine pre-registration, crowded parks: tough move: Top stories of the week

Vaccine pre-registration in Waterloo Region opening up, concerns in local parks, and a tough move out to Nova Scotia round out the top stories of the week. 5

Waterloo Region pharmacies regroup after switching out AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines

Pharmacies in Waterloo Region are readjusting their operations after switching from the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to MRNA vaccines made by Pfizer and Moderna. 1

Conestoga College nursing students working pandemic frontlines being recognized

As national nurses’ weeks comes to an end, students at Conestoga College who have working on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic are receiving some recognition. 1

Guelph woman connects with community by cross stitching memes together

Hanna Best-Lethangue is using one of her favourite hobbies and her love of memes to help make people smile. 1

Hundreds of people line up for the Peel Region Doses After Dark vaccination clinic in Mississauga, Ont. on Saturday, May 15, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Ontario reports fewer than 2,200 new COVID-19 cases, another 30 deaths

Ontario is reporting just under 2,200 new infections of COVID-19, marking a full week in which daily case numbers have remained below 3,000. 11

The intersection of Woolwich Street and Powell Street in Guelph. (Krista Sharpe/CTV Kitchener) (May 16, 2021)

Teen seriously hurt, drug arrest made following crash in Guelph

Guelph police are asking the public if they witnessed or have dashcam footage of a crash that left a teenager with serious injuries.

Guelph artist gives stained glass a modern twist

Jessica Simmons is carving her own path in the centuries-old art form of stained glass. 1

A car rally at Conestoga Mall to protest against the Israeli-Palestine violence. (Johnny Mazza/CTV Kitchener) (May 15, 2021)

‘We want people that are not Palestinian to know’: Rally protesting Israeli-Palestine violence drives through K-W

Hundreds of vehicles drove across Waterloo Region on Saturday to raise awareness and protest against the Israeli-Palestine violence. 2

A sign celebrating a high school graduate is planted in the lawn at a home in Toronto on Sunday, May 17, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Ontario students push for COVID-safe, outdoor graduation ceremonies

17-year-old Anoosha Keshav is calling on the Ontario government to allow COVID-safe outdoor ceremonies, complete with physical distancing and personal protective equipment.