Showers, humidity headed for Waterloo Region this week
There was snow on the ground in Waterloo Region just one week ago, but according to the upcoming forecast, a good amount of warmth and even some increased humidex values are on the way. The information comes from Environment Canada, which shows temperatures will hit highs in the upper tens and even the low twenties from Monday through Friday. Along with the above-average highs, the national weather agency also shows humidex values for Tuesday will make it feel close to 27 C. While the average...
Apr 13, 2026
Waterloo Region saw the rainiest March in 15 years
With March now in the rear-view mirror, residents across Waterloo Region are reflecting on what's been a wet start to spring. According to local experts, though, it was actually the wettest, rainiest month of March in 15 years. The details come from the E.D. Soulis Memorial Weather Station at the University of Waterloo...
Apr 02, 2026
Flood watch issued across entire Grand River watershed
With heightened temperatures and heavy rainfall expected across Waterloo Region, the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) has issued a flood watch across the entirety of the Grand River watershed. It comes following the above seasonal conditions seen in the region, with temperatures expected to remain in double di...
Mar 31, 2026
Rain, flurries, mixed temps expected for first week of Spring
It's officially the first full week of Spring in Waterloo Region, and it looks like residents can expect a bit of everything, with some flurries, showers, sunshine, and mixed temperatures to kick things off. It all comes from Environment Canada, which shows below-seasonal temperatures pushing into the end of March and ...
Mar 23, 2026
Freezing rain creating potential hazards for first day of Spring: OPP
WATERLOO REGION - While it may not be snow or a torrential downpour, some freezing rain has welcomed Waterloo Region into Spring, and even though it may not be as hazardous as a snowstorm, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is still out with some reminders about the potential dangers on that commute. A yellow-level freezi...
Mar 20, 2026
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'We demand your resignation': Tensions continue after Cambridge Pride event interruption
Tensions have continued to mount between a local Pride group and Cambridge's Mayor, as both sides continue to provide their reactions and statements following an incident during a city-run event. The incident itself happened back on June 1, when the City of Cambridge was holding its annual Pride flag-raising event. Dur...
Jun 08, 2026
Ira Needles tops CAA's list for worst local roadways
A few local roadways have earned themselves a bit more notoriety after the CAA released the results for its annual Worst Roads Campaign, with Ira Needles topping the list across the region. According to the latest findings, which look to identify the worst roads all across the province, Ira Needles Boulevard has taken ...
Jun 04, 2026
'I'm very worried': Delegates concerned as Region takes reins of A Better Tent City
As homelessness and housing remain key issues around Waterloo Region, councillors and delegates alike met around the regional horseshoe to discuss the possibility of the Region of Waterloo taking operational control of A Better Tent City.
Jun 25, 2026
'You know this is wrong': Delegates speak out as region presses on with encampment ruling appeal
Following a meeting that lasted over three hours around the regional horseshoe, delegates and local homeless advocates are pushing back against the Region of Waterloo as it presses forward to appeal a recent Ontario Superior Court decision around the Victoria Street encampment.
Jun 17, 2026
Right turn to wrong turn: Region driving towards no turning on red lights
Turning right on a red light may no longer be the right way to go in a few key parts of Waterloo Region, as a committee has agreed to move forward with a new project that would prohibit the action at 12 major intersections. It comes as the region's Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Development Committee discussed ins...
Jun 04, 2026
