Kitchener Market ready for annual Fall Fair as recovery efforts continue
Recovery efforts at the Kitchener Market are continuing after a fire from nearly three months ago, with major milestones and autumn fun now pushing progress in the right direction. The City of Kitchener saying that the next step in on-site recovery has officially begun, helmed by the Kitchener company Woodhouse Restoration Services, which is now pushing into the restoration and remediation phase of those efforts. "Before on-site remediation and restoration work could begin, the City comp...
Oct 9, 2026
'We take responsibility': K-W Oktoberfest issues correction, apology over Family Breakfast cancellation
After a key staple of Oktoberfest celebrations that's filled hearts and stomachs for years was called off, a recent correction and apology is giving some clarity on the cancellation of the annual K-W Oktoberfest Family Breakfast. The announcement of the cancellation was first made back on Oct. 3, saying that the event,...
Oct 8, 2026
Events, closures to keep in mind this Thanksgiving weekend
It's sure to be a family-focused, stomach-filling stretch for many throughout Waterloo Region in the coming days, with Thanksgiving weekend on the way. Alongside the turkey, stuffing, and more, will also come a list of closures and changes on Thanksgiving Monday that residents throughout the region will have to keep in...
Oct 8, 2026
Skills, comedy, basketball: Harlem Globetrotters returning to Kitchener Aud
One of the biggest names in sports-based entertainment is making its return to the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium, with the Harlem Globetrotters headed back to Waterloo Region. The City of Kitchener saying the globally known team will be coming to town Thursday, Jan. 28, 2027. "Perfect for fans of all ages, the Har...
Oct 8, 2026
Zellers marking 'modern relaunch' with return to Cambridge Centre Mall
A local mall in Cambridge is getting set for a blast from the past as a Zellers location may soon be opening its doors at Cambridge Centre Mall. The details come from listings on the job website Indeed, which show the once-popular retailer is searching for a list of positions to help run a location at the city mall. Th...
Oct 6, 2026
Line dancing, alpacas, autumn flair featured at new Guelph Fall Fair
Some autumn-themed fun is coming to the Royal City this weekend, with pumpkin bowling, line dancing, alpacas, and more set to be featured at a new Guelph Fall Fair. The details come from Royal City Nursery, which is hosting the upcoming fair, saying it will be a free-to-attend, community-focused event. While some fall ...
Oct 2, 2026
'I can't wait': Mike Farwell named play-by-play voice of Kitchener Rangers on FM 985
A big name is coming back to the airwaves for the East Avenue Blue. The Kitchener Rangers and FM 985 CKWR have officially announced Mike Farwell as the play-by-play voice of the Blueshirts for the rest of the 2026-27 season, set to call every home and away game beginning Friday, Oct. 2. A familiar voice to Rangers fans...
Oct 1, 2026
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'We take responsibility': K-W Oktoberfest issues correction, apology over Family Breakfast cancellation
After a key staple of Oktoberfest celebrations that's filled hearts and stomachs for years was called off, a recent correction and apology is giving some clarity on the cancellation of the annual K-W Oktoberfest Family Breakfast. The announcement of the cancellation was first made back on Oct. 3, saying that the event,...
Oct 8, 2026
2026 Municipal Election: Full results as just 25% of Tri-Cities cast their ballot
The results are in following the 2026 Municipal Election on Monday, Oct. 26, with the region now getting its first look at who will represent them over the next four years. The votes have been counted, and the unofficial results have been released across Waterloo Region for the list of mayor, councillor, and school boa...
Oct 27, 2026
Gas prices to drop again Friday, could mark over 30-cent single-month decline
After a double-digit dip at the pumps earlier in the week, yet another drop is expected ahead of the weekend in Waterloo Region. According to Canadians for Affordable Energy, the price for regular gasoline is expected to drop by as much as 8 cents on Friday, hitting an average high of $1.60.9 per litre. It comes after ...
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Charges laid as rollover crash closes Columbia Street in Waterloo
A crash on Tuesday afternoon closed Columbia Street West between Phillip Street and Albert Street in Waterloo, with one of the involved drivers now facing dangerous operation charges.
Oct 27, 2026
Cambridge mother killed, 2-year-old in critical condition after head-on crash
Investigations are underway, and charges are expected, all after a head-on collision just outside Hamilton led to the death of a mother from Cambridge and left her 2-year-old son in critical condition. The details come from Burlington OPP, which said it all happened Tuesday, Oct. 6, at around 7 a.m., when officers were...
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