Laurier support staff inching closer to potential strike action
Support workers at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo are moving closer to a potential strike action, as bargaining efforts have continued to stall around a new collective agreement. According to the local institution, the two sides, including the school and the Wilfrid Laurier University Staff Association (WLUSA), have been negotiating since June, when negotiations were underway alongside the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation (OSSTF).
Sep 18, 2026
'We may reconsider': Developer warns of cancelling $800M investments as city rejects housing incentive
A developer has given a warning to the City of Cambridge that it may pull the plug on as much as $800 million in housing developments, all as councillors discussed and rejected a provincial program aimed at lowering construction costs for new homes. It comes after a recent city council meeting, where members talked ove...
Sep 17, 2026
UPDATE: Gas prices jump Thursday, expected to tumble Friday
The turbulent times at the pumps are expected to continue heading closer to the weekend in Waterloo Region, as experts expect gas prices to take another climb Thursday, with diesel costs expected to bear the brunt of the climb. According to Canadians for Affordable Energy, gas prices are expected to climb heading into ...
Sep 16, 2026
'Did my happy dance': Cambridge resident wins $50K on $10 scratch ticket
It's been an exciting time for a resident in Cambridge, who has won a $50,000 prize from a $10 scratch ticket purchased at a local grocery store in the city. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) made the announcement, saying Annie P. got her winnings off a BINGO scratch ticket she purchased at a Sobey's loc...
Sep 11, 2026
Gas prices to dip 9 cents overnight in Waterloo Region, diesel trending upward
Some good news is on the way for residents with travel plans this upcoming weekend, as drivers should feel a bit of relief on their wallets with gas prices expected to take a sharp dip. According to Canadians for Affordable Energy, gas prices are expected to drop by as much as 9 cents overnight, dipping to an average h...
Sep 10, 2026
Region hits milestone in water capacity efforts as eyes turn to permanent solutions
The Region of Waterloo is continuing to make advancements in addressing its ongoing water capacity shortage, now hitting a major milestone regarding a short-term fix, while still pushing towards new long-term solutions. In an update shared by Regional Chair Karen Redman, she stated that the region has made the final co...
Sep 10, 2026
Ontario pushing for 'resilience' in Waterloo Region with $1.1M funding to combat tariffs
With Canadians continuing to hold their breath ahead of incoming U.S. tariffs next week, the Government of Ontario is looking to bring a sense of calm and resilience to Waterloo Region with over $1.1 million in funding to various local sectors. The province said it's all aimed at protecting workers and reducing a relia...
Aug 14, 2026
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Kitchener Rangers name FM 985 as team's new radio home
Following an exciting season, where the team brought home the Memorial Cup, the Kitchener Rangers have announced a new radio broadcasting partnership with Waterloo Region's FM 985 CKWR, alongside The Grand @ 101. The new partnership will help to bring Rangers hockey to fans throughout Waterloo Region and beyond, set to...
Aug 31, 2026
FM 985 announces interim commentator through first five Kitchener Rangers games
With their season about to get underway this upcoming weekend, the Kitchener Rangers are continuing to build towards another exciting year, and so is FM 985 CKWR. After recently being announced as the new radio home for the local hockey team throughout the 2026-27 Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season, the station has ann...
Sep 15, 2026
'Tornadoes likely occurred' in Wellesley, Tavistock during midweek storm system
As cleanup continues after Wednesday's severe storm system, evidence has emerged suggesting tornadoes may have touched down in and around Waterloo Region. The Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP), a research initiative based out of Western University, said its damage survey team was busy throughout southern Ontario in the ...
Sep 04, 2026
Experts confirm EF1 tornado impacted Wellesley in early-month storm
More details are being brought to light on a severe storm system that pushed through southern Ontario at the beginning of September, with the Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) now confirming that an EF1 tornado touched down in Wellesley. It comes after the region battled through torrential rain, gusting winds, and power...
Sep 09, 2026
More vendors expected to return in 'major milestone' for Kitchener Market
After a fire earlier in the summer created some headaches and heartbreak for the Kitchener Market, the local destination said it's marking a "major milestone" as it's now expected to see more vendors make a return this weekend. It comes after fire crews were dispatched to the market back on July 12, when a fi...
Sep 04, 2026
