40-storey Preston high-rise still a possibility after reduction rejected by council
A 40-storey high-rise in Preston was once again the talk of the town amongst Cambridge councillors, with councillors rejecting a proposed recommendation that would drop that number to 16 storeys.
Jul 23, 2026
Affordable housing headlines first round of Kitchener water allocation
The City of Kitchener is officially set to dole out its first round of water allocation, looking to target affordable housing and other priority projects that were previously brought to a standstill.
Jul 22, 2026
Homelessness, healthcare access remain key concerns in region's Vision 1 Million scorecard
The Region of Waterloo is getting a closer look at how it's progressing in its push to handle a population of 1 million people in the coming decades, but according to some recently released data, livability may be among some of the key issues in its way.
Jul 20, 2026
New fire station housing development to 'play a critical role' for Kitchener
At its last Council meeting before summer recess, City Council has approved the plan for the Kitchener Fire Station 8 Housing Development, a downtown project that will bring more housing options and enhanced emergency services to the community.
Jul 14, 2026
Home sales boom in Cambridge, yet 'slowest June on record' elsewhere: expert
With the turn of the month, the region is beginning to get a better look at how those prospective homeowners were faring across the Tri-Cities, with new numbers showing Cambridge was a key area of attention.
Jul 07, 2026
A for sale real estate sign in front of a home (Andy Dean Photography / Depositphotos.com)
Kitchener announces affordable housing project alongside Habitat for Humanity
The City of Kitchener is celebrating a major step forward toward delivering its affordable housing targets through a new development alongside Habitat for Humanity.
Jul 03, 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
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WRPS investigating after vehicle shot by 'large-calibre rifle' near The Boardwalk
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GRT sees 10% ridership dip, over a million passengers lost in 2026: report
With well over half the year now in the rear-view mirror, Grand River Transit (GRT) is starting to take a peek at what trends have been seen so far in 2026, but a new report is showing that numbers for the local transit service have continued heading in the wrong direction. A new mid-year report is showing that overall...
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OPP searching for answers as 6-year Guelph homicide case continues
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