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Waterloo man charged after gift card fraud investigation
A 32-year-old man from Waterloo is facing multiple charges following a gift card fraud investigation that started in February. The charges include identity fraud, fraud under $5,000, flight from police officer, dangerous operation, possess - use credit card data and failure to comply with release order. After gaining credit card information fraudulently from multiple victims, the man purchased restaurants gift cards. These gift cards were for a variety of restaurants across the region.
Holiday season brings safety measures to follow to ensure a safe celebration
The holiday season is one of the most enjoyable times of the year for many as they get to see family and friends. It is crucial that proper safety measures are followed to ensure everyone can safely celebrate this year. John Percy is Captain Fire Prevention Officer with the Cambridge Fire Department and explained the leading cause of home fires, especially during the holidays. "The leading cause of fires in the home today is unattended pots on the stove.
Students in Guelph fall victim to tuition scam
Guelph Police want to make students in Guelph aware of the dangers of a tuition scam that is ongoing. Police report that in the last week, they have received at least three reports of students getting offered a discounted rate on their tuition from an anonymous person through email or a messaging app.
Large demand for blood donations this holiday season
There is a need for blood donations this holiday season in Waterloo Region and across Canada. Currently, there are over 850 available appointments that need to be filled in the region before early January. Canadian Blood Services is stating that before January 7, 31,000 blood donors are needed across the country. Rachael Henderson is the Community Development Manager for Canadian Blood Services and explained why the demand is higher during the holidays.
Pedestrian seriously injured in Kitchener crash
By Evan Brewer Police are investigating after a collision with a pedestrian in the area of Homer Watson Boulevard and Conestoga College Boulevard. It happened on Sunday morning around 7:30 a.m. and one person was transported to an out-of-region hospital suffering from serious injuries. The WRPS RPV is flying in the area as the investigation is ongoing.
Waterloo Regional Council passes 2024 Plan and Budget
Waterloo Regional Council officially approved the 2024 operating budget on Wednesday night after a day of deliberations that ended in a unanimous vote. When the morning started, the expected property tax increase was 7.95 per cent. As the day progressed this number was able to be adjusted and lowered explained Chief Financial Officer for the region, Craig Dyer. "The overall change in the property tax levy of just under 9.3 per cent translates into a tax impact of 6.94 per cent.
WRPS Stuff-a-Cruiser event continues at Walmart locations across Waterloo Region
If you plan on joining the masses for some holiday shopping this weekend, pick up a little something extra for a child in need in your community. Waterloo Regional Police will have Auxiliary Officers set up at Walmart locations across Waterloo Region, continuing their Stuff-a-Cruiser Campaign, collecting new, unwrapped toys.
Diagnosing breast cancer in two minutes, UW researchers boast cheaper, safer tech
It is the second-most common cancer in Canadian women, and one local university is taking big steps in treating it as early as possible. A new tool from University of Waterloo researchers could determine if a person has breast cancer in just two minutes. It even works in denser tissues, which is a current issue with today's technology. Dr. Omar Ramahi is the lead researcher behind the new device that uses low-frequency electromagnetic energy to help diagnose breast cancer.
GoFundMe set as much as contribute to reward for lacking kitten
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GoFundMe set up to contribute to reward for missing kitten
Despite an arrest earlier this week in relation to a stolen kitten in Waterloo the Pet Valu at Weber Street and Northfield Drive in Waterloo on Nov. 24, there is yet to be any sign of Crosby. Jan Schneider is the founder and CEO of Paw Patrol and claims that Crosby the kitten could have been sold or be hidden somewhere. A GoFundMe has been set up now to help contribute to the reward for Crosby if he is returned safe to Pet Valu or Paw Patrol.
43rd annual Santa Claus Parade comes to Hespeler on Saturday
Santa Claus Parade season continues in the region! The 43rd annual Hespeler Santa Claus Parade will start at noon on Saturday on Groh Ave. From there, it will continue along Queen St W and end at the corner of Guelph Ave and Sheffield St. For those who want to send a letter to Santa Claus, they are encouraged to bring it with them to the parade as Canada Post will be collecting letters throughout the parade.
Former MPP for Kitchener Centre congratulates Aislinn Clancy on big win for Ontario Green Party
Laura Mae Lindo was the former NDP MPP for Kitchener Centre in July of this year. The seat remained vacant until Thursday when Aislinn Clancy of the Green party of Ontario won by more then 5,000 votes in the Kitchener Centre byelection. When Lindo stepped down in July, she took a role at the University of Waterloo and stated some reasons for the change was due to needing to be home with family and the high cost of child care.
Aislinn Clancy is the unofficial winner of the Kitchener Centre byelection
City Councillor Aislinn Clancy of the Green Party of Ontario is the winner of the Kitchener Centre byelection after a decisive margin of victory. With 61 polls reporting, Clancy finished with 11,334 total votes handing the green party their second provincial seat. Polls closed at 9 p.m. and Clancy led from the moment that polls began reporting their results. After Lara Mae Lindo stepped down from her position in July, the role of MPP for Kitchener Centre has remained vacant until now.
Fire at encampment in Kitchener leaves two individuals displaced
On Saturday morning, Kitchener Fire Department were called to the encampment on Weber St and Victoria St for a tent/structure fire. Crews were able to extinguish the fire quickly with no injuries, as everyone was able to evacuate. Two individuals will be displaced now as the fire left significant damages to tents. KFD state that the believed cause of the fire was careless cooking and reminds everyone to never leave cooking areas unattended.
KW Titans participating in Five City Food Drive Challenge
In partnership with YMCA of Three Rivers, the KW Titans are hosting a food drive at five different YMCA locations. The drive will start at 9 a.m. and run until 12 p.m. at the YMCA locations in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph and Stratford. It's expected that players and coaches from the Titans will be at the locations assisting with the food drive. David Schooley is the co-owner of the KW Titans and explained how they plan on getting youth involved in a great cause.
Charges pending in pedestrian crash investigation in Waterloo
Waterloo Regional Police continue to investigate after a pedestrian was hit by a vehicle in Waterloo, with charges anticipated. The collision happened around 6 a.m. on Nov. 24 in the Westmount Road and Northfield Drive area. The pedestrian, a 41-year-old Waterloo man, was taken to hospital with serious injuries. The driver, a 44-year-old Kitchener man, was not hurt. Police want to speak with any witnesses to the crash, including those with relevant dashcam footage.
Region announces 2,350 affordable houses are in development or occupied
National Housing Day was honored with an event in Cambridge with a theme of Homes for all: a portrait of the housing continuum. The topics of affordable housing and chronic homelessness were the major talking points from multiple speakers. On Wednesday, Regional Chair Karen Redman announced that 2,350 affordable homes in the region are in development or occupied to date. It was also announced that the year three building goal for the region's Building Better Futures plan had been surpassed.
Kitchener Rangers donating $100,000 to KidsAbility Foundation
It's a big donation for those in need! In partnership with Rangers Reach, the Kitchener Rangers announced on Monday that they would be donating $100,00 to the KidsAbility Foundation. This money will go towards funding a specially equipped therapy room at KidsAbility's new site in Kitchener. The new room will provide children with disabilities the opportunity for pediatric healthcare, therapy and other special program services.
Advanced voting begins Sunday in Kitchener-Centre by-election
You have seen the signs, you may have been sent your voter card and now, it's time to head to polls if you live in Kitchener-Centre. Advanced polls open Sunday. The major party candidates include the NDP's Debbie Chapman, Green Party's Aislinn Clancy, Liberal's Kelly Steiss and Progressive Conservative's Rob Elliott. It's a high stakes by-election, with the riding that includes Downtown Kitchener, historically flipping across all parties.
WRPS asking for $14M increase to 2024 budget, council to discuss next week
Waterloo Regional Police Service's board gave approval on Wednesday to a proposed 2024 budget of $228.4 million. This would see a $14.4 million increase from last year along with a 4.62 per cent increase on regional property taxes. There will be a presentation to regional council on Nov. 22 - while final approval could come in mid-December.
WRPS say there has been 173 cases of hate-motivated crime in the region in 2023
Waterloo Regional Police Services revealed in Thursday's board meeting that there has been 173 reports of hate-motivated crime in the region in 2023. Regional Police are expecting this to surpass the total in 2022 of 190 reported incidents. This would continue the trend of hate-motivated crime increasing every year since 2019.
Voting Day is Monday for Cambridge Ward 1 by-election
Advanced voting has been open for a week, however, the official voting day for the Cambridge Ward 1 by-election is November 13. There will be four available locations between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. if individuals choose to vote in person. These locations are Allan Reuter Centre, Langs Community Health Centre, W.G. Johnson Centre and Cambridge City Hall. Danielle Manton is the City Clerk for the city of Cambridge and said that voters should bring a government issued identification with them.
Waterloo Region facing proposed 8.3% tax impact in 2024
On Wednesday at the Strategic Planning and Budget Committee meeting, Chief Financial Officer for the Region of Waterloo Craig Dyer revealed a proposed 8.3% tax impact for residents. This increase would include the $11 million dedicated to ending chronic homelessness that was approved in principle this week, along with the proposed police budget which represents a $16.3 million levy increase.
Mayor Berry Vrbanovic reveals Kitchener's 2023 - 2026 Strategic Plan
On Thursday afternoon, Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic revealed the 2023 - 2026 Strategic Plan at this year's State of the City event. The mayor was accompanied by council members and explained details of the plan which highlight the city's goals over the next 20 years. "This plan is more than just a document, this is our collective and shared vision for the future of this community, and our road map for how we will get there," explained Vrbanovic.
Winter months bring new challenges for those experiencing homelessness
As the unsheltered crisis continues to grow in the region, the winter months will bring new challenges for those experiencing homelessness. Tara Groves-Taylor is the CEO of Community Healthcaring Kitchener-Waterloo and explained some of the health problems experienced in the winter compared to summer. "Frostbite and other effects of the cold like gangrene.
K-W Santa Claus Parade seeking more student volunteers this year
The K-W Santa Claus Parade takes place on Saturday, Nov. 18 starting at 10 a.m. This year organizers involved with the parade have said that they are lacking the required amount of student volunteers in order to have the parade run smoothly. Jack Bishop of Lions Club of Kitchener said "We are in dire need of more volunteers to help us put the parade down the street. We need especially older students that can help us wear decorative costumes in the parade to entertain the kids.
Second encampment site discussed by council in Waterloo Region
In a Community and Health Services Committee meeting on Tuesday, members of council endorsed the construction of a second encampment site in the region in the effort to help end chronic homelessness. In April of this year, the first encampment in the region opened on Erbs Road in Wilmot Township and shelters 50 individuals. The proposed new site would cost an estimated $3 million dollars every year to operate.
New report looks at the threats of hospital privatization in Ontario
Andrew Longhurst is the author of a new report titled "At What Cost?" which looks into the Ontario government's plan to put more funding towards for-profit facilities. Longhurst spoke in the region on Friday in detail about some of his findings detailed in the report. "For wait times, Ontario outperforms British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Alberta and these are provinces that have had much more involvement with for-profit healthcare delivery and more specifically for-profit surgical facilities.
ACORN Canada march raises awareness on affordable housing
The cold and rainy weather Monday did not seem to be a problem for ACORN Canada members in Waterloo who were advocating for affordable housing. Acer Bonaparte, the chair of ACORN Waterloo, hand delivered a binder to the office of Waterloo MP Bardish Chagger that contained over 400 testimonies. These were gathered by the organization from those who live in financialized and poor housing situations. Many of these testimonies were from residents of Waterloo Region.
2023 Poppy Campaign set to begin today
This year's Poppy Campaign is set to kick off at The Royal Canadian Legion Waterloo Branch 530. The campaign will run until November 11 with donations being used to help veterans in need. Steven Mann, the Vice President of the Royal Canadian Legion in Waterloo stated "For veterans in need, if an emergency pops up like a refrigerator breaks.
WRPS hold public input session over 2024 budget
The Waterloo Regional Police Services held a public input session on Thursday afternoon for individuals to voice their opinions and concerns in relation to the 2024 budget. Members from organizations such as KW Habilitation and Kinbridge Community Association touched on their hope to build a stronger connection between their organizations and the regional police services.
Report: Waterloo Region housing market amongst the worst in Ontario
With the ongoing housing crisis in Canada, the 2023 Vital Signs Report for Waterloo Region has discovered just how difficult it is for those trying to find a home. The report found that the crisis is affecting vulnerable individuals more so than others. Eric Avner, the President and CEO of Waterloo Region Community Foundation said "It's hitting certain populations harder than others. The young non-homeowner older adults, newcomers, refugees, those who identify as indigenous.
Some N.B. butcher shops at capacity before hunting season's end
Hunting season isn't even over yet but one butcher said it's been one of the busiest seasons he's ever seen. More than 5,200 New Brunswickers were issued hunting licenses for the season, which stretches from Tuesday to Saturday. By Friday afternoon, Evan Brewer of Fredericton said his butcher shop was already full. "Every butcher I know is pretty much full," said the owner of B & E Meat Cutting, on Fredericton's north side.
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Mom and Boyfriend Allegedly Filmed Abuse of 3-Year-Old Boy Whose Body Was Found Encased in Concrete
A Kansas mother and her live-in boyfriend charged in the murder of her 3-year-old son — whose body was found last fall encased in concrete in their former home — allegedly filmed the boy’s abuse, according to a newly released police affidavit.
Kansas Mom and Her Boyfriend Charged with Murder of 3-Year-Old Boy Found Encased in Concrete
A Kansas mother and her live-in boyfriend have been charged with child abuse and felony murder after her son’s remains were found encased in concrete in September. Miranda Miller, 36, and Stephen Bodine, 40 have been charged with murdering three-year-old Evan Brewer. Evan’s body was found by a landlord who was cleaning the home after evicting the couple in September. According to a police report, the landlord noticed a strange odor coming from a concrete structure.
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