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“Fibres only” recycling bin really just means paper and cardboard

“Fibres only” recycling bin really just means paper and cardboard

  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 19, 26
Milder temperatures bring increased risk of flooding, GRCA warns
Milder temperatures bring increased risk of flooding, GRCA warns
  • Andrea Eymann
  • Andrea Eymann
Feb 19, 26
Potholes a danger  not only to cars
Potholes a danger not only to cars
  • Julian Gavaghan
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 19, 26
Tired of winter? You can expect a scorching summer
Tired of winter? You can expect a scorching summer
  • Julian Gavaghan
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 19, 26
  • Threat of black carbon shown in new UW research
    • Thomas Kent
    Feb 19, 26
  • Trinity building project on hold over region’s water woes
    • Julian Gavaghan
    Feb 12, 26
  • Heavy snow, cold temperatures see municipalities struggle to clear roads
    • Julian Gavaghan
    Feb 12, 26
  • Local drivers complain of bad gas
    • Julian Gavaghan
    Feb 12, 26
  • St. Clements speed cameras amongst the busiest, new data show
    • Julian Gavaghan
    Feb 12, 26
  • Boreal forest tree-planting efforts would pay big dividends, new research finds
    • Thomas Kent
    Feb 12, 26
  • Extreme weather having an impact on farmers’ mental health
    • Thomas Kent
    Feb 12, 26
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Local Politics

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Stalling population numbers come with an impact in region
Waterloo Regional Government
Stalling population numbers come with an impact in region
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 19, 26
Waterloo Region’s population growth has stalled after a drop in immigration, raising the possibility – as in Canada overall – that
Wellesley finds some savings in culvert project
Wellesley Township Council
Wellesley finds some savings in culvert project
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 12, 26
An 80-per-cent difference between the lowest and highest bids prompted Wellesley council to approve a culvert replacement project this week.

Comment & Opinion

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NATO 1.0 is dead. Long live NATO 2.0
  • Gwynne Dyer
Feb 19, 26
Changing world order prompts defence strategy
  • The Editor
Feb 19, 26
The View From Here: February 19, 2026
  • Scott Arnold
Feb 19, 26
Lefcourtland: February 19, 2026
  • Jack Lefcourt
Feb 19, 26
The curious case of the disappearing generals
  • Gwynne Dyer
Feb 12, 26

Sports

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Jacks take two of three to finish the regular season
Jacks take two of three to finish the regular season
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 19, 26
Hericanes U13 squad earns silver medal at Orangeville tourney
Hericanes U13 squad earns silver medal at Orangeville tourney
  • Andrea Eymann
Feb 19, 26
Kings lose two of three, fall into third place in conference
Kings lose two of three, fall into third place in conference
  • Steve Kannon
Feb 19, 26
Jacks building confidence ahead of playoffs as regular season winds down
Jacks building confidence ahead of playoffs as regular season winds down
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 12, 26

Business

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Frozen juices set to melt away
Business
Frozen juices set to melt away
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 19, 26
While sales of concentrated beverages have declined, local markets bucked trend that led to Minute Maid decision
Taking in the desert ... without leaving Woolwich
Business
Taking in the desert ... without leaving Woolwich
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 12, 26
The cactus house at Belgian Nursery in Breslau is a popular winter destination, with an added draw just now

Arts

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Treasure Island gets a fun makeover
Treasure Island gets a fun makeover
  • Steve Kannon
Feb 19, 26
Revisiting a local music scene that was so vibrant
Revisiting a local music scene that was so vibrant
  • Steve Kannon
Feb 12, 26
Jazzing it up with concerts this weekend
Jazzing it up with concerts this weekend
  • Andrea Eymann
Feb 05, 26

Living Here

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Small towns aren’t exempt from bad things
Small towns aren’t exempt from bad things
  • Julian Gavaghan
Feb 19, 26
Temporarily out in the cold for those who aren’t
Temporarily out in the cold for those who aren’t
  • Andrea Eymann
  • Andrea Eymann
Feb 12, 26
For her, volunteerism comes naturally
For her, volunteerism comes naturally
  • Andrea Eymann
  • Andrea Eymann
Feb 05, 26

Maryhill News

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  • Catholic Women's League
    • Diane Strickler
    Feb 17, 26
  • Historical Society report
    • Diane Strickler
    Feb 12, 26
  • Maryhill Historical Society
    • Diane Strickler
    Jan 19, 26
  • Bingo Night in Elmira
    • Diane Strickler
    Jan 15, 26
  • Bloomingdale Women's Institute
    • Diane Strickler
    Jan 12, 26

Police Report

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Police recover thousands in stolen merchandise following investigation
Police recover thousands in stolen merchandise following investigation
  • Observer Staff
Feb 19, 26
Policing Investigating Attempted Thefts of Hyundai Vehicles in Waterloo
Policing Investigating Attempted Thefts of Hyundai Vehicles in Waterloo
  • Observer Staff
Feb 16, 26
Literacy resources to help protect against online scams and fraud
Literacy resources to help protect against online scams and fraud
  • Observer Staff
Feb 12, 26

Wellness

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Diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Now what?
Diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Now what?
  • Observer Staff
Feb 19, 26
Melanoma stage determines treatment plan
Melanoma stage determines treatment plan
  • Observer Staff
Feb 12, 26
Clot buster? Surgery? What is the right treatment for stroke?
Clot buster? Surgery? What is the right treatment for stroke?
  • Observer Staff
Feb 05, 26

Family Notices

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Martin, Ronald S
  • Observer Staff
Feb 19, 26
FREY, Edwin
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Feb 18, 26
Zachary Pettley
  • Observer Staff
Feb 18, 26
Logel, Douglas Anthony
  • Observer Staff
Feb 12, 26
Plein, Kathleen “Kathie”
  • Observer Staff
Feb 12, 26

Food

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My new favourite popcorn upgrade tastes even better than the movie theatre stuff
My new favourite popcorn upgrade tastes even better than the movie theatre stuff
  • Observer Staff
Feb 19, 26
My citrus salad is the most delicious winter boost of vitamin C
My citrus salad is the most delicious winter boost of vitamin C
  • Observer Staff
Feb 12, 26
My version of ‘Cupid’s cloud’ is perfect for Valentines and Galentines
My version of ‘Cupid’s cloud’ is perfect for Valentines and Galentines
  • Observer Staff
Feb 05, 26
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