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Tundra swans make local stop on migration

Tundra swans make local stop on migration

  • Meg Deak
Apr 09, 2026
Even after ouster, former WRDSB head was paid $277K
Even after ouster, former WRDSB head was paid $277K
  • Andrea Eymann
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 09, 2026
Wellesley Lions gearing up for next online auction
Wellesley Lions gearing up for next online auction
  • Andrea Eymann
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 09, 2026
Waterloo Region is hosting community green bin drop-off events
Waterloo Region is hosting community green bin drop-off events
  • Meg Deak
Apr 09, 2026
  • The CVO emphasizes the college’s dedication to antimicrobial stewardship
    • Meg Deak
    Apr 09, 2026
  • Ottawa maintains interest-free loans amid rising costs of production for farmers
    • Meg Deak
    Apr 09, 2026
  • Elmira takes part in province-wide protest of Ford government
    • Andrea Eymann
    Apr 02, 2026
  • Bloomingdale residents fear library proposal would kill community centre
    • Andrea Eymann
    Apr 02, 2026
  • The hunt is on for Easter eggs this weekend
    • Andrea Eymann
    Apr 02, 2026
  • 4-H conducting feasibility study in Waterloo-Wellington area to engage urban youth
    • Meg Deak
    Apr 02, 2026
  • Sunshine list continues to grow, led by municipal salaries
    • Steve Kannon
    Apr 02, 2026
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Local Politics

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Wellesley councillors get update on progress of new official plan
Wellesley Township Council
Wellesley councillors get update on progress of new official plan
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 09, 2026
Mapping out growth over the next 25 years, Wellesley councillors this week got an update on the township’s new
Province looks to appoint next chair of Waterloo Region
Waterloo Regional Government
Province looks to appoint next chair of Waterloo Region
  • Steve Kannon
Apr 09, 2026
Everything old is new again, as the province, not the residents, will now choose Waterloo Region’s chair. Just prior

Comment & Opinion

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Lefcourtland: April 9, 2026
  • Jack Lefcourt
Apr 09, 2026
Skepticism is natural as Ford rolls out regional reform
  • The Editor
Apr 09, 2026
Fanatics, an obsessive, and a belligerent fool
  • Gwynne Dyer
Apr 09, 2026
Library a good use for community centre
  • The Editor
Apr 09, 2026
The View From Here: April 9, 2026
  • Scott Arnold
Apr 09, 2026

Sports

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U10 Wildcats capture Tri-County title, advance to OMHA championships
U10 Wildcats capture Tri-County title, advance to OMHA championships
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 09, 2026
Kings’ season ends after loss in game six of playoff series vs. St Marys
Kings’ season ends after loss in game six of playoff series vs. St Marys
  • Steve Kannon
Apr 09, 2026
Woolwich U11 hockey squad finishes playoffs in second
Woolwich U11 hockey squad finishes playoffs in second
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 02, 2026
Brady Martin honoured by Waterloo Region athletic award
Brady Martin honoured by Waterloo Region athletic award
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 02, 2026

Business

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Economic conditions lead to closure of Wellesley Farmers’ Market
Business
Economic conditions lead to closure of Wellesley Farmers’ Market
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 09, 2026
Higher input costs, search for full-time work meant vendors struggled, prompting the venture to wind down after 11 years in the village
Turning an invasive plant into a useful product
Business
Turning an invasive plant into a useful product
  • Meg Deak
Apr 02, 2026
Effort to convert phragmites into a commercial source of silica earns UofG grad student Emily Whitehead a win in Project Soy competition

Arts

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A very personal approach to protecting the environment
A very personal approach to protecting the environment
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 09, 2026
Even in grief, there’s some humour to be found
Even in grief, there’s some humour to be found
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 02, 2026
It’s not a school day, but they’ll be there
It’s not a school day, but they’ll be there
  • Andrea Eymann
Mar 26, 2026

Living Here

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Curbing his enthusiasm a key for Venture
Curbing his enthusiasm a key for Venture
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 09, 2026
A venture built on doing what they love
A venture built on doing what they love
  • Andrea Eymann
  • Andrea Eymann
Apr 02, 2026
Revelling in the bounty of tapped maple trees
Revelling in the bounty of tapped maple trees
  • Julian Gavaghan
  • Julian Gavaghan
Mar 26, 2026

Maryhill News

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  • Maryhill Park Fish Fry
    • Diane Strickler
    Apr 07, 2026
  • CWL fundraiser
    • Diane Strickler
    Apr 02, 2026
  • Fundraiser
    • Diane Strickler
    Mar 26, 2026
  • Bloomingdale Women's Institute
    • Diane Strickler
    Mar 19, 2026
  • Catholic Women's League
    • Diane Strickler
    Mar 16, 2026

Police Report

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Canadians losing trust in justice system, feel less safe
Canadians losing trust in justice system, feel less safe
  • Observer Staff
Apr 09, 2026
Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Robbery at Kitchener Business
Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Robbery at Kitchener Business
  • Observer Staff
Apr 06, 2026
OPP campaign takes aim at distracted drivers
OPP campaign takes aim at distracted drivers
  • Observer Staff
Apr 02, 2026

Wellness

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Do children with scoliosis need treatment?
Do children with scoliosis need treatment?
  • Observer Staff
Apr 09, 2026
Finding relief when life feels overwhelming
Finding relief when life feels overwhelming
  • Observer Staff
Apr 02, 2026
Men’s health: Why am I leaking urine?
Men’s health: Why am I leaking urine?
  • Observer Staff
Apr 02, 2026

Family Notices

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Nafziger, Marie
  • Observer Staff
Apr 09, 2026
McCormick, Lynn
  • Observer Staff
Apr 02, 2026
McKeag, Grace
  • Observer Staff
Apr 02, 2026
Swartzentruber, Elroy
  • Observer Staff
Apr 02, 2026
Giroux, Hector “Hec”
  • Observer Staff
Apr 02, 2026

Food

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How to make green eggs and ham from Dr. Seuss
How to make green eggs and ham from Dr. Seuss
  • Observer Staff
Apr 09, 2026
These one-bowl lemon muffins are so easy, I make a batch weekly
These one-bowl lemon muffins are so easy, I make a batch weekly
  • Observer Staff
Apr 02, 2026
Dye Easter eggs using ingredients you already have at home
Dye Easter eggs using ingredients you already have at home
  • Observer Staff
Mar 26, 2026
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