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Township has some new angels to the rescue

Township has some new angels to the rescue

  • Will Johnson
Nov 05, 2026
Change was on the mind of voters when it came to mayors in the region
Change was on the mind of voters when it came to mayors in the region
  • Andrea Eymann
  • Andrea Eymann
Nov 05, 2026
Elmira Remembrance Day parade and ceremonies set to go this Sunday
Elmira Remembrance Day parade and ceremonies set to go this Sunday
  • Andrea Eymann
  • Andrea Eymann
Nov 05, 2026
Mementos remain of wartime service
Mementos remain of wartime service
  • Will Johnson
Nov 05, 2026
  • Enova embraces provincial future-proofing efforts
    • Will Johnson
    Nov 05, 2026
  • Finances a key stumbling point in council’s growth plan for Breslau
    • Steve Kannon
    Nov 05, 2026
  • Veteran’s banner stolen in St. Clements
    • Will Johnson
    Nov 05, 2026
  • Owl Foundation work to be discussed at Waterloo Region Nature event
    • Meg Deak
    Nov 05, 2026
  • One of St. Jacobs’ namesakes was killed in a train calamity
    • Will Johnson
    Nov 05, 2026
  • WRDSB offering grants in support of parents’ ideas
    • Will Johnson
    Nov 05, 2026
  • Drayton Agriculture Hall to become more accessible
    • Meg Deak
    Nov 05, 2026
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Local Politics

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Burgess wins mayoral race
Woolwich Township Council
Burgess wins mayoral race
  • Andrea Eymann
Oct 29, 2026
Woolwich elects first new mayor in twelve years, welcomes three new councillors to 2026-2030 term
Martin unseats incumbent mayor in Wellesley
Wellesley Township Council
Martin unseats incumbent mayor in Wellesley
  • Will Johnson
Oct 29, 2026
After twelve years at the helm, Joe Nowak’s time on council ends this term

Comment & Opinion

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Lefcourtland: November 5, 2026
  • Jack Lefcourt
Nov 05, 2026
The View From Here: November 5, 2026
  • Scott Arnold
Nov 05, 2026
U.S. elections offer some hope for repairing ties to Canada
  • The Editor
Nov 05, 2026
After the election, it’s time for effective governance
  • The Editor
Oct 29, 2026
Lefcourtland: October 29, 2026
  • Jack Lefcourt
Oct 29, 2026

Sports

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Kings fire head coach McRae, announce hiring of Tyler Ertel
Kings fire head coach McRae, announce hiring of Tyler Ertel
  • Steve Kannon
Nov 05, 2026
Plenty of accolades for her first college softball season
Plenty of accolades for her first college softball season
  • Andrea Eymann
Nov 05, 2026
Kings post two more losses
Kings post two more losses
  • Will Johnson
Nov 05, 2026
Jacks defeat Dorchester in sole game of the weekend
Jacks defeat Dorchester in sole game of the weekend
  • Andrea Eymann
Nov 05, 2026

Business

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UofG student develops app to help farmers
Business
UofG student develops app to help farmers
  • Meg Deak
Nov 05, 2026
Harnessing the power of cell phones, farmers can use app to identify and diagnose disease in crops
Waterloo researcher uses microbes to eat methane
Business
Waterloo researcher uses microbes to eat methane
  • Meg Deak
Nov 05, 2026
Using tiny organisms that eat our pollution and help reduce emissions might sound like something straight out of science fiction,

Arts

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Expect some big noise in a little venue
Expect some big noise in a little venue
  • Will Johnson
Nov 05, 2026
A lesson in getting undressed for success
A lesson in getting undressed for success
  • Andrea Eymann
Oct 29, 2026
Channeling the Fates in spinning a Yarn
Channeling the Fates in spinning a Yarn
  • Andrea Eymann
Oct 22, 2026

Living Here

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Off to the Royal this weekend, sheep in tow
Off to the Royal this weekend, sheep in tow
  • Andrea Eymann
Nov 05, 2026
Bipolar disorder leads to a literal climb
Bipolar disorder leads to a literal climb
  • Will Johnson
Nov 05, 2026
Food Bank November Challenge incentivizes local sports teams
Food Bank November Challenge incentivizes local sports teams
  • Meg Deak
Nov 05, 2026

Maryhill News

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  • Ariss and Maryhill Lions Club
    • Diane Strickler
    Nov 05, 2026
  • St. Boniface Harvest Fest
    • Diane Strickler
    Nov 03, 2026
  • Maryhill Fireman's Breakfast
    • Diane Strickler
    Oct 29, 2026
  • National Trust for Canada Conference Tour
    • Diane Strickler
    Oct 28, 2026
  • Maryhill Historical Meeting
    • Diane Strickler
    Oct 22, 2026

Police Report

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Woman arrested for attempted robbery in Breslau
Woman arrested for attempted robbery in Breslau
  • Observer Staff
Oct 29, 2026
More than 9,800 charges laid during Thanksgiving road blitz
More than 9,800 charges laid during Thanksgiving road blitz
  • Observer Staff
Oct 15, 2026
Police warn public of recent cellphone service provider fraud
Police warn public of recent cellphone service provider fraud
  • Observer Staff
Oct 08, 2026

Wellness

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Seasonal affective disorder: More than feeling sad
Seasonal affective disorder: More than feeling sad
  • Observer Staff
Nov 05, 2026
What’s the connection between alcohol use and fatty liver disease?
What’s the connection between alcohol use and fatty liver disease?
  • Observer Staff
Oct 29, 2026
Why do I keep getting UTIs?
Why do I keep getting UTIs?
  • Observer Staff
Oct 22, 2026

Family Notices

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McTavish, Ron
  • Observer Staff
Oct 29, 2026
Cressman, Ronald Karl (Ron)
  • Observer Staff
Oct 29, 2026
Crane, Joyce (née Hardman)
  • Observer Staff
Oct 22, 2026
Underwood, Florence “Flo”
  • Observer Staff
Oct 22, 2026
Howard Foerster
  • Observer Staff
Oct 22, 2026

Food

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Peanut butter mug cake is a craveworthy single-serving dessert
Peanut butter mug cake is a craveworthy single-serving dessert
  • Observer Staff
Nov 05, 2026
Chinese steamed eggs are the perfect way to round out your dinner
Chinese steamed eggs are the perfect way to round out your dinner
  • Observer Staff
Oct 29, 2026
Gooey maple butter bars are fabulous for fall
Gooey maple butter bars are fabulous for fall
  • Observer Staff
Oct 22, 2026
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