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School boards aim to reduce traffic hazards near schools by encouraging walking or cycling

School boards aim to reduce traffic hazards near schools by encouraging walking or cycling

More than 60,000 students in Waterloo region live within walking distance of their schools
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Good morning, Cambridge!

Good morning, Cambridge!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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INSIDE THE VILLAGE: How the red hot housing market could sway Ontario's election

INSIDE THE VILLAGE: How the red hot housing market could sway Ontario's election

Check out episode two of 'Inside the Village,' a unique weekly podcast that explores the best local journalism from across our chain of community newsrooms
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Pilot program aims to encourage local contractors to hire outside the box

Pilot program aims to encourage local contractors to hire outside the box

The Region of Waterloo will pay up to $100,000 per tender for contractors to hire, train, and hopefully retain more workers from more walks of life
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'Between her and the restaurant, it’s a no brainer:' Wuddup Dog owner selling business to focus on his health and daughter

'Between her and the restaurant, it’s a no brainer:' Wuddup Dog owner selling business to focus on his health and daughter

Owner and founder of Wuddup Dog in Preston is looking to sell his hot-dog diner
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Region reports one new death, 86 new COVID-19 cases Thursday

Region reports one new death, 86 new COVID-19 cases Thursday

The active caseload is up to 962
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Ontario reports 21 more deaths, 98 COVID patients on ventilators

Ontario reports 21 more deaths, 98 COVID patients on ventilators

There have been 289 deaths caused by or related to COVID-19 in the province the last 30 days
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First quarter inflation squeezes region's operating budget

First quarter inflation squeezes region's operating budget

Fuel costs alone expected to exceed region's operating budget by as much as $7 million this year
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Regional council approves three-bag garbage limit to start this fall

Regional council approves three-bag garbage limit to start this fall

Change aims to direct more waste away from landfill and promote recycling and green bin use
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Stronger language from public school board on masking recommendations

Stronger language from public school board on masking recommendations

In a letter sent to parents Wednesday, WRDSB is 'strongly recommending' masks be worn in classrooms
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