TOPIC: GUELPH NEWS
'Alarmingly low' monarch butterfly population calls for international conservation strategy: Guelph professor
In the last 15 years, the monarch butterfly populations in North America have dwindled to "alarmingly low" levels, University of Guelph associate professor and ecologist Ryan Norris. He was part of a group of researchers who developed a strategy on preserving and improving the monarch’s populations.
Conestoga College credits 'careful planning' for its $121M surplus in annual report
In its 2024-2025 fiscal report, Conestoga College says it has a $121 million surplus, but forecasts a deficit for 2025-2026.
Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region this civic holiday long weekend
There tend to be fewer events held on long weekends, but there is still plenty to do with a pirate festival, musical performances, a rib and beer festival in Waterloo, a performance of the Grand River Play Project and local baseball action.
What's open and closed for the civic holiday long weekend in Waterloo region and Guelph
With the civic holiday this weekend, there are changes to opening and closing hours of various places across Waterloo region and in Guelph.
Eastern equine encephalitis virus confirmed in horse in Wellington County
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health says a 'rare but potentially serious' case of eastern equine encephalitis virus has been reported in a horse in Wellington County.
Poor air quality expected for Waterloo region and area due to wildfire smoke
A special air quality statement has been issued for Waterloo region and the surrounding area. And while it could improve, Environment Canada says to expect another round of bad air this weekend.
3 victims gave a stranger their bank and credit cards, prompting a warning from Guelph police
Police in Guelph are warming people about a bank investigation scam after three people in their 90s handed over bank and credit cards to someone they thought was a courier for a bank investigating fraud cases.
Humidity to make it feel 40 C and higher, heat warning issued for Waterloo region, Guelph and area
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Waterloo region, Guelph and Wellington County. Daytime temperatures will reach between 30 and 33 C on Monday and Tuesday, but humidity will make it feel more like 38 to 40 C.
It's a hot summer and that means blue-green algae is back, GRCA warns
Blue-green algae has been spotted near the west side of Shand Dam at Belwood Lake, the Grand River Conservation Authority. The heat of this summer means more is likely and historically, blue-green algae has been found in Conestogo Lake, Guelph Lake and Woolwich reservoirs as well as Snyder’s Flats.
Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region: July 25 to 27
This weekend there are several festivals including music at Wayback, buttertarts and the Long Dash which celebrates arts, nature and science. South Asian Family Sports Day is all weekend in Waterloo Park with CBC K-W there on Sunday.
Tie vote for new Guelph councillor broken by drawing a name
Katherine Hauser is Guelph's newest city councillor. She was chosen Wednesday night during a special council meeting. Councillors narrowed it down to two choices during the voting, but when they couldn't get passed a 6-6 tie, a name was drawn out of a box.
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for Waterloo region, Guelph and Wellington County
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for Waterloo region, Guelph and Wellington County for Thursday evening.
Guelph council set to pick new colleague from 26 candidates who applied to take over vacant seat
Guelph council currently has a vacant seat after Dominique O'Rourke won the federal election in April. On Wednesday, councillors will vote for who they want to see fill the Ward 6 seat.
Kitchener non-profit to head 'deeply affordable' housing project in Guelph
Kitchener non-profit Thresholds Homes and Supports will be heading a 'deeply affordable' housing project for seniors in Guelph. The city is contributing about half an acre of city-owned land, and up to $1.5 million in federal funding for the project.
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Guelph author Melinda Burns uses poetry to connect to her Indigenous roots
The medicine wheel is a sacred symbol in many Indigenous cultures. It represents the four seasons and how each is associated with different aspects of life, growth and teachings. For Guelph author Melinda Burns, it served as a way for her to reclaim and celebrate her heritage. And she does this through a collection of poetry found in her recently released book, Homecoming.
Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region: July 18 to 20
There is so much to do this weekend, from festivals to free concerts, baseball games and outdoor theatre.
No new measles cases in Waterloo region, Guelph and Wellington County since July 8
There have been no new meales cases reported by Region of Waterloo Public Health or Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health since July 8, new numbers from Public Health Ontario shows.
7 people from Cambridge and Guelph arrested as part of 'multi-jurisdictional' drug investigation
Four men and three women from Guelph and Cambridge were arrested following what police are calling a 'multi-jurisdictional' drug investigation. Police services from Guelph, Waterloo region and Brantford were involved in the investigation, which started with just one suspect in spring.
Dead crow found in Guelph tests positive for West Nile virus
A dead crow found in Guelph has tested positive for West Nile virus, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health said Wednesday. There are currently no human cases in the area.
Air conditioned labs and ice cream: How local university students are keeping cool
With hot and humid weather expected in Waterloo region and Guelph this week, local university and college students and staff may be finding ways to stay cool, especially in buildings where air conditioning isn't working properly or is unavailable.
Heat warning, air quality statement in effect to start week in Waterloo region, Guelph and area
Environment Canada has issued a special air quality statement and a heat warning for Waterloo region, Guelph and surrounding areas.
Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region: July 11 to 13
There are a lot of music events this weekend including the Kultrun World Music Festival in Waterloo Park and Momma’s Cookout & Music Festival in downtown Kitchener. There's also Cruising on King in Kitchener, a preview of the Cambridge Scottish Festival and a downtown community garage sale in Guelph.
Police seek 4th suspect after Cambridge man's abduction and death in Guelph
Wellington County OPP continue to search for a man who they say is a suspect in a kidnapping and death investigation in Guelph in May.
Kate's 5 fun things to do in and around Waterloo region: July 4 to 6
This weekend, enjoy K-W Flamenco Fest, enjoy some sweet treats at the Cherry Festival, listen to local musicians at the Hespeler Village Music Festival and experience different performances at the Wellington County Multicultural Festival.
Several trains cancelled after one hits person west of Guelph Central GO station
A person has been struck by a train west of Guelph Central GO in southern Ontario. Emergency personnel are at the scene and trains cannot move through the area until the investigation is complete.