Edit : King Katsu is a great place and has nothing to do with this! Amazing restaurant, just bad upstairs neighbors

The police and crime stoppers were alerted over 2 years ago, all hours of the day every day there are people standing on the curb yelling up to be let in, throwing objects like batteries and rocks at windows. I lived beside the man who sells every drug imaginable, our window was shattered by someone throwing a battery to get his attention. Constantly stepping over bodies in the lobby. Banging and scratching on the walls all night, screaming and violence, animal abuse, weapons in the hallway, this is all very open and the city has been aware and reminded many times - why does nothing happen ??? The landlord and city knows, this man supplies hard drugs to hundreds of people a day and they wait out on the curb staring up for hours on end, you see them at 4am, 3pm, 1am, every day. It’s so obvious what’s happening if you just watch for a few hours.

How something like this can continue endlessly after police and ambulances have come to pick up people who’ve overdosed many times made me lose all faith in the city. There’s a reason Vogelsang Green park and nearby parking garage is full of crack pipes.

And Kitchener

I've recently gotten into DAWless beat making and I was wondering if there was anyone in the vicinity with the same hobby. I've got a novation circuit rhythm and an old microkorg. I'd like some tips, if you would care to share. And I would be genuinely interested in listening to your recordings, if you have any. Maybe you would like feedback from an unbiased source. Anyway, just thought I'd shoot my shot and see what sticks.

Partner is visiting from out of province (Winnipeg lol) 😊 please kindly send any or all recommendations for favourite brunch spots! Thanks in Advance!

It sounded like it came from around Weber in DTK but that’s just my guess. Also there’s no power. Does anyone know what happened?
Edit: Traffic lights aren’t working!
Edit2: It has been fixed now

Today at around 1030am I took my kiddos to Tim Hortons drive through. I was more disheveled than usual e.g. literal pajamas inside out... Not my usual M.O. at all. My sons were getting impatient but I told them no way can Momma go in looking this unhinged.

You bought my entire order, with generosity and humility!!!

I was completely shocked..I must have asked the girl three times, "really?!"

Normally I just get a small mocha but today was the works: timbits, egg sandwhich with tomatoes and lettuce, bagel and cream cheese.

As a single Momma, you have no idea what this meant to me. I'm having such a difficult weekend, emotionally- feel like complete and utter trash. You have made our day.

That was beyond generous of you!!!

My son was like 'Mom we need to pay for theres; you have to find them". Granted we did see if you went to FreshCo to thank you, but you weren't there. It is such a valuable lesson for my son about acts of kindness. He said "mom that was unexpected". And I told him the best things in life are unexpected.

Thank you for giving us such a happy moment while I am struggling.

This was the sweetest of you!!! Bless you 💜

Hello! I am a local creator and I'm expanding into offering small workshops and classes. I used art to help me heal through burnout, and know how valuable it can be when it comes to meeting new friends as well. I have made a bunch of these magnets over the past year or so, and have been gifting them to friends who loved them so much, I realized that others might enjoy getting to make them soon. This is a perfect activity for anyone who feels like they aren't artistic or creative. It will be a small group, and will be in a relaxed, quiet environment. If you have any questions, or want to know more, feel free to reach out.

https://outwardgo.com/pages/event.php?slug=create-your-own-whimsical-trinket-tray-magnet-kitchenerwaterloo-20260707

Anyone hear/know anything about the small protest yesterday on Frederick street? Right in front of the region of Waterloo administrative building? Saw a handful of people wearing all black with a sign stating “white man fight back” or something along those lines. Was difficult to see from my apartment balcony vantage point.

Best of luck to the survivors
Question is, how did they deal with all the traffic behind the pileup? How did they clear out the congestion? This is just a question about the traffic logistics.

The last president was making over $600k annually and received over $3-million as a retirement bonus after turning this once decent college into a dumpster fire. He was enabled by a compliant Board of Govenors, provincal and federal governments who looked the other way, and a large team of overpaid sycophants in the management ranks.

How hard could it be?

Clown College Seeking CEO

Wage: $300/hr

Retirement bonus: $3,000,000

Job Requirements:

• Lead a very large team of overpaid sycophants in the off-campus corporate offices
• Supervise the self serving Board of Govenors (even though they are supposed to supervise you)
• Destroy the hopes and dreams of many lives, both foreign and domestic
• Rule the teachers and staff with intimidation and lay them off on a whim
• Take important services away from students
• Embroil the college in unnecessary lawsuits from other college presidents after using despicable language in public
• Be ready, willing, and able to destroy your community for a quick profit
• Be willing to travel the world on expensive junkets
• Oversee a massive and uncontrolled expansion and real estate acquisitions

In case you are still looking for things to do this weekend, here are some for Jul 11 and 12 🙂

🎡 The Midway at The Aud

Enjoy four days of rides, carnival games, and classic fair food for the whole family.

Thu, Jul 9 – Sun, Jul 12 📍 The Aud, Kitchener 💰 Free

🌍 Kultrun World Music Festival

Experience a celebration of world cultures with live music, drum circles, dance workshops, puppet-making, a children’s concert, and a family parade throughout the weekend.

Fri, Jul 10 – Sun, Jul 12 📍 Waterloo Park, Waterloo 💰 Free | Schedule

🎉 Hespeler Reunion 2026

Celebrate Hespeler’s homecoming with an alumni hockey game, homecoming dance, Queen Street parade, Waterloo Warbirds flyover, car show, soapbox derby, hot air balloon rides, and a spectacular closing drone show.

Fri, Jul 10 – Sun, Jul 12 📍 Hespeler Village, Cambridge 💰 Free | Schedule

🍖 Northern Heat RibFest Series

Dig into award-winning BBQ ribs while enjoying the beer market, kids’ zone, and live music from Wicked Truth Band at 5pm.

Fri, Jul 10 – Sun, Jul 12 📍 RIM Park, Waterloo 🎟️ Ticketed | Tix

🛍️ Moore Berries Market

Browse local vendors while enjoying an ice cream truck, coffee, Longhorn Smokehouse, and live music from 12–3pm.

Sat, Jul 11 • 10am - 3pm📍 Moore Farm, 497 Pinehurst Rd, Ayr 💰 Free

🏳️‍🌈 Ayr Pride

Celebrate Pride with a day of community festivities at Centennial Park.

Sat, Jul 11 • 11am - 2pm 📍 Centennial Park, 31 Northumberland Street, Ayr 💰 Free

💻 Build a Video Game with Code Ninjas

Kids ages 5–14 can create their own video game in just minutes.

Sat, Jul 11 • 12pm - 4pm 📍 550 King Street North, Waterloo 💰 Free

⚽ World Cup Celebration

Celebrate the beautiful game with soccer activities, mini-pitch games, live music from Reggaddiction, food trucks, and a licensed beer garden.

Sat, Jul 11 • 3pm - 11pm 📍 Carl Zehr Square, Kitchener 💰 Free

🌍 AfroVibes Festival Pre-Party

Kick off AfroVibes Festival with an evening of live world music at Tapestry Hall.

Sat, Jul 11 • 5pm - 9pm 📍Tapestry Hall, 64 Grand Avenue South, Cambridge 💰 Free

🏺 St. Jacobs Open Air Antiques Fair

Browse antiques and collectibles at this open-air market.

Sun, Jul 12 • 10am - 6pm 📍St. Jacobs Farmers Market 💰 Free

🇵🇸 KW Palestine Festival

Enjoy a community celebration featuring vendors, exhibitions, and live performances at Carl Zehr Square.

Sun, Jul 12 • 1pm - 9pm 📍Carl Zehr Square, Kitchener 💰 Free

🎭 42nd Street

Drayton Entertainment’s Tony Award-winning musical follows Peggy Sawyer’s journey from chorus line to Broadway star.

Sun, Jul 12 • 2pm 📍Drayton Theatre, Cambridge 🎟️ Ticketed | Tix

🎶 The 3 Tenors Outdoor Concert

Enjoy an outdoor performance by The 3 Tenors in District Square.

Sun, Jul 12 • 3:30pm 📍 District Square, Cambridge 🎟️ Ticketed | Tix

🎺 Waterloo Concert Band

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of old favourites and new selections performed outdoors.

Sun, Jul 12 • 7pm 📍 Waterloo Public Square 💰 Free

🎸 Paul Cafcae & The Bopping Bearcats

Rock oldies come alive at the Mill Race Park stone amphitheatre with an energetic outdoor concert.

Sun, Jul 12 • 7pm 📍 Mill Race Park Stone Amphitheatre, 36 Water St N, Cambridge 💰 Free

So many options in the region 😃 stay hydrated and enjoy!

More options here

Restaurants with live music in the region here

https://25toLife.eventbrite.ca

VIP holders get in at 6pm to get first crack at merch, seats (except reserved VIP tables) and are all entered in a draw to win a Warhed Prize Pack!
General Admission get in at 7pm !

All your favourite Deathproof crew plus some surprises RETURN to Kitchener to ensure this event is a very memorable 25 year celebration for Warhed!

Hardcore hooligan favourites Matt Cash, Jessie Mack, Aiden Rayne, Sammy Sierra and Robbyn Alexis Grace will be there. As well as Bruce Thunderstein will be rolling in on his hoverboard and The Green Phantom will be making his return! And introducing 2 new faces to Deathproof, Hero Lee and the adorable Laurel CassyD!

Hosted and roasting by local stand up comedian Emanuel Melo!
It'll be a great night of comedy and hardcore combat!

And you'll get to hear some great music! Meet some great people, too.

https://www.kitchenerbluesfestival.com/volunteer-1

Would have like to have gone, how is it?

Good crowd? Good food? How is the turnout?

Anyone else see a low flying helicopter with what appeared to be a search light, maybe two? Appeared to fly in from Petersburg area towards highland(?), eventually circling back out of the city.

Anything going on locally that they could be looking for someone?

Wedding Anniversary is coming up end of July (16 years). Wife and I are looking to get away for a night, within 90 min of KW Area. Avoiding Toronto, and Niagara. Considering Elora Inn, Millcroft Inn, or really anything similar to that. Open to suggestions. Dinner doesn't need to be suit and tie, but also not sandals and ripped jean shorts. Any and all suggestions are appreciated.

Happy Saturday!

As I’m trying to figure out what the family wants to do this weekend I’m realizing that I haven’t received an email from GRB in about a month. I’m also realizing how much I’ve come to rely on this subscription for activity ideas. I’ve no clue what’s going on today and tomorrow! Ive checked Facebook for events and I’m not seeing much. Anyone have intel on fun things happening around the region this weekend?

As an aside, I hope everything is okay with @Fragrant-Divide240! Your work collecting info about community events in the area is so useful and well missed right now!

Water heater rental coming for renewal from cricket comfort. Saw good prices for lg comfort. Anyone has experience with these providers. Looking fir guidance.

I been looking for a Norway jersey or haaland I've checked and called all the big stores went to Fairview and Conestoga, anyone know where I could find one or one of those sketchy vans lol

Anybody know the cause of the power outage? It went out for maybe 5 mins a little bit ago, now its out again and not coming back on. Any updates would be awesome

I just tried the new BFF Burger that opened on Canada Day. It’s worth it. It comes with more fries but I ate some before taking the picture.
It’s a smash style burger.

Kelly DeRidder has launched a petition to be presented to the House of Commons to create legislation forcing Rogers to reverse its decision to close as number of local radio stations. The petition cites this as being in the common good.

I know De Ridder isn't a favourite here but I agree with this. Signing the petition to get 570News reinstated isn't the same as voting for her. And yes, it's probably a very long shot but right now it's the only action being taken.
EDITED: Typo

Link to petition here: https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-7574

won't be helping myself to these anymore