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Month: December 2024

Guelph Man Out on Bail Arrested for Robbery

A Guelph man faces robbery and weapons charges after an employee at a west-end business was threatened by a shoplifter. Approximately 4:20 p.m. Saturday, a loss prevention employee at a business on Silvercreek Parkway North observed a male placing several items into a backpack and leaving the store. The employee confronted the male and asked …

Bank Robber’s Bike Stolen During Hamilton Bank Robbery

On December 18, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. Hamilton Police responded to BMO bank located at 375 Upper Paradise Road for a robbery. Investigators learned a lone, male suspect arrived at the financial institution on a bicycle, leaving the bike outside by the building. Entering the business, the suspect approached a bank teller, passed a note …

Hooded Suspect Pulling Wagon Wanted in $15K Tools Theft

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after approximately $15,000 worth of tools and supplies were stolen from an east-end construction site during the Christmas holiday. On Friday police attended a construction site near Starwood Drive and Watson Parkway. The site supervisor reported a male had gained access to a building under construction late December 25 …

Arrest Made in Break-in; 3 Counts Breaching Probation

A Guelph man faces several charges related to a break-in at a home last week while the residents were sleeping. On Thursday morning police were called to an address on Huron Street. Residents had awakened to discover their home was entered overnight and property including two phones, debit cards and a distinctive NASCAR jacket had …

Arrested for False Fire Alarm; Breaching Probation

A Guelph man faces charges after pulling a fire alarm at City Hall Friday morning. Just after 9:30 a.m. a male was involved in a verbal altercation with city staff. As he left the building the male activated the fire alarm. He was located nearby and placed under arrest. A search revealed a quantity of …

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Woman Struck by Beer Bottle at Downtown Business

A Barrie man was arrested Friday night after a woman was struck by a thrown beer bottle inside a downtown Guelph business. Approximately 11:35 p.m. the 19-year-old victim was sitting at a table with friends inside a licensed establishment when she was struck in the head by a bottle thrown by a male on the …

Man Repeatedly Slashed with Knife Downtown Guelph

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after a Kitchener man reported being slashed with a knife in Guelph early Sunday. Just after 4 a.m. a police officer was approached by an injured man near Gordon Street and Waterloo Avenue. He was observed to have two slashes across his abdomen as well as a cut on …

Barn Fire Near Alma Claims 40 Cows

A devastating fire destroyed a barn northeast of Drayton on Sunday morning, killing approximately 40 cows. The fire occurred near the intersection of 14th Line and Sideroad 17 in Mapleton Township. Firefighters received the call just before 9 a.m. on Dec. 29. Deputy Fire Chief Callise Loos stated in a press release that the barn …

Eroding Trust: The Struggles of Legacy Media

In any healthy democracy, the role of local media is to serve as a watchdog, to question authority, and to provide balanced, unbiased reporting that reflects the diverse perspectives of the community it serves. However, some local media outlets in our city appear to fall short of this fundamental responsibility. A close examination reveals a …

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the Rotary Club of Guelph

Ring in 2025 at Riverside Park with the Rotary Club of Guelph’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration. This family-friendly event is packed with fun activities and a dazzling fireworks display to welcome the New Year. Event Highlights Spectacular Fireworks: Enjoy a breathtaking fireworks show starting at 8:00 PM, proudly sponsored by Tim Hortons. The display …