This week in Kitchener and beyond, tragic and uplifting stories have captured attention. Five children were killed in a devastating crash in Mapleton Township, prompting a safety blitz by Ontario Provincial Police. In a heartwarming turn, a dog saved a family from a fire, and a Guelph boy received new hope. Other top stories include a Brampton home invasion double shooting, a fatal crash on Highway 401 and 412, and a motorcyclist airlifted after an Abbotsford crash. Vancouver hosted a World Cup match between Australia and Turkey. Calgary's water-main break response faced scrutiny. A man behind an Alberta separation billboard said a town wants it removed. Highway 417 work near Pinecrest is scheduled to finish June 22. Showers continued but heat subsided in the capital on Sunday. Police intercepted a car driving toward pedestrians near Angrignon Park, with gunshots heard and two suspects fleeing. An 89-year-old Quebec tailor has no plans to retire. Farm-fresh food is available in Strathcona County. A West Edmonton community built an accessible park for a student. A Nova Scotia family feels overwhelmed by household debt. Halifax's old library and Delmore Daye's former home will be discussed at council. A North End block party was cancelled over safety concerns. Manitoba homeowners were stunned to find storm flooding not covered by insurance. The Roughriders opened their Grey Cup defense with a comeback win over the Lions. Support for the LGBTQS+ community was shown at the annual Queen City Pride Parade. The mother of a teen who died at Puslinch Lake broke her silence after the offender's latest escape. Major changes to auto insurance benefits take effect July 1. Town revitalization was celebrated in Biggar, Saskatchewan. A dispensary possibly linked to a fatal overdose in Garden River shut down during an investigation. Grand Bend bridge work is a week behind schedule, reopening in July. A car slammed into a hydro pole, closing Wharncliffe Road south. Three women were seriously injured after a crash in north Barrie. Police are searching for a man in an alleged sexual assault case at the Canadian Open. One person was taken to hospital after a Kingsville crash. A historic South Walkerville park could receive heritage recognition. A new park space is coming to Colwood as the Beachlands development moves forward. A former pro hockey player said his greatest accomplishment was not a record-breaking goal. Albertans who signed petitions shared their thoughts on the separation referendum. Five children killed in Mapleton Township was described as an unimaginable loss. The U.K. detained a sanctioned oil tanker believed to be linked to Russia's shadow fleet. Who was Niño Guerrero, the alleged drug kingpin killed by the U.S. in Venezuela? In politics, Carney received a warm welcome while visiting his family's ancestral home in County Mayo. Canada's immigration minister insisted the country won't capitulate to Trump on a social media ban. Capital Dispatch covered Canada's bridge drama with the U.S. In business, Air Canada and its unionized workers reached a tentative deal. Retailers like Ikea are going big on small stores. Telecoms are boosting cellular networks during the World Cup with COWs and antennas. In health, doctors in England are looking to move to Canada amid labour unrest. A researcher found 13 ticks in one hour as Canada deals with early cases. Senior doctors are considering leaving the U.K. for Canada. In entertainment, Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic, died at 100. Trump's DOJ approved the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger, with potential state lawsuits looming. A Bruce Springsteen museum is set to open in New Jersey. In sports, Japan's tidiness at the World Cup was highlighted. Canadian players could be picked for the PWHL draft. Mayhem marred euphoria as New York City celebrated the Knicks' first championship in 53 years. In lifestyle, the world wants more high-protein products, but there's not enough whey. Gen Zers are more risk-averse, experts say, ruining their dating lives. As UFOs go mainstream, the jury is out on what alien life might mean for religion. In climate and environment, a submersible ride revealed a vast whale graveyard. Canada's summer forecast was discussed after a cooler, wetter spring. Storm threat shifted into the East after tornadoes killed 3 and leveled homes in the central U.S. In sci-tech, humans prefer to walk counter-clockwise, scientists found, but no one knows why. Apple's big Siri update is here. The strongest influence on children's brains may not be what many expect. Shopping trends included the best advent calendars for 2025, a Canadian shampoo that changed scalp and hair health, foolproof gifts for early holiday shopping, a smart laundry basket, Amazon Canada favorites, vacuum sealers, budget-friendly beauty dupes, products for damaged hair, Korean beauty skincare finds, and last-minute beauty discounts.
