New Hamburg Independent

Some of these children's products can fail and cause injuries, others have parts that can fall out and become a #chokinghazard.

"Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness."

Find out which restaurants in the region were cited for critical infractions!

Ever tried grilled cheese with some lobster, crisp pancetta, and aged brie? Check out this recipe by Toronto based chef and author of best-selling cookbooks, Mark McEwan.

Starting Tuesday, those 18 and older who have yet to receive a COVID-19 vaccine dose, will be able to book their first jabs. DETAILS HERE: https://bit.ly/2S1HrAk

What was your favourite trip you booked with Imagine Travel over the years?

Miss this one this? We'll be delving into the story next week with a follow-up look at the concerns being raised.

Resolved to be a vegan this year? Here's how to keep it up after "Veganuary."

"We’ve noticed that’s a desired flavour here, in all our barbecue. The sugar distinguishes our chicken from a lot of places in the U.S., says Tim Borys.

Want to drop a line this weekend or just looking for ANYTHING to do? (PS you can get your Ontario fishing license online in about 15 minutes now.)

BREAKING: Police are conducting a ground search near the Nith River in New Hamburg for a missing man.

A day after raising the possibility of a longer Christmas break for Ontario’s schools because of COVID-19, Education Minister Stephen Lecce says the government doesn’t see the need for such a move.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has ordered a product recall due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Waterloo region had its 123rd death in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic this past weekend.

Want to find out if you have COVID-19 antibodies? You can now do it at LifeLabs.

Organized public events and social gatherings are now limited to five people, down from a previous limit of 10, unless it is a wedding, funeral or religious service.

Health Canada is warning Canadians about toy products sold in Canada that could pose a choking hazard and have now been recalled.

The Grand River Conservation Authority has scheduled an emergency meeting over recent provincial policy changes it says could remove or significantly hinder the organization’s authority.

The violent crime rate in Waterloo region is the highest in Ontario.

Do you agree? Are small businesses being unfairly targeted?

Communities have an obligation to address the adverse conditions that can lead to increased crime, writes Mike Farwell.

There's a promising new COVID-19 vaccine in the works. But how exactly will it work? Here are the answers, according to a University of Waterloo professor.

Sunday fun day: 'Significant' amount of snow expected on Sunday in the area.

Haven't gotten around to renewing your licence plate stickers? You still don't have to worry about it, as long as they expired after March 1.