KITCHENER As Waterloo Region gets hit with plenty of high temperatures and sun, cooling centres are being made available for those looking to beat the heat. On Saturday, temperatures in the area got as high as 31 degrees Celsius, while the Sunday forecast is calling for a high of 31 again, a humidex of 36, and a few clouds. In anticipation of the hot weekend, the Region of Waterloo has shared tips for beating the heat and made a number of cooling centres available across the area with locations and hours posted online. Facilities may have different rules to follow and COVID-19 measures in place.
New, renovated volleyball courts in store for Waterloo region
Six beach volleyball courts at Emerald Lake Waterpark will be renovated to include drainage and Olympic quality sand. The North Dumfries Community Complex is also getting three new outdoor volleyball courts with similar features.
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Volleyball courts at Emerald Lake waterpark.(Submitted by Paul Langan)
New and renovated volleyball courts are coming to the region.
Six beach volleyball courts at Emerald Lake Waterpark will be renovated to include drainage and Olympic quality sand.
The North Dumfries Community Complex is also getting three new outdoor volleyball courts with similar features.
KITCHENER Christmas is just around the corner, but with the COVID-19 pandemic still a serious threat in Waterloo Region, residents may still be seeking out testing over the holidays. Hours at the local testing sites will be reduced between Christmas and New Year s Day, but there are still options available. Here s where you can get tested and when over the holiday season.
St. Mary s COVID-19 Testing Clinic Located at 50 Bathurst Dr., Unit 1, Waterloo Testing will go on as normal throughout the holidays, with the exception of Christmas Day. Residents can book an appointment even for the same day for testing between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. seven days per week, including New Year s Day. Pre-registration opens each morning at 7 a.m.