Ezra Avenue in Waterloo has been pretty quiet on St. Patrick's Day over the last two years. That may change with COVID-19 restrictions lifting. Regional police and city officials say they're prepared for any street parties similar to what we've seen in past years.
After two years of subdued celebrations, students are partying along Marshall Street as Ezra Avenue is heavily fenced off. Around 1 p.m., Marshall Street was also closed at Regina Street as the crowd continued to swell.
Strict fencing and dozens of security officers along Ezra Avenue has pushed students to take their St.Patrick's Day celebrations to the next street over, Marshall Street.
After two years of subdued celebrations, students are partying along Marshall Street as Ezra Avenue is heavily fenced off. Around 1 p.m., Marshall Street was also closed at Regina Street as the crowd continued to swell.