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• Waterloo Regional Police Reported Activity Maps (Updated May 2012)
  You can view the most recent crime maps here (June 1 to 16, 2010) Although no community remains completely without crime, the cities and townships of Waterloo Region remain among the safest in Ontario. Waterloo Regional Police Service is committed to w…
• We Just Sent Out Our Email Newsletter – Did you get yours?
  The latest edition of Tracey and Robert's email newsletter was delivered recently to our clients and friends. View the online version of the newsletter here: Living in Kitchener-Waterloo. You can subscribe to our newsletter below.   Subscribe…
• Outdoor Water Use in Waterloo Region - When Can I Water my Lawn?
  During the heat of the summer our lawns often need to be watered. The Region of Waterloo has an outdoor water use by-law that comes into effect when there is a drought or when drinking water storage runs low. Here is a PDF outlining the by-law: Water U…
• House Values in Downtown Kitchener (Cherry Street)
  We recently did some calculations in answer to a website visitor's inquiry about the value of homes in the area of Cherry Street in Kitchener (Downtown Kitchener). Here is what we found:   The criteria that we used was: . ¾ km radius of the interse…
• How much does gas cost in Kitchener Waterloo?
  Whether it's the time of year or world events... gas prices seem to be on the rise again. Here is a website that claims to predict tomorrow's gas price today... a great idea if it works! They have quite a bit of detail on the "Tomorrow's Gas Price Toda…
• Open House Hours at Reflections at Laurelwood
  Open House in Laurelwood (Waterloo)  600 Laurelwood Drive, Waterloo ON Laurelwood Commons Plaza) Saturday and Sunday, 1:00pm to 5:00pm
• Find Out Which SCHOOL Your Children Will Attend - Waterloo Region District School Board - Waterloo Catholic District School Board
  The school boards in the Kitchener Waterloo area have an excellant website for families moving to Waterloo Region. It includes information about the individual schools, the areas served by each school and the transportation services that are available.
• Just Listed! 524 Beaver Creek Crescent in Laurelwood (Waterloo)
  Tracey and Robert have just listed the property for sale at 524 Beavercreek Cr. in the Laurelwood neighbourhood of Waterloo. More information about this Laurelwood / Waterloo townhouse is available at: Full listing: Realtor.ca/PropertyDetails Mobile…
• What I love about the LAURELWOOD Neighbourhood!
  When I bought my house in Laurelwood about 10 years ago, it was among the first built on the block in a new section of the neigbourhood. I confess I was, at the time, largely attracted by the affordability of the home compared to some other new construct…
• UPDATED! - Doing Big and Small Things in Waterloo Region
  This is a great video produced by Ken Ogasawara and Jonathan Steckley at MCC Ontario in Kitchener. These folks have done a very engaging little video on energy conservation. Congratulations Ken and Jonathan! They have entered the video in a contest at…
• How to use a Roundabout - Region of Waterloo
  Since 2004, roundabouts have been an important part of our roadway landscape in Waterloo Region. These circular intersections improve road safety, manage increased traffic demand, and help improve air quality by eliminating unnecessary stops and idling.…
• House Values in Laurelwood (Beavercreek Rd. & Laurelwood Dr. in Waterloo) August 2011
  We recently did some calculations in answer to a website visitor's inquiry about the value of homes in the area of Beaver Creek Road in Waterloo (the Laurelwood neighbourhood). Here is what we found:   Criteria: . 1 km radius of the intersection of…
• JUST SOLD! LaMarche Condo Apartment
  Tracey and Robert have sold the 1460 square foot apartment condo at 165 Duke Street East in Downtown Kitchener (The LaMarche Building). More information about this listing: 165 Duke St. E.
• Waterloo Region Development Map
  Here is link to a really great Google map of Waterloo Region. This Waterloo Region Development Map contains the locations (and often links with information) for a large collection of development sites. The blue icons mark sites currently under constructi…
• Check on Your Transit Route - Google Transit is Available in Kitchener-Waterloo
  You can now use Google to plan a trip using public transportation in our local area. You can find an explanation of the service here: Ride smarter. Plan your public transportation online. The service includes both the Grand River Transit Service and the…
• Waterloo Regional Police Crime Maps Available Online
  Although no community remains completely without crime, the cities and townships of Waterloo Region remain among the safest in Ontario. Waterloo Regional Police Service is committed to working toward a safer community through enforcement and education.…
• Progress at the Reflections at Laurelwood Construction Site
  Activity has begun at 776 & 778 Laurelwood Drive in Waterloo. Sales have been very strong at the Sales Centre for the Reflections at Laurelwood Apartment Condominium project. The 50% sold mark was past a while back and the site is now being prepare…
• A Recent Video Update of Construction at the New Library in Laurelwood (Waterloo) April 2011
  Construction of the newest branch of the Waterloo Public Library is well underway. The "John M. Harper Branch Library" will be located at the corner of Fischer-Hallman Road and Laurelwood Drive in the Laurelwood neighbourhood. The new building will also…
• Habitat for Humanity–Celebrating our 25th Anniversary
  At Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty we proudly celebrated our 25th Anniversary Year by sponsoring our third Habitat for Humanity Home in Kitchener-Waterloo.
• Update on the New Public Library in Laurelwood (Waterloo)
  Construction of the newest branch of the Waterloo Public Library is well underway. The "John M. Harper Branch Library" will be located at the corner of Fischer-Hallman Road and Laurelwood Drive in the Laurelwood neighbourhood. The new building…