
Kitchener: Violent threats trigger school lockdowns in Kitchener | June 17
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Kitchener News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire by The Local Wire
Jun 17, 2026
01:32
Episode notes
Kitchener authorities confirm violent threats led to school lockdowns and security upgrades after police clarified the incidents were swatting calls. The province and Waterloo Region appeal a court decision to remove a long-standing encampment, while a $48 million fraud case involving local businesses is detailed by police.