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Ontario man accused of stealing water from town hydrants
Public utility workers noticed a water pull earlier this month that prompted police officers to investigate, leading them to a suspect vehicle and driver.
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Sweden Herald
· Jul 8, 2026
Härnösand residents told not to drink tap water after break-in at water facility
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Fark
· Jul 5, 2026
Man drinks only distilled water or rainwater, and only pure grain alcohol to protect his precious bodily fluids [Giggity]
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Toronto Sun
· Jul 9, 2026
Canadian accused of stealing, torturing Las Vegas flamingo pleads not guilty
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· Jul 3, 2026
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Related coverage for "Ontario man accused of stealing water from town hydrants": Medical Daily — If You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound, Your Risk of Heat Illness Is Higher This Summer. Sweden Herald — Härnösand residents told not to drink tap water after break-in at water facility. Fark — Man drinks only distilled water or rainwater, and only pure grain alcohol to protect his precious bodily fluids [Giggity]. Toronto Sun — Canadian accused of stealing, torturing Las Vegas flamingo pleads not guilty. Townhall — Former Governor Nominee Andrew Gillum Arrested on Drug Charges . ABC7 New York — Sewage spill in Yonkers prompts Hudson River health advisory