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Brant skaters shine at 73rd annual Flashing Blades

Brant Figure Skating Club (BFSC) held its...

National pairs champion fulfills goal of being an Olympian

Ever since he watched the Vancouver Winter...

Accomplished journalist looks back at multi-decade career

Before retiring in 2016, Allen Pizzey's career...

Popular eatery opens new location in Brantford

Since starting with a single food trailer in 2014 and expanding to 50 locations, Shelby’s Legendary Shawarma has become a popular eatery offering a menu of Middle Eastern meal options, including their shawarma wraps and shawarma poutine.      Parth Patel, who is the new business development...

Brant OPP recover $1 million in stolen equipment

Brant County OPP provided an update regarding the execution of a search warrant conducted on September 9, 2026. As a result of the ongoing investigation, officers have recovered a total of 62 pieces of...

Bulldogs acquire Carson Andrew from Greyhounds

Brantford Bulldogs President of Hockey Operations &  General Manager Spencer Hyman today announced the acquisition of forward Carson  Andrew from the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds in exchange for LDN 4th ’28 & BAR...

Culture Days brings art to life in Downtown Paris

The Grand Gallery in Paris helped kick off Culture Days with several activities taking place inside Rebel and Royal on Sunday, September 20, 2026.  Rubyyy Jones of Big Cityyy Arts, who has been running the pop-up...

Laurier hosts inaugural Hawk Talk event

More than 40 people attended the launch of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Brantford campus’ new Hawk Talk and Trivia Night series on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The series aims to offer accessible, intellectually engaging experiences...

Blandford-Blenheim to receive 84 CO smoke alarms

Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council received news that the community will receive 84 Kidde Canada combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms during its regular meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Fire Chief Drew Davidson, Director...

Teddy Bear Picnic to return to Stedman Community Hospice

The community is being invited to attend the fourth annual Teddy Bear Picnic at the Stedman Community Hospice gardens on Sunday, October 4, 2026.  Organizer Patty Sager said the rain or shine event will feature a...

Blandford-Blenheim residents weigh in on budget priorities

Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council received the results of Oxford County’s 2027 budget consultation survey during the regular Council meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.  The county-wide online budget survey was open from June and the end of August and received 107 responses from Blandford-Blenheim residents,...

County residents invited to meet election candidates

County of Brant Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Brant County Federation of Agriculture to host a 2026 municipal election Meet the Candidates Forum on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. With residents set to soon elect a new mayor, ward councillors and school board trustees,...

Yuk Yuk’s coming to Brantford for inaugural show

Brantford is getting its first taste of a brand-new Yuk Yuk's comedy series, with the inaugural show landing at the Marriott Brantford on Friday, October 2nd. Doors open at 7pm, with the show...

Brant County OPP Crime Wrap for September 23, 2026

Driver arrested during RIDE stop in Brant County members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) TIME Team and Patrol officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program on Big Creek Road near Pauline Johnson...

Kicking off the fall season at St. George Apple Fest

The village of St. George threw a lively celebration for the arrival of harvest season during its 42nd annual Apple Fest, which was held on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026. Thousands of locals...

Art takes centre stage at Glenhyrst Gallery

Glenhyrst Art Gallery hosted its annual Grand River Arts Festival on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, 2026.   Now in its fourth year, Glenhyrst Gallery Director Ana Olson, said that while many communities...

Kevin Davis appointed Conservative by-election candidate

Kevin Davis, current Mayor for the City of Brantford, was appointed as the Conservative candidate for the Brantford-Brant South federal by-election during a rally in Brantford on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Party leader Pierre...

Brantford man charged with arson after Italian flag burned at restaurant

Brantford residents are expressing shock and betrayal after a local act of generosity was met with violence. But they say the incident won’t stop them from spreading kindness. At Brantford’s Mercasa Little Italy Eatery, they’re still shaken...

Local aviation groups join forces to inspire flyers

Brantford’s local chapter of the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA), Flight 148, and the Ninety-Nines’ Maple Leaf chapter, hosted their second annual “Let’s Discover Aviation Now” event at the Brantford Municipal Airport on Saturday, September 19, 2026.  The event offers a free 20-minute introductory...

Hundreds support cancer research during Terry Fox Run

Over 150 people took part in the annual Terry Fox Run on Sunday, September 20, 2026. The annual event, which is held at the Steve Brown Sports Complex, and in support of cancer research through the Terry Fox Foundation raised $23,480 this year. Jack Tannetta, a...

Handing out sticks, skates and smiles at Cockshutt Park

Free Sports For Growth gave away sports equipment at Cockshutt Park on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Free Sports For Growth is a Brantford-based organization that is in their third year of collecting donated balls,...

Nearly 100 people take part in 2026 Grand Parade

Kiwanis Field was filled with smiles, cheers, memories and community spirit as more than 100 people walked together at The Grand Parade 2026, supporting the Grand River Council on Aging (GRCOA). The Grand Parade...

Lieb, Musa lead Bulldogs to victory in home opener

 Brantford Bulldogs secured their first regular-season win against the Niagara Icedogs in an electric 3-1 victory.  With the Madhouse momentum on their side, Xavier Lieb (#17) captured the energy two minutes into the first period and...

Suspects identified in Henry Street restaurant fire

Members of the Brantford Police Service have identified the individuals involved in recent disturbance that resulted in property damage at a local restaurant. At approximately 1:45 p.m., September 16, 2026, two individuals reportedly entered...

BPS investigate break-in at local restaurant

Brantford police are asking for public help identifying those involved in relation to a break-in at a restaurant on Grand River Street Thursday morning. An officer was dispatched to the restaurant at around 7...

Brantford Police search for two stolen military medals

Brantford police are asking for the public’s help in locating historically significant military medals stolen during a residential break-in. On Tuesday at around 8:30 p.m., unknown suspects allegedly broke into a residence on Hardy Road near...

Former soccer pro focused on elevating local youth talent

From his early start in soccer to becoming a professional athlete, and then a respected coach operating a popular soccer academy in Brantford, Patryk Misik has continued to enjoy the many facets of a successful career. Misik, whose soccer journey started in Brantford, recalled his...

Six Nations Fall Fair a memorable success

The 157th annual Six Nations Fall Fair welcomed local residents and visitors from near and far during its run from Friday, September 11, through Sunday, September 13, 2026. Organized by the Six Nations Agricultural Society, the weekend-long affair featured a full schedule of activities for...

South Dumfries Sports Hall of Fame welcomes inductees

Nearly 100 people attended the County of Brant South Dumfries Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The County of Brant Sports Hall of Fame was created not only to...

Vintage cars and memories fuel Kinsmen Car Show

Brantford Kinsmen Club hosted its 51st annual Car Show and Swap Meet in Paris on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Throughout the event, several hundred drivers, passengers and spectators took the opportunity to check out...

Sanderson Centre to celebrate 40 years of restoration

Sanderson Centre for Performing Arts is kicking off its 2026-2027 season with a special open house celebrating the 40th anniversary of the historic theatre’s reopening on Friday, October 2, 2026. Opened as the Temple Theatre on...

Halloween festivities return to downtown Brantford

City of Brantford is gearing up for its annual Scare in the Square event, being held on Friday, October 2, from 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, October 3, from 1 to 10...

Brantford Police Service introduce new therapy dog

Brantford Police Service has now added a therapy dog to their department whose job is to bring comfort and joy to the staff. “North’s fantastic. So North’s a three-year-old black Lab Golden Retriever and...

17-year-old from Woodstock facing Stunt Driving charge

A member of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on King Edward Street west of Dumfries Street in the County of Brant after observing the suspect vehicle driving at an...

City of Brantford to host free tree giveaway event

City of Brantford is hosting a free tree giveaway event to help homeowners plant more trees and support climate action. A total of 265 free trees will be available for residents to plant on their residential property. Residents must register online and can select...

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