Like many youth throughout the community, Sydney Kipp enjoyed playing many sports, eventually sticking with and excelling at softball, and ultimately earning an opportunity to head down to play in the United States at Ursuline College.
Kipp, who was born and raised in Paris, played...
The Classic Vault Emporium has been a main stay in St. George’s core, appealing to visitors for four decades.
Originally an antique furniture retailer in the late 1980s and eventually evolving into a multi-faceted...
Jersey Mike’s Subs locations across Canada and their generous customers rallied to raise over $205,000 to help seven local hunger and children’s charities during the company’s 16th Annual “Month of Giving” in March.
The 21 Jersey Mike’s...
Bulldogs embarked on the second round of the OHL Playoffs on home ice at the TD Civic Centre, squaring off against the North Bay Battalion on Wednesday night.
The Bulldogs entered the matchup with plenty of...
Brantford’s Green Team is once again joining thousands of volunteers across Canada to participate in A Greener Future’s UNSMOKE Butt Blitz campaign, which runs from April 1 to 30, 2026.
A Greener Future is...
Brantford Symphony Orchestra (BSO) Book Fair Committee has been preparing for its upcoming annual book sale, which begins on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
This year, the book fair will once again be taking place...
From now until fall, those driving to and from Paris this spring should plan ahead and give themselves some extra traveling time.
While the next phase of the Downtown Dig is set to begin on Wednesday,...
With National Volunteer Week quickly approaching, the County of Brant is inviting residents to attend its inaugural Community Volunteer Fair on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
The event, which will take place at the Brant Sports Complex in Paris from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.,...
After a standoff with police, officers with the Brantford Police Service have arrested the suspect wanted for an April 4, 2026, stabbing.
At approximately 11:00 a.m. on April 8, 2026, the wanted man was located by police barricaded in a Marlene Avenue residence, refusing to...
Brantford Police said a 38-year-old Good Samaritan was shot and killed while intervening in an altercation on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
The shooting happened in the area of Erie and Gladstone avenues outside of...
County of Brant informed residents of temporary operational changes to fire services in Paris on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
The operational changes were made to ensure continued response efficiency during the Downtown Dig construction...
Despite the weather, over 200 children attended the Burford and District Optimist Club’s annual Easter egg hunt at the Burford Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
While the free event, which has been running for over...
Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council received the 2025 Development Charges Annual Report during its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
The report, which is required under the provisions of the Development Charges Act, was...
Officers with the Brantford Police Service received a call to report an intimate partner related assault and were dispatched to attend a Rawdon Street residence at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 5,...
Over 700 Brantford-Brant residents attended the Children’s Safety Village of Brant’s fifth annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
Throughout the free event, excited youngsters explored the miniature-sized town and participated in various Easter...
Notes from the regular Council meeting, which was held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Staff Reports
2026 Gravel Tender Results
The report, prepared by Jim Borton, Director of Public Works, asked that Council accept a tender for the supply, crushing, loading, weighing and placement of gravel along...
while conducting general foot patrol, officers with the Brantford Police Service Downtown Core Engagement Response Team observed a male in possession of illegal drugs in the area of Market Street and Dalhousie Street at approximately 3:50 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
The accused...
Brantford Bulldogs advanced to the second round of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) playoffs after defeating the Sudbury Wolves 2-1 in game four of their opening round series on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Brantford...
Members of the Brantford Police Service are actively investigating after officers were called to a report of a shooting in the area of Erie Avenue and Gladstone Avenue.
Officers responded to the area of Erie...
Members of the Brantford Police Service are investigating after officers were called to an Obediah Crescent residence.
At approximately 5:15 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026, officers responded to a call for service. Upon arrival, officers...
The Evolution (EVO) Soccer Academy had the opportunity to travel to Spain and train with the Club Atlético Osasuna’s youth academy from March 15 to March 22, 2026.
After arriving, the club quickly became...
For over two decades, Mark Aniol has established himself as a successful craftsman, owning multiple businesses, and focused on delivering custom pieces as well as leading renovation projects that align with his customers’...
Six Nations Police executed a Section 487 Criminal Code Search Warrant at a residence on Onondaga Road and Third Line on Friday, March 27, 2026.
The search warrant was granted in relation to stolen property. The suspect involved was...
Six Nations Police located a vehicle that was reported stolen in the area of Third Line and Mohawk Road at approximately 1:45 p.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026.
As police arrived on scene the stolen vehicle fled. Police located a second stolen vehicle and a male...
Around 170 people hit the stands to watch a large group of County of Brant volunteer firefighters duke it out on the ice in support of Stedman Community Hospice on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
The friendly faceoff featured Paris Fire Station #1 going head-to-head with...
Ella Haley formally assumed her position as the new County of Brant Ward 5 Councillor during the regular Council meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Haley won the seat during a by-election on Monday,...
Police have arrested a 31-year-old Brantford man after an alleged threat of assault involving a weapon.
At approximately 4:20 a.m. March 27, officers arrived on scene – leading to an interaction with police.
Brantford police...
After taking both games on home ice to open their Eastern Conference Quarterfinal series with a 2-0 lead, the Brantford Bulldogs took to the road for the first time in the post-season with Game 3...
Blenheim District Home and School Association is gearing up for its third annual Spring Dance, which will take place at the Drumbo the Agricultural Hall on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
The association, which is...
County of Brant Council received the 2025 Year in Review report during its regular council meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Presented by Halie Gilmore, Manager of Corporate Initiatives, the review provides a snapshot...
As Earth Week quickly approaches, the Brant Tree Coalition (BTC), with the help of Brant Waterways Foundation and the Grand River Conservation Area (GRCA), are gearing up for another year of community tree planting events...
Nearly 40 people took part in a Fight Ford protest in Brantford on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
The protest was one of around 30 taking place in municipalities across the province. From Thunder Bay to Ottawa, Timmins, London, Bowmanville, Toronto, Windsor, Niagara, Hamilton and more,...
