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Friday, September 22, 2023

Thousands attend 39th annual St. George Apple Fest

St. George officially kicked off harvest season with the intoxicating smell of kettle corn and apple goods during the 39th annual Apple Fest on Saturday, September 16 and Sunday, September 17, 2023. Jean Tucker, the event’s festival coordinator, said that she was thrilled with this...

Merchandise stolen from local equipment business

Brantford business, Fen Industrial Inc., is looking for the public’s help after a break-in occurred at its facility on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Jay Perry, Fen Industrial’s social media manager, said that sometime overnight,...

Rugby thrives in Brantford under president’s committed efforts

Since becoming President of the Harlequin Rugby Club in 2018, David McLean has continued to grow the sport within Brantford by managing a wide range of programs for all ages. "When it started it...

Award-winning director explores passion for storytelling through film

Multi-talented filmmaker Jessie Anthony knew from a young age what is wanted to do for the rest of her life and it involved telling stories. Anthony’s love of performing and storytelling started at home. “I remember...

Little Brown Cow owners devastated by driveway barricade 

Jenny Butcher and Wes Kuntz, local owners of the Little Brown Cow, were visibly upset as they watched concrete barriers being placed down to block one of their driveways on Wednesday, September 20,...

Trillium Way Housing development to be completed in spring of 2025

In March 2022, the City of Brantford and the County of Brant approved the creation of a new affordable housing build on Trillium Way in Paris, Brant, one of the collaborative projects being...

Brantford man wins over $80,000 playing Lotto 649

David Frame from Brantford won a LOTTO 6/49 second prize worth $81,071.80 in the August 30, 2023 LOTTO 6/49 draw. Frame, 55, said he’s been playing the lottery since he was of age to play, and this is his first big...

Lighting upgrades completed at Steve Brown Sports Complex

Michael Sullivan, Ward One Councillor for the City of Brantford, along with City of Brantford staff, as well as, Justin Bester, Ontario Trillium Foundation Volunteer, and Milan Novakovic, Executive Assistant and Senior Advisor for Will Bouma, MPP for Brantford-Brant, were on hand to celebrate...

Kinsmen Club of Brantford travels back in time with annual car show

Around 200 classic cars filled up the Paris Fairgrounds for the 48th annual Kinsmen Club of Brantford Annual Car Show and Swap Meet on Sunday, September 17, 2023.  Despite the threat of rain later in the afternoon, nearly 1000 drivers, passengers and spectators took the...

City of Brantford releases statement regarding protest

The City of Brantford was made aware, in advance, that a protest at Mohawk Park was planned to take place on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. To ensure all participants’ safety, the City coordinated...

One person dead after car fire in the County of Brant

The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a single motor vehicle on fire on Cockshutt Road in Brant County at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Brant OPP...

Annual Let’s Get Moving Campaign to launch in October

The City of Brantford, and its community partners, will be launching the City’s sixth annual Let’s Get Moving campaign featuring a variety of free activities to encourage older adults to keep active throughout the month...

Brantford Bandits start new season on winning note

The Brantford Bandits kicked off their 2023-24 season with a 6-4 win over the Ayr Centennials during Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) action on Saturday, September 16, 2023. The Bandits started their season...

Brantford Police lay 51 charges during noise safety blitz

The Brantford Police Service Traffic Unit (BPS) continues to be focused on the enforcement of modified vehicles, noisy mufflers, and general driver safety.  BPS makes educating the public in safe driving practices and road...

Brantford gym offers safe space for women

While 64-year-old Tammara Lynch spent over 30 years in the insurance business, these days she dedicates her time to encouraging women to reconnect with health and fitness. Growing up, Lynch was always moving her body in...

Brant Library connecting older adults to the digital world

County of Brant Public Library will be connecting older adults to the digital world, equipping them with skills and confidence to navigate the digital landscape and explore countless opportunities for learning and growth this fall. Digitally Savvy sessions run from September to November, covering everything...

Brant County Health Unit COVID-19 update for Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Brant County Health Unit (BCHU) provided its weekly COVID-19 update on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Currently, there are 25 active cases with 18 new cases being reported in the last seven days. Currently, there are five people hospitalized due to COVID-19. Since the pandemic began, BCHU...

Brantford celebrates another Healthy Aging Passport campaign

The City of Brantford celebrated another successful season of the 2023 Healthy Aging Passport, where over 1,000 older adults participated in 165 free programs that were offered by 22 community partners. Between June 1...

Brantford Police Service supporting Operation Clear Track

The Brantford Police Service is proud to be joining forces with law enforcement agencies across North America today for "Operation Clear Track," the single largest rail-safety law-enforcement initiative in North America.  Coordinated by Amtrak, Operation Lifesaver...