Music has always been an important part of Emmanuel Songsore’s life, seeing him realize his visions and creativity through over 15 albums, various musical collaborations and performances.
Songsore, who was born and grew up in Ghana and eventually moved to Brantford with his young...
Influenced at an early age by movies and music, Steve McGinnis quickly developed a love for drawing, eventually becoming an illustrator.
McGinnis, who was born and raised in Brantford and still makes a home...
Officers responded to a trail area near Grand River Avenue and Morrell Street after receiving a report of a disturbance involving two men at approximately 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2026,
Early...
Nearly 1,800 residents participated in the fifth annual Let’s Clean Our City community clean-up, including neighbourhood associations, organizations and schools.
Between Friday, April 16 and Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Brantford community collected an astounding...
A member of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Watts Pond Road in the County of Brant after observing a vehicle travelling at an excessive rate of...
The Eastern Conference Finals stage is set as the Bulldogs take on the Barrie Colts. With the Bobby Orr Trophy on the line, the Bulldogs enter the series looking to continue their dominant...
Nearly 120 people attended the George Rose Big Band’s Memories Concert at the T.F. Warren Cainsville Community Centre on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Specializing in the popular big band music of the early 1930s and mid...
City of Brantford held its annual Volunteer Recognition Celebration on Monday, April 20, 2026.
The event was held in partnership with the Brant Regional Association of Volunteer Administrators (BRAVA), and honoured the hardworking volunteers who dedicate their time to the greater community.
“Today, we gather to...
For those interested in the history of local communities, two Burford historical walking tours are being held on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Put on by local historian Clayton Barker, the first tour is set to take place from 10 a.m. to noon.
Those in attendance will...
Garden enthusiasts should mark their calendars as the Paris Horticultural Society will be hosting its annual plant sale at the Syl Apps Community Centre from 8:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, May 9,...
Several residents expressed their concerns for a proposed plan of subdivision at 492 East River Road in Glen Morris during a County of Brant Council meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
The item was...
County of Brant is launching a new Stormwater Management Funding Strategy and is inviting residents and businesses to learn more about the project and the County’s stormwater management system.
Stormwater is rain and melting snow that...
City of Brantford is inviting families to spend PA Days in a whole new way with the launch of Gen Connect, a new intergenerational program series designed to bring children and older adult...
David Bailey, Mayor for the County of Brant, issued a statement announcing that he will not be seeking a third term as Mayor when the municipal election rolls around on Monday, October 26,...
One person charged after indecent act investigation
Members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual following an indecent act investigation in Brant County.
On April 21, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Brant County...
Township of Blandford-Blenheim supported two proposed plans of subdivision and zone change applications for lands in Princeton during its regular Council meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
The first application for the plan of subdivision and zone change were in regards to lands located on...
Notes from the regular Council meeting, which was held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Staff Reports
Protective Services Department monthly report for March
The report, prepared by Drew Davidson, Director of Protective Services, provided the following update in regards to the activities of the Protective Services Department.
Princeton...
City of Brantford, in partnership with the Brantford Youth Council (BYC), is hosting a series of events and activities for youth in celebration of National Youth Week May 1 to 7, 2026. National...
Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) is taking proactive steps to ensure the safety of water enthusiasts who enjoy activities on local reservoirs and waterways. As part of its annual procedures, the GRCA has...
Brant Waterways Foundation annual May fundraising event, this year entitled “SOUTHWOOD SIP & SAVOUR” will take place on Thursday May 28, 5:30 - 10 pm at the new Southwood Estates venue overlooking the rolling farmland...
Brantford Sports Council hosted its 20th annual Sports Awards and Recognition ceremony at Wilfrid Laurier University’s Research and Academic Centre West on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Bill Harding, chair of the Brantford Sports Council...
Over 150 people attended the 11th annual County of Brant Community Tree Planting event at Rising Park in Glen Morris on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
With support from the Brant Tree Coalition, Brant Waterways...
The Ontario government is investing $57 million in Indigenous Institutes across the province, the largest single investment in Indigenous higher education in the province’s history.
This funding will create hundreds of new seats in labour...
Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) made its fourth quarter payment, totaling $1,102,466, to the City of Brantford for hosting Elements Casino Brantford.
During OLG’s fiscal year (April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026), Brantford has received $4,718,169. Since the gaming site opened in November 1999, Brantford...
Brantford police are investigating a fire they have deemed suspicious in the area of Mount Pleasant and Conklin roads.
At approximately 3:36 p.m., authorities responded to reports of a barn fire. Upon arriving on scene, they found a large wooden barn fully engulfed in flames.
Once...
Brantford police said a person has died after being struck by a car near the intersection of Market and Darling Streets early on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Officers said the crash happened at around...
In the last several years, the St. George Business Association has continued to focus on business advocacy while hosting a variety of events and initiatives, involving the community, and helping drive economic growth...
Brantford Police have arrested and charged an individual following a disturbance that escalated to the brandishing of a weapon.
Officers responded to reports of a disturbance between two individuals in the area of Oxford Street and...
Nearly 1,000 Grade 5 students and teachers from various public, catholic and private schools across the City of Brantford and the County of Brant, made their way to the Burford Fairgrounds for the...
With National Volunteer Week 2026 taking place from April 19 to April 25, it’s the perfect time to recognize the volunteers across Canada and throughout the region. Those who dedicate their time in...
Over 200 people attended the County of Brant Public Library’s One Book One Brant author event at the TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Now in its 21st year, One Book...
Brantford Bulldogs entered a delayed Game 4 at the Boart Longyear Memorial Gardens in North Bay on Wednesday evening with an opportunity to record their second straight sweep of the 2026 OHL Playoffs, holding a commanding 3-0 series following Ben Danford’s double overtime heroics in Game...
