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Claire Scheffel revels on unforgettable Olympic experience

For Claire Scheffel, her experience at the...

City Council makes decision on sale of market-rent homes

City of Brantford Council officially came to...

Rob Davis reflects as sun sets on career with BPS

As Rob Davis’ tenure with Brantford Police...

Paralympic star driven to inspire communities through sport

Garrett Riley, who earned a silver medal with the Canadian Para ice hockey team at the 2022 Winter Paralympics, has continued to build awareness for parasports and the importance of sports in communities across Ontario. Riley, who was born and raised in Brantford, grew up...

Brant Road closed for six hours after two-vehicle collision

One person is facing Highway Traffic Act (HTA) charges after a two-vehicle collision on Brant Road in the County of Brant Thursday morning. Members from Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), County of Brant...

Fly through the sky during annual Discover Aviation Day

Brantford’s local airplane owners and pilots association, COPA 148, is gearing up for its annual Discover Aviation Day, held at the Brantford Municipal Airport, on Saturday, September 21, 2024.  During the event, up to...

Championing the entrepreneurial spirit of Brantford  

Local entrepreneur Jason B. Smale has established himself as a passionate business and community leader with a desire to see Brantford grow. Although he had a difficult upbringing, Smale would get into sports and eventually find...

Apple Fest to celebrate 40 years of sweet traditions

For those looking to enjoy some time in The Friendly Village, the annual St. George Apple Fest will again be held in the County of Brant on Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September...

Children race for glory and fun to round out the summer

The Brantford and District Labour Council (BDLC) hosted its 68th annual Soapbox Derby on Monday, September 2, 2024. Over 30 participants, ages five to 12-years-old, came out to be a part of the end...

Brant County OPP wrap-up for Labour Day weekend

18-year-old charged with Operation while Impaired  An 18-year-old from Brant County is facing charges after a concerned citizen contacted Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to report a traffic complaint in the County of Brant Sunday...

City Council requests resolution in Six Nations lawsuit

City of Brantford Council unanimously supported a request that a judge be assigned to a 1995 lawsuit between Six Nations of the Grand River and Canada’s Attorney General, during its Committee of the Whole, Operations meeting on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Mayor Kevin Davis’ resolution...

County seeks feedback on North of the Nith Master Plan

The County of Brant announced the development of a Trails and Open Space Master Plan for the "North of the Nith" area on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. This beautiful natural peninsula, located along the north side of the Nith River near Paris, spans over 200...

Brantford looking into home energy retrofit program

City of Brantford Council approved a staff recommendation to study the feasibility of a Home Energy Retrofit program during its Committee of the Whole, Operations meeting on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.  During the meeting,...

Brant County OPP charge 34-year-old dog owner

A dog owner has been charged following an investigation involving a dog bite. Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment and Brantford-Brant Emergency Medical Services responded to an animal complaint on...

Experiencing intricacy and beauty of RCMP Musical Ride

Thousands of guests from near and far experienced the precision of the RCMP Musical Ride during the 166th annual Paris Fair on Thursday, August 29 and Friday, August 30, 2024.  The spectacle featured 17 officers and...

Thousands indulge in family fun at 2024 Paris Fair

Thousands of people enjoyed a host of entertainment for all ages during the 166th annual Paris Fair, which ran from Thursday, August 29 through Monday, September 2, 2024. The long-awaited event kicked off on...

Chamber of Commerce hosts inaugural Summer Games

Nearly 40 people attended the County of Brant Chamber of Commerce’s Summer Games, which was held at the Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead, on Thursday, August 29, 2024. Sue Morton, Executive Director of the Chamber...

Bulldogs acquire Sabres prospect from Steelheads

Brantford Bulldogs acquired goaltender Ryerson Leenders, a Buffalo Sabres prospect, from the Brampton Steelheads in exchange for a series of OHL Priority Draft Selections.  Leenders, a native of Nanticoke, was originally selected by the Steelheads in...

Open Dialogue with Andy Straisfeld

Reject the Rise of Toxic Politics in Canada Canada has long prided itself on a political culture rooted in respect, tolerance, and civility. Yet, today, we are witnessing a disturbing shift in our political discourse, mirroring the toxic polarization we see south of the border....

Brant OPP charge Brantford man with Impaired Driving

A Brantford resident is facing charges following a traffic stop on Colborne Street East. A member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Brant Detachment, initiated a traffic stop with a passenger vehicle after it was found speeding on Colborne Street East in Brant County at...

Bulldogs sign 2023 draft pick to OHL contract

Brantford Bulldogs signed forward Parker Holmes, a 2023 OHL draft pick, to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement on Friday, August 30, 2024.  Holmes, of South Mountain, was originally selected in the seventh round,...

Claire Scheffel revels on unforgettable Olympic experience

For Claire Scheffel, her experience at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France was an unforgettable one. Scheffel, who, along with her artistic swimming teammates, were ready to represent Canada and build upon their successful...

Bell City Bike Night draws a crowd for show n’ shine

A variety of motorcycles rumbled into the second-to-last Bell City Bike Night of the season, held at the Brant Artillery Gunner’s Club, on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.  About 125 people and their 75 to 80 motorcycles...

Community leader dedicated to growing cricket in Brantford

After moving from Mississauga to Paris, Ontario in 2022, Rajesh Prasad realized an opportunity to grow cricket in Brant County, a sport he is truly passionate about. Prasad quickly sought, built, and fostered various...

Preparing to “tea” off for Participation Support Services

Participation Support Services is inviting the public to join in for its annual golf tournament at Burford Golf Links on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. and golfers will kick...

City Council makes decision on sale of market-rent homes

City of Brantford Council officially came to a decision about a collection of city-owned market-rent homes during its regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. The resolution in question initially called to sell off...

Ohsweken resident facing child pornography charges

Six Nations Police Service, with the assistance of OPP Digital Forensic Technicians, have charged a person following an investigation into child pornography offences.   As a result of investigation, Police charged a 58-year-old resident of Ohsweken with possession of child pornography.  The accused has been held in custody and is...

Local municipalities accelerate affordable housing initiatives

City of Brantford and the County of Brant are implementing new strategies to increase and expedite affordable housing inventory, recognizing that it is increasingly difficult for potential home buyers and renters to find affordable options, Consistent with direction provided by the Mayors’ Housing Partnership Task Force...

Brant County OPP offer back to school safety tips

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Brant Detachment, wishes to provide several safety tips in an effort to ensure children in our community have a safe, healthy, and happy school year. Parents and guardians must...

Brant County OPP investigating serious collision

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Brant Detachment, responded to a report of a serious collision involving a passenger vehicle and a motorcycle on Colborne Street East, Brant County at approximately 6:25...

County delegations advocate for local and shared issues

With files from Lukas Oakley County councillors, John Bell, Jennifer Kyle, John MacAlpine, and Lukas Oakley, along with staff members Phil Mete, General Manager of Community Services and Alysha Dyjach, General Manager of Development Services, attended...

Brantford hosts inaugural provincial FOCUS conference

The Community Sports Councils of Ontario (CSCO) hosted the inaugural FOCUS on the Future 2024 Conference on Friday, August 23 and Saturday, August 24, 2024. Held in partnership with the Brantford Sports Council and...

Brantford Police seek to identify robbery suspect

Brantford police are investigating the robbery of a gas station and are seeking information from the public to help identify the suspect. Members of the Brantford Police Service responded to a report of a...

BSIM dedicated to embracing the musical side

Originally organized in 1931 as the Brantford Boys’ Band, the Brantford School of Instrumental Music (BSIM) has been known for providing band and orchestral experiences, affordable music lessons and community performances, for decades.  Deb McLoughlin, an...

Local musicians charm crowd during Symphony Under the Stars

Over 100 guests attended the Brantford Community Symphony Orchestra’s annual Symphony Under the Stars performance at the Bell Homestead on Friday, August 23, 2024.  The local and out-of-town visitors were sure to arrive early for a chance to secure their spot and set out their...

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