After spending many years working in the corporate world as a creative marketing director, Hailey DeDominicis has been adjusting to her new career as a screenwriter.
The Brantford-born writer, who is now living in Paris, Ontario, had her first movie ‘Our Little Secret’ released on...
The students of 20 Performing Arts Academy, a new Brantford-Brant based musical theatre school for youth in Grades 6 to 12, officially wrapped up their production of FAME Jr. on December 7, 2024.
Brantford...
Nolan Ayres has established himself as a dominant force since first stepping out on the football field several years ago.
Ayres was first introduced to football by Steve Fergus, a coach with the Paris...
The Ontario government is taking measures, with new legislation, if passed, that will better protect community safety by providing municipalities and police with new resources and enforcement tools to address the growing problem of homeless...
Brantford Youth Council (BYC) hosted a Youth Mental Health Resource Fair on Friday, December 6, 2024.
The event was held to empower local youth to learn more about community resources available to support their...
Hundreds of residents bundled up for the annual Plattsville Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
The parade kicked off at the corner of Hume and Mill Street West before making its way onto...
Around 40 people attended a special ceremony to honour the late Terry General and his contributions to the Six Nations of the Grand River community on Monday, December 9, 2024.
The event, held by the Six...
One individual is facing several charges after a member with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment initiated a traffic stop Monday morning on Colborne Street West.
An officer with Brant County OPP initiated a traffic stop on Colborne Street West in the County...
Six Nations of the Grand River Elected Council (SNGREC), in partnership with Ontario Works and the Six Nations Food Bank, will host a Community Holiday Food Drive-Thru Giveaway to support working families in need during the holiday season on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
The event,...
Members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a reported break and enter at a business on Highlander Street in the County of Brant at approximately 12:43 p.m. on Sunday December...
In Canadian politics, language is a powerful tool that shapes public perception and influences discourse. Recently, the Conservative Party has taken to labeling the governing relationship between the other opposition parties and the...
Jersey Mike’s gave out hundreds of complimentary subs during its VIP event and ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, December 9, 2024.
Earlier this year, the American franchise, which boasts over 3,000 sub shops across the United...
Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) Foundation launched its annual Hope for Healthcare holiday campaign on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
This year’s campaign is focusing on the purchase of patient equipment and technology for...
Nearly 200 people attended Brantford Flying Club’s Santa Fly-In event at the Brantford Municipal Airport on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
While the club has hosted the event in the past, it's been around six...
County of Brant celebrated volunteers throughout the community during the second annual Volunteer Recognition ceremony on Thursday, December 5, 2024.
Awards were presented to 31 community groups and individual volunteers.
“Volunteers are the backbone of our communities,...
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Child Sexual Exploitation Unit, with the assistance of OPP Digital Forensics, Brant County OPP, West Region Criminal Operations, the Toronto Police Service, the Branford Police Service and several international policing partners, have arrested a Brant County resident following a prolonged...
The Shoebox Project for Women’s Haldimand-Norfolk-Brant (HNB) chapter officially wrapped up this year’s season of giving, which ran from Monday, November 11, to Friday, December 6, 2024.
The Shoebox Project for Women, which started in Toronto in 2011, is a not-for-profit charitable organization that collects...
Brantford Police Service held their inaugural Shop with a Cop event on Thursday, December 5, 2024.
The inaugural event paired ten local children, between the ages of nine and 13 with a Brantford police...
Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council approved, in-principle, a zone change application from the Tiffany Development Corporation for a Drumbo subdivision during the regular Council meeting on Wednesday, December 4, 2024
In regards to the location...
Paris Seniors Club 99 made a $3,000 donation to support the Wilkin Family Community Centre on Monday, December 9, 2024.
Established to provide a welcoming space for seniors to connect, socialize, and engage in recreational activities,...
Brantford Police officers were dispatched to attend a report of an altercation at a Market Street South address at approximately 11:55 p.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
Officers attended and located a male victim...
Notes from the regular meeting, which was held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.
Community Services monthly report for November
The report, prepared by Trevor Baer, the Township’s Director of Community Services, provided the following updates...
Marek Vanacker notched his 100th career OHL point as the Brantford Bulldogs defeated the Peterborough Petes 4-3 on Friday, December 6, 2024.
The Bulldogs spent the first six-plus minutes of the game in their attacking zone,...
County of Brant Council chose to support the Special Olympics Ontario 2025 Provincial Summer Games after local Special Olympics participants, as well as members from the Games Organizing Committee attended the November 26 Council meeting to present information on the Games and ask for...
Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, released a letter that was sent to 12 Mayors from municipalities across the province on Thursday, December 5, 2024. In the letter, Premier Ford addresses the homelessness issues facing Ontarians, as well as the controversial Notwithstanding Clause.
"Dear Mayors:
Thank you...
County of Brant Council approved their Climate Action Plan during their regular meeting on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.
This comprehensive plan serves as a roadmap to guide the County toward a greener, healthier,...
For over 20 years, Present Times has provided the Brantford area with a unique retail experience through strong customer service, offering unique gift ideas and championing local businesses and their products.
Originally opened...
After four years of success at the University of Guelph’s women’s rugby program, Maddy Ryan is looking to help the team become a national champion.
Ryan, who pursued rugby as her main sport, was originally following...
A concerned citizen called 911 to report a single motor vehicle collision in the area of Kiwanis Way and Glenwood Drive at approximately 3:10 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
It was reported that...
Grand Erie District School Board (GEDSB) released a statement regarding the ongoing behaviour of Trustee Carol Ann Sloat on Thursday, December 5, 2024.
In the statement, the Board said it will seek leave...
The City of Brantford, in partnership with the Laurier Hub for Community Solutions and the Brantford Immigration Partnership, will be hosting the fourth iteration of the seasonal Pieces 4 Peace series on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from...
Members of the Brant County OPP are investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision involving a pedestrian on Highway 403.
Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment, along with Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services, responded to a collision between a tractor-trailer and a pedestrian on...