Kimberly de Jong : Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

George Rose Big Band honours past members

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...

Brantford honours volunteers at annual recognition event

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...

Burford walking tour to shine a light on history

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...

Upcoming Paris plant sale rooted in good deals

Garden enthusiasts should mark their calendars as the Paris Horticultural Society will be hosting its annual plant sale at the Syl Apps Community Centre...

Council hears concerns over Glen Morris development

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 supports two developments in Princeton

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,...

Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council Notes

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...

Brantford Sports Council hosts annual awards ceremony

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...

Volunteers plant 1,000 trees at Glen Morris park

Over 150 people attended the 11th annual County of Brant Community Tree Planting event at Rising Park in Glen Morris on Saturday, April 18,...

Students dig into agriculture at Bite of Brant event

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,...

Neighbourhood efforts highlight impact of local volunteers

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...

Linwood Barclay draws residents to Cainsville

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...

Tulips and Maple to celebrate Dutch-Canadian liberation

A new community event, titled Tulip and Maples: Dutch-Canadian Liberation Celebration, will be taking place in Brantford from April 30, to May 5, 2026. The...

Hike or Bike for Hospice just weeks away

Over 500 people are expected to participate in the 22nd annual Hike or Bike for Hospice on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The big event is...

Brant skaters shine at 73rd annual Flashing Blades

National pairs champion fulfills goal of being an Olympian

Accomplished journalist looks back at multi-decade career