The second annual Iceman Cup returned to Brantford’s TD Civic Centre on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
The charity hockey tournament was designed to shine a light on the life and legacy of the late Jimmy “The Iceman” MacNeil while raising funds in support of Diabetes...
Township of Blandford-Blenheim celebrated the grand opening of the new Princeton Fire Station #81 with a ribbon cutting ceremony and community barbecue on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
The 9,800 square-foot facility features three specialized...
Six Nations of the Grand River 59th Elected Council has issued a statement following concerns from community members about a recently signed agreement with the City of Brantford.
The statement, released Thursday, August 20,...
Brantford’s municipal election field is now set after the nomination period officially closed on Friday, August 21, 2026.
Residents will be heading to the polls to elect a new mayor, their ward councillors and school board...
Thousands attended this year’s Paris Drinks Fest as the event returned to Two Rivers Stadium.
Tim Des Islets, organizer of the show, said there was a higher turnout, with more attendees and newer vendors.
"This...
The Hip Experience, billed as Canada’s ultimate Tragically Hip tribute band, entertained crowds during HipFest on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
The event marked the first year for HipFest, with the band Backburner as the...
Rec Room Revival was the featured act during the Music in the Park event on Sunday, August 15, 2026.
The monthly event, held at Chiefswood Park on Six Nations of the Grand River territory, has been...
Brantford area residents and officials backed the re-opening of the local jail under the new provincial bail reforms announced on Thursday, 6 August, 2026.
Michael Kerzner, Ontario’s Solicitor General, announced that the province is considering re-opening the jail as part of a $3 billion investment...
City of Brantford held a neighbourhood meeting about the new indoor turf sports facility on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Between 50 and 100 residents participated in the discussion and reviewed the project, which will include construction of an indoor dome to be built on the...
Brantford Kinsmen hosted its 16th annual Ribfest at Mohawk Park from Friday, August 7 through to Sunday, August 9, 2026.
The Kinsmen, who have been active in the Brantford-Brant area since 1941, had a...
Residents and long-time customers attended Maria’s Pizza’s third annual Maria’s West Fest in Brantford on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
The parking lot of the local restayrant was transformed into a celebration of food, family...
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The local NDP plan calls for an expansion of Go Rail to Brantford, linking Brantford to Aldershot as part of the Go Rail system, establishing a regular Go Bus service that...
In a career that included stops across multiple professional leagues, including the NHL, as well as playing for Team Canada, Paul Szczechura has always shown sheer determination, relentless dedication and a strong work...
Randy Solski has always been passionate about music, and over the years he has excelled as a talented multi-instrumentalist, live performer, songwriter and music producer/engineer.
Solski, who grew up in the Brier Park area...
Blandford-Blenheim Mayor Mark Peterson officially declared August 23, 2026, as Blandford-Blenheim Helping Hands Food Bank Day during the Township’s Council meeting on Wednesday, August 5.
The recognition comes after the community recently stepped up to help...
Brantford’s Gihekdagye Friendship Centre will celebrate the recent purchase of its building with a special grand opening event on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Also known as the Brantford Region Indigenous Support Centre (BRISC), Gihekdagye provides advocacy, as well as social, cultural and educational programming, to...
