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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Brant skaters shine at 73rd annual Flashing Blades

Brant Figure Skating Club (BFSC) held its...

National pairs champion fulfills goal of being an Olympian

Ever since he watched the Vancouver Winter...

Accomplished journalist looks back at multi-decade career

Before retiring in 2016, Allen Pizzey's career...

Hundreds of children attend annual Burford Easter Hunt

Despite the weather, over 200 children attended the Burford and District Optimist Club’s annual Easter egg hunt at the Burford Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 4, 2026.  While the free event, which has been running for over 30 years, was moved indoors due to the rain,...

Blandford-Blenheim receives Development Charges report

Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council received the 2025 Development Charges Annual Report during its regular meeting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The report, which is required under the provisions of the Development Charges Act, was...

Whitby man facing seven charges, including Assault

Officers with the Brantford Police Service received a call to report an intimate partner related assault and were dispatched to attend a Rawdon Street residence at approximately 5:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 5,...

Children’s Safety Village provides a hopping good time

Over 700 Brantford-Brant residents attended the Children’s Safety Village of Brant’s fifth annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Throughout the free event, excited youngsters explored the miniature-sized town and participated in various Easter...

Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council Notes

Notes from the regular Council meeting, which was held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Staff Reports 2026 Gravel Tender Results The report, prepared by Jim Borton, Director of Public Works, asked that Council accept a tender...

Brantford Police seize nearly $10,000 in illegal drugs

while conducting general foot patrol, officers with the Brantford Police Service Downtown Core Engagement Response Team observed a male in possession of illegal drugs in the area of Market Street and Dalhousie Street...

Bulldogs advance to second round of OHL playoffs

Brantford Bulldogs advanced to the second round of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) playoffs after defeating the Sudbury Wolves 2-1 in game four of their opening round series on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Brantford played well...

Brantford Police Service investigating fatal shooting

Members of the Brantford Police Service are actively investigating after officers were called to a report of a shooting in the area of Erie Avenue and Gladstone Avenue. Officers responded to the area of Erie Avenue and Gladstone Avenue after receiving a report of a shooting...

Police investigate sudden deaths at Brantford residence

Members of the Brantford Police Service are investigating after officers were called to an Obediah Crescent residence. At approximately 5:15 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, 2026, officers responded to a call for service. Upon arrival, officers located a 32-year-old woman and her 2-year-old son inside...

Local academy trains with Spanish soccer program

The Evolution (EVO) Soccer Academy had the opportunity to travel to Spain and train with the Club Atlético Osasuna’s youth academy from March 15 to March 22, 2026. After arriving, the club quickly became...

Craftsman turns passion for woodworking into successful career

For over two decades, Mark Aniol has established himself as a successful craftsman, owning multiple businesses, and focused on delivering custom pieces as well as leading renovation projects that align with his customers’...

Three people arrested after stolen property investigation

Six Nations Police executed a Section 487 Criminal Code Search Warrant at a residence on Onondaga Road and Third Line on Friday, March 27, 2026. The search warrant was granted in relation to stolen property. The suspect involved was...

Two arrested after Six Nations Police recover stolen vehicle

Six Nations Police located a vehicle that was reported stolen in the area of Third  Line and Mohawk Road at approximately 1:45 p.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026. As police arrived on scene the stolen...

County firefighters raise $2,152 for Stedman Hospice

Around 170 people hit the stands to watch a large group of County of Brant volunteer firefighters duke it out on the ice in support of Stedman Community Hospice on Sunday, March 29,...

Ella Haley sworn in as Ward 5 County councillor

Ella Haley formally assumed her position as the new County of Brant Ward 5 Councillor during the regular Council meeting on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Haley won the seat during a by-election on Monday, October 20,...

Brantford man arrested following alleged threat

Police have arrested a 31-year-old Brantford man after an alleged threat of assault involving a weapon. At approximately 4:20 a.m. March 27, officers arrived on scene – leading to an interaction with police. Brantford police did not provide more details on the interaction. The man was taken...

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