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Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Connecting fans and athletes through sports memorabilia

Since starting CW Sports Memorabilia ten years...

Honouring survivors of the former Mohawk Institute

Hundreds of residents and out-of-town visitors gathered...

Duck Derby gives Paris something to quack about

Hundreds of residents flocked to the Rotary...

Community support shines at Stedman Teddy Bear Picnic

Community members enjoyed a sunny afternoon playing in the Stedman Community Hospice gardens during the fourth annual Teddy Bear Picnic on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Organized by Patty Sager and volunteers, the free event was designed as a fun afternoon for families of all ages,...

Meet the Mayoral candidates for the City of Brantford

With the 2026 Municipal Election less than three weeks away, the Brant Beacon reached out to the candidates running for Mayor in the City of Brantford. Candidates were asked to answer questions regarding...

Meet the Mayoral candidates for the County of Brant

With the 2026 Municipal Election less than three weeks away, the Brant Beacon reached out to the candidates running for Mayor in the County of Brant. Candidates were asked to answer questions regarding...

Halloween hijinks take over Harmony Square

A couple thousand Brantford-Brant residents attended the 18th annual Scare in the Square event in Harmony Square on Friday, October 2 and Saturday, October 3, 2026. A long-standing fall tradition, Lori-Dawn Cavin, Manager of Community Recreation...

Creativity commands the stage at Paris fashion gala

Attendees were treated to a showcase of colour, storytelling and style during the Other Paris Fashion Week Evening Gala on Saturday, October 23, 2026.  The third annual event featured a runway show, wearable art...

Checking in on Brantford’s feathered friends

A dozen Brant for Nature members and supporters rolled up their sleeves to help maintain local bird boxes on Saturday, October 3, 2026.  Gathering at the New Forest in the City Natural Area in...

Meet the Mayoral candidates for Blandford-Blenheim

With the 2026 Municipal Election less than three weeks away, the Brant Beacon reached out to the candidates running for Mayor in the Township of Blandford-Blenheim. Candidates were asked to answer questions regarding relevant election...

Brantford Dairy Queen raises funds for sick children

Brantford’s Dairy Queen raised $30,228.69 for McMaster Children’s Hospital on Miracle Treat Day on Friday, October 2, 2026. Ken and Tammy Breau, owners of the King George Road location, along with directors of operations Taylor and Avery Breau, presented cheques on Friday morning to Milaina...

Provincial grant assists Paris Port Dover Pipe Band

Paris Port Dover Pipe Band received a $158,600 provincial grant on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Awarded in March of 2025, the three-year Grow Grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation will be used for funding teaching programs, workshops, and technology for the band. “Without this funding, we...

Brantford Police arrest two youth after weekend stabbing

Brantford Police Service have arrested two youths for a stabbing that resulted in two victims receiving serious injuries.  Officers with the Brantford Police Service received a report of a stabbing in the area of...

OPP search for man wanted in Brant County business theft

Provincial police in Brant County are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man allegedly connected to a theft at a local business. Police did not specify what business was robbed or its...

One person killed after multi-vehicle collision

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal three-vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 24 North (Brant Road) in the County of Brant Brant County OPP officers, along with Brant County Fire Services...

City unveils breast and prostate cancer awareness bus

City of Brantford unveiled its fully wrapped Brantford Transit bus dedicated to promoting breast and prostate cancer awareness and encouraging residents to prioritize early detection and regular screening on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Inspired...

Connecting fans and athletes through sports memorabilia

Since starting CW Sports Memorabilia ten years ago, Charles Warburton has continued to blend his passion for hockey, photography, and collecting sports memorabilia into a thriving business while forging a reputation for offering...

Honouring survivors of the former Mohawk Institute

Hundreds of residents and out-of-town visitors gathered at the Woodland Cultural Centre (WCC) and former Mohawk Institute Residential School to observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The Mohawk Institute was...

Duck Derby gives Paris something to quack about

Hundreds of residents flocked to the Rotary Satellite Club of Paris’ second annual Duck Derby on Saturday, September 26, 2026.  The event, held at Paris Lions Park, featured a whole lineup of free activities for young families including face painting, colouring stations, bubbles and temporary...

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