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Thursday, April 23, 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...

Composer and instrumentalist relishes in musical journey

Music has always been an important part of Emmanuel Songsore’s life, seeing him realize his visions and creativity through over 15 albums, various musical collaborations and performances.    Songsore, who was born and grew up in Ghana and eventually moved to Brantford with his young...

Illustrator continues to solidify reputation in horror genre

Influenced at an early age by movies and music, Steve McGinnis quickly developed a love for drawing, eventually becoming an illustrator. McGinnis, who was born and raised in Brantford and still makes a home...

Man facing Second Degree Murder after altercation

Officers responded to a trail area near Grand River Avenue and Morrell Street after receiving a report of a disturbance involving two men at approximately 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Early...

Residents take part in annual community clean-up

Nearly 1,800 residents participated in the fifth annual Let’s Clean Our City community clean-up, including neighbourhood associations, organizations and schools. Between Friday, April 16 and Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Brantford community collected an astounding...

Brant OPP charge truck driver with Stunt Driving

A member of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Watts Pond Road in the County of Brant after observing a vehicle travelling at an excessive rate of...

Bulldogs win game one of Eastern Conference final

The Eastern Conference Finals stage is set as the Bulldogs  take on the Barrie Colts. With the Bobby Orr Trophy on the line, the Bulldogs enter the  series looking to continue their dominant...

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 the popular big band music of the early 1930s and mid...

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 of Volunteer Administrators (BRAVA), and honoured the hardworking volunteers who dedicate their time to the greater community.  “Today, we gather to...

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 local historian Clayton Barker, the first tour is set to take place from 10 a.m. to noon.  Those in attendance will...

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 from 8:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, May 9,...

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 meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.  The item was...

County launches stormwater management funding strategy

County of Brant is launching a new Stormwater Management Funding Strategy and is inviting residents and businesses to learn more about the project and the County’s stormwater management system. Stormwater is rain and melting snow that...

City of Brantford launches Gen Connect PA Day series

City of Brantford is inviting families to spend PA Days in a whole new way with the launch of Gen Connect, a new intergenerational program series designed to bring children and older adult...

David Bailey will not run for re-election this October

David Bailey, Mayor for the County of Brant, issued a statement announcing that he will not be seeking a third term as Mayor when the municipal election rolls around on Monday, October 26,...

Brant OPP Crime Wrap for Wednesday, April 22, 2026

One person charged after indecent act investigation Members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual following an indecent act investigation in Brant County. On April 21, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Brant County...

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, April 15, 2026. The first application for the plan of subdivision and zone change were in regards to lands located on...

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