Remembrance Day Services for Brantford, Brant and Blandford-Blenheim

For those looking to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve in times of war, conflict, and peace, the Township of Blandford-Blenheim, County of Brant and the City of Brantford will be hosting several Remembrance Day ceremonies...

Transforming young lives through engaging programs

Since founding the Impossible Kids Foundation in early 2026, Samantha McKillop has been dedicated to bringing diverse educational programs to children. McKillop, who started the foundation in Brantford and is its President, explained why...

Finishing nails found in Brantford Halloween chocolate

Brantford police are investigating a report of finishing nails found inside Halloween chocolate bars. On Sunday, officers received the report from a parent at a home located in the area of St. Paul and...

New Paris school to be named Willow Grove Public School

Willow Grove Public School was officially approved by the Ministry of Education as the new school’s name. A willow tree symbolizes resilience, adaptability and strength. It reflects a community growing together, rooted in belonging and shared...

Six Nations Police investigate robbery at local business

Six Nations Police Service (SNPS) responded to a report of a robbery in progress at a business located on Mississauga Road, between Ojibway Road and Highway 6 at approximately 1:45 a.m. on Monday,...

Brantford resident facing theft charges after traffic stop

A driver is facing theft-related charges following an investigation by the Brant County OPP. On the afternoon of November 2, 2026, at approximately 3:00 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Cockshutt Road...

Brant resident facing charges after uttering threats

Members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual following an intimate partner violence investigation in the County of Brant. Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers responded to a report of...

Thousands flock to Brant Safety Village for Halloween

Nearly 2,500 residents attended the Children’s Safety Village of Brant’s annual Halloween at the Village event on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Families of all ages filled the miniature town, trick-or-treating from station to station in costumes of every kind. From friendly pumpkins to superheroes, chickens...

Avi Lewis visits Brantford ahead of federal by-election

Federal NDP leader Avi Lewis addressed a group of local supporters during a visit to the Brantford and District Labour Centre on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The stop in Brantford marked one of several southwestern Ontario locations Lewis has visited recently, having spoken to residents...

County finalizes transfer of Apps’ Mills Nature Centre

County of Brant announced that it now officially owns the Apps’ Mill Nature Centre and 4.5 acres of surrounding lands on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Apps’ Mill Nature Centre was established in the early...

County looking for feedback on Mount Pleasant Park

County of Brant is seeking input from community members to help shape the future of Mount Pleasant Park. Located at 555 Burtch Road, the park’s amenities currently include a playground structure, baseball diamond, picnic...

Halloween market supports youth and local vendors

Laurier’s CARE Lab hosted a free Halloween market to support local youth on Friday, October 30, 2026. The Halloween Family Market Fair at Laurier’s Brantford campus collected donations of personal hygiene products and small winter clothing...

City launches Relationships Should Feel Safe campaign

City of Brantford, in partnership with Nova Vita Domestic Violence Prevention Services, Brantford Police Service and the Brant’s Response Against Violence Everywhere (BRAVE) Committee, announced the launch of the Relationships Should Feel Safe...

Reminding residents to check carbon monoxide alarms

County of Brant Fire Department is reminding residents to check their carbon monoxide alarms and take steps to protect their families from this potentially deadly gas during Carbon Monoxide (CO) Awareness Week, which...

Brantford to host annual Parade After Party event

City of Brantford is inviting residents to celebrate the holiday season at the annual Parade After Party on Saturday, November 28, 2026. Taking place in Harmony Square immediately following the Freedom House Santa Claus Parade, which...

Brantford Collegiate to host international students

MLI Homestay is seeking six welcoming host families in Brantford to open their homes for 10 weeks to Japanese high school students attending Brantford Collegiate Institute from December 9, 2026 to February 16, 2027. The students will be visiting Canada for an educational and cultural...

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