Since realizing her career path 17 years ago, Dr. Stephanie Dinsmore has dedicated her life as a ‘holistic trauma therapist’ in helping people who have dealt with various traumas in their lives.
Dinsmore, who was born and raised in Brantford, had a typical upbringing until...
City of Brantford announced the hiring of Michael Bradley as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) on Thursday, October 17, 2024.
Bradley brings over two decades of experience in municipal administration to the role, and...
During his career, Jim Fedorenko went on to become a national champion on multiple occasions along with winning many competitions, as well as owning a successful bowling centre.
Fedorenko, who grew up in Brantford,...
Officers of the Six Nations Police were advised of a motor vehicle collision with personal injury at the intersection of Fifth Line Road and Onondaga Road at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 8, 2024.
Police...
Members of the Brantford Police Service arrested a 51-year-old man from Brantford after receiving a report of a disturbance at a residential building located at Brant Avenue near Henrietta Street on Tuesday, October...
In Canada, freedom of expression is a fundamental right enshrined in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. It is this very freedom that allows citizens to voice their opinions, advocate for change, and...
The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested one individual after responding to a report of a theft in the County of Brant.
Members of the Brant County OPP received a report of a theft from...
Brantford Police Service are seeking information from the public in order to identify the rider of a motorcycle involved in stunt driving.
The rider was observed standing on his motorcycle while in motion on several occasions and has also exhibited other aggressive driving behaviour.
Police...
Mount Pleasant Elementary School hosted a ribbon-cutting and recognition ceremony to commemorate its newly completed playground on Friday, October 4, 2024.
Roughly 250 elementary school children attend the school and, for kids Grade four and under, their previous playground structure had been shut down and...
City of Brantford announced the next steps in the development of Arrowdale Community Park, the largest new community park to be built in Brantford in over 100 years, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
"The...
Intimate partner violence investigation results in charges
Brant County OPP members were dispatched to an address in the County of Brant to a reported assault at approximately 8:21 p.m. on Sunday October 13, 2024.
It...
For Brantford-Brant residents looking to get a head start on their holiday shopping, Julie Neal, a Royal LePage real estate agent, and Jason Tangora, a Royal LePage broker of record, have teamed up to put...
City of Brantford and the Brant Elder Abuse Awareness Committee launched the fifth edition of the Seniors’ Toolkit on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
The Toolkit is a practical handbook that provides older adults with information...
St. George’s Adelaide Hunter Hoodless Homestead is gearing up for its second annual Haunted Willows: Haunted Tour Series fundraiser, to be held on Friday, October 25, Saturday, October 26 and Wednesday, October 30,...
Brantford City Council approved a bylaw to advance the conditional sale of the former City Hall on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
The sale agreement, valued at $5.2 million, aligns with the City’s goal of ensuring that...
Hundreds of residents and guests celebrated the Thanksgiving weekend at the 162nd annual Burford Fall Fair which ran from Saturday, October 12 through Monday, October 14, 2024.
The event, which took place at the Burford Fairgrounds, kicked off on Saturday with the Western Ontario Outlaws...
Construction is underway on a new building for John Noble Home in Brantford, which will add 40 new long-term care beds to an existing 156-bed home.
The new project was a recipient of the Construction Funding Subsidy top-up, part of the Ontario government’s commitment...
Over 80 members of the Burford community came together to celebrate Don Henderson and his contributions to the sport of drag racing during the County of Brant Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony...
Members of the Brant County OPP charged a Cambridge resident after they were clocked going 167 km/hr in an 80 km/hr zone over the Thanksgiving weekend.
The 27-year-old was stopped on Brant Road as...
Story and photos submitted by Dan Walker
In a heartwarming display of unity and pride, the five Brantford Probus clubs gathered together in Harmony Square for a flagraising ceremony on Friday, October 11, 2024.
Adding a...
The Brant Beacon spoke with the region's Chamber of Commerce executives in anticipation of Small Business Week, which will take place from Sunday, October 20 through Saturday, October 26, 2024.
David Prang, Chief...
Around 20 people attended the official grand opening for the City of Brantford’s newest affordable housing development, Lucy Marco Place, on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
Once the home of the City’s YMCA, the building...
Brantford Bulldogs celebrated Thanksgiving by defeating the Kingston Frontenacs and Ottawa 67's for consecutive wins on Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12, 2024.
The Bulldogs started their mini two-game road against the 67's. Ottawa had...
County of Brant Council supported a staff recommendation to amend a comprehensive zoning by-law for vacant land at 139 Court Dr. in Paris during its Council meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
In 2014, under previous zoning by-laws and the current Official Plan, past owners...
Police are investigating the circumstances of a single-vehicle collision on Highway 403, where one occupant sustained life-threatening injuries.
Officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment, along with Brant-Brantford Paramedic Services and the County of Brant Fire Department, responded to a single-vehicle rollover...
County of Brant Council received information regarding a proposal to initiate a zoning by-law amendment for downtown Paris during its Council meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
The amendment will look to review the...
Liam from Brantford was one of 15 children facing serious or life-altering illnesses, alongside their families, who embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime train journey through the stunning Canadian Rockies on September 26, 2024.
Liam, who...
An individual has been charged following an investigation at a Paris address in the County of Brant.
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment responded to a mischief incident on Hartley Avenue in the County of...
Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be holding an eight-week Citizen Youth Academy beginning in January.
This is an interactive opportunity for youth in Grade 10-12, who reside in the County of Brant,...
The northern lights lit up parts of southern Ontario on Thursday, October 10, 2024.
Due to a geomagnetic storm, the northern lights, or Aurora Borealis, were visible around parts of southern Ontario, including Paris,...
Since opening its doors 55 years ago, The Bicycle Shop has been an enduring presence in the Brantford community.
Terry Detheridge, who is the founder and owner, explained the early start of the shop.
“My dad and...
Brantford Bulldogs LW Nick Lardis tallied four points and reached 100 career points with the Bulldogs in a 5-1 victory over the Sarnia Sting on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
The Bulldogs controlled the pace early in the first period and outshot the Sting 5-0 through...
