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...
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 part of...
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....
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 was most...
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 a strong start, getting on the board first after...
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...
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 is 12-years-old,...
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...
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, late Thursday...
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 his brother started a service garage back in 1947...
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...
Since taking up powerlifting several years ago, Ethan Golden has quickly established himself as a rising star on the scene, achieving personal bests and breaking Canadian records in the process.
Golden, who is currently...
On October 7, 2024, in the House of Commons, the Conservative Party of Canada made comments that were not only insensitive but also damaging to the Canadian Jewish community. In a moment that...
City of Brantford Council has decided to move ahead with the next steps of constructing a new Sports and Entertainment Centre in the downtown core.
Council approved proceeding with the next several steps of building the...
City of Brantford Council unanimously voted to move forward with plans to build a new Sports and Entertainment Centre (SEC) during a Special Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
The...
Six Nations Police, Fire, Emergency Services and Paramedic Services announced a new partnership with Wounded Warriors Canada on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
The organizations will work together to offer innovative mental health training and...
Around 25 people, including representatives from the City of Brantford, company employees and potential customers, came together to celebrate the grand opening of Aebi Schmidt’s new Brantford facility on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
Aebi Schmidt Group,...
City of Brantford Council unanimously showed its support for a $20 million pre-engineered steel indoor sports facility during its Committee of the Whole Operations meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
During a City Council meeting on April 25, 2023, councillors directed staff to explore the...
County of Brant was awarded three blooms and the Urban Forestry Criteria Award in its inaugural year participating in the 2024 Communities in Bloom (CiB) program.
This achievement reflects the collective efforts of the community, staff, and leadership, and highlights our commitment to environmental...
Collision on Hwy. 403 leads to Impaired Driving charges
Brant OPP members responded to a report of a collision on Highway 403 in the County of Brant at approximately 3:37 a.m. on Saturday October 5,...
Notes from the City of Brantford Committee of the Whole, Operations meeting, which was held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
Red Light Camera Program Update
City of Brantford Council supported a staff recommendation to purchase...
Governments of Canada and Ontario announced over $12.2 million in support designed to help farmers make their agricultural lands more healthy and resilient on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
The funding, through the first intake of the...
Emergency crews were on scene after a fire broke out in a vacant building at a plaza on Colborne Street in the early hours on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
Members of the Brantford Fire...
Brantford Food Bank is hosting it’s annual “Thanks 4 Giving" Food Drive throughout the month of October.
Businesses, community groups, families and individuals are encouraged to gather food donations throughout October to help the Food...
The City of Brantford was recognized with an impressive four (out of a possible five) Blooms in the 2024 Communities in Bloom Ontario competition.
In her evaluation, judge Kathy Smyth praised the City’s unique floral displays.
“Brantford’s parks,...
The Lansdowne Children’s Centre Foundation announced that it officially surpassed its $50,000 fundraising goal during the sixth annual Heroes Walk and Roll, held at the Brant Park Conservation Area, on Saturday, October 5, 2024.
Candace Kingyens, Senior Development Officer for the foundation and organizer of...
