31.2 C
Brantford
Thursday, July 2, 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...

Elevating the community through innovation and service

Since starting Alliance Elevator Ontario in 2019, Tony Pallo has continually leveraged his extensive experience in the elevator solutions business and passion for customer service in providing elite services to clients across southern Ontario. Pallo, who originally hails from Cambridge and now makes Brantford his...

Brantford International Villages Festival returns next week

Thousands of residents and out-of-town visitors are expected to attend this year’s Brantford International Villages Cultural Festival, which will run from Wednesday, July 8, to Saturday, July 11, 2026.   The four-day, volunteer-run festival was...

DuckFest splashes into downtown Brantford this July

Downtown Brantford BIA is gearing up for its new DuckFest event, taking place from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. both on Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026. DuckFest builds on the success...

Brant man facing charges after harassment investigation

Brant County OPP have laid multiple charges against an individual following a harassment complaint reported on June 30, 2026. At approximately 6:30 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the County of Brant after receiving information...

City seeking input for public art display in Terrace Park

City of Brantford is seeking input on a new public art piece for Jubilee Terrace Park that will honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served, and continue to serve, Canada...

Brant OPP charge Ohsweken resident after traffic stop

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment has charged a driver following a traffic stop in Brant County. An officer conducted a traffic stop on River Road in the County of Brant at approximately...

Six Nations Group appoints four new board members

Six Nations Group announced the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors on Monday, June 29, 2026. Dominique Bomberry (Cayuga, Turtle Clan), Darryl Hill (Mohawk, Wolf Clan), Jaimie Lickers (Onondaga) and Rhode Thomas...

Downed trees close several roads in Brantford-Brant

Several roads across the County of Brant and Brantford remained closed on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The closures occurred after a storm downed trees and hydro wires on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Ontario Provincial Police said at least eight roads are blocked, including 5th Concession...

Annual Wienerfest a howling good time

Several thousand residents and out-of-town visitors attended the 26th annual Wienerfest Home County Festival on Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28, 2026. Now in its second year at the Burford Fairgrounds, the event drew well over a thousand dachshunds and various other dogs to...

County drops motion to pause airport boundary decision

A motion asking the provincial government to pause the municipal boundary adjustment process between the County of Brant and the City of Brantford was withdrawn during a County Council meeting on Tuesday, June...

Community celebrates official opening of Arrowdale Park

Over 600 students joined the City of Brantford and East Ward Echo Place Neighbourhood Association to celebrate the official opening of the new Arrowdale Community Park on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Located at 375...

Council receives update on Sports Complex expansion

County of Brant staff updated Council on the status of the Brant Sports Complex expansion project during the regular Council meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.  Back in 2025, Council approved a 38,000 square-foot expansion of...

Brant County announces renovations to Bawcutt Centre

County of Brant Council approved a plan to proceed with renovations to Bawcutt Centre in Paris during their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. The plan for The Bawcutt Centre involves a partnership...

Brant OPP charge Norfolk County resident with Assault

Members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a disturbance report at a local business in Oakland, Ontario at approximately 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Upon arrival, officers...

Brantford man charged after motorcyclist killed in crash

A 39-year-old Brantford man has been charged after a motorcyclist was killed in a collision in the early morning hours on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. BPS officers responded to a two-vehicle collision involving a four-door sedan...

Surgeon helps transform maternal health in Angola

For close to 50 years, missionary-surgeon Stephen Foster has been instrumental in empowering local clinicians through training, advancing maternal health and fistula care and serving as Medical Director of CEML (the Evangelical Medical Centre of Lubango) in Angola. Dr. Foster, who was born in Brantford,...

Building hope and community support through animal rescue

For close to a decade, Will Finch, the driving force behind Good Will Good Karma, a non-profit animal rescue, has been committed to helping animals and inspiring youth in the community to gain confidence and create their own paths.    Finch, whose organization is based...

Hundreds celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day

Over 600 people celebrated National Indigenous Peoples Day on Sunday, June 21, 2026. The annual event held at Earl Haig Family Fun Park and hosted by Gihekdagye Friendship Centre in partnership with De dwa da...

BPS investigating collision involving motorcycle

Officers with the Brantford Police Service responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a car and a motorcycle at King George Road near Varadi Avenue at approximately 1:50 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24,...

Four students honoured with James Hillier scholarship

Four local high school students were awarded the prestigious James Hillier Foundation Scholarship during an awards ceremony on Thursday, June 11, 2026.  James Hillier, who became one of Canada’s most famous scientists, was born and raised...

Council awards Princeton Phase 5 contract

Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council awarded the contract for Princeton Phase 5 to Armstrong Paving and Materials Group Ltd. during its regular Council meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.  According to a report submitted by...

County supports Burford parkette construction contract 

County of Brant Council supported awarding the contract for construction of the Burford King Street Parkette to Ghent Landscape during its Administration and Operations Committee meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. According to a...

Township opts out of new development charge program

Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council decided to opt out of the provincial government’s new Development Charge Reduction Program (DCRP) during its regular meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.  On June 1, 2026, the Province of Ontario announced...

Brant resident facing Assault and Mischief charges

Members of the Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual following an intimate partner violence investigation in Brant County. Brant County OPP responded to a report of a disturbance at a residence in the County of Brant at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Monday,...

Brantford Council approves Housing Stability Plan

Brantford City Council approved the ten-year Brantford-Brant Housing Stability Plan during their regular meeting held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. The plan outlines clear actions and measurable goals to reduce homelessness, advance human rights, increase affordable housing, and strengthen system integration and advocacy in Brantford and...

Brantford Bulldogs sign first round draft pick Aiden Kelly

Brantford Bulldogs General Manager Spencer Hyman today announced the signing of 2026 1ST round, 20th overall selection, Aiden Kelly from the Detroit Little Caesars 15U to an OHL Scholarship & Development Agreement.  Kelly, of...

Plattsville marks 175 years with community 

Nearly 1,000 people celebrated Plattsville’s 175th anniversary on Saturday, June 20, 2025. Held at Plattsville Memorial Park, the 12-hour free event featured a host of activities for the whole family. The festivities kicked off with...

Hundreds celebrate 15th annual Brantford Pride

Several hundred people gathered in Brantford’s Mohawk Park to celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community with the 15th annual Brantford Pride event on Saturday, June 20, 2026.. Mohawk Park was filled with pride as guests roamed the area...

Brant County reviews Downtown Dig support measures

County of Brant Council received an overview of Downtown Dig initiatives during its Administration and Operations Committee meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. An extensive multi-year project, the Downtown Dig is working to replace...

Driver charged following traffic stop in Brant County

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County Detachment has charged a driver following a traffic stop in Brant County. An officer conducted a traffic stop on Wellington Street in the County of...

Auto enthusiasts gather at Smokey Hollow Car Show

Around 135 cars were on display during Smokey Hollow Estates fifth annual Car Show on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Well over 100 residents and out-of-town visitors took the opportunity to check out the different vintage, antique,...

Province provides $4 million of funding to Brantford

The provincial government rewarded the City of Brantford with $4,000,000 through the third round of the Building Faster Fund, which provides funding to municipalities that achieve at least 80 per cent of their provincially designated housing targets. In 2025, Brantford broke ground on 1,612 new homes, exceeding its annual target...

News Tips

Please enter your email, so we can follow up with you.