The second annual Iceman Cup returned to Brantford’s TD Civic Centre on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
The charity hockey tournament was designed to shine a light on the life and legacy of the late Jimmy “The Iceman” MacNeil while raising funds in support of Diabetes...
Township of Blandford-Blenheim celebrated the grand opening of the new Princeton Fire Station #81 with a ribbon cutting ceremony and community barbecue on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
The 9,800 square-foot facility features three specialized...
Six Nations of the Grand River 59th Elected Council has issued a statement following concerns from community members about a recently signed agreement with the City of Brantford.
The statement, released Thursday, August 20,...
Brantford’s municipal election field is now set after the nomination period officially closed on Friday, August 21, 2026.
Residents will be heading to the polls to elect a new mayor, their ward councillors and school board...
Thousands attended this year’s Paris Drinks Fest as the event returned to Two Rivers Stadium.
Tim Des Islets, organizer of the show, said there was a higher turnout, with more attendees and newer vendors.
"This...
The Hip Experience, billed as Canada’s ultimate Tragically Hip tribute band, entertained crowds during HipFest on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
The event marked the first year for HipFest, with the band Backburner as the...
Rec Room Revival was the featured act during the Music in the Park event on Sunday, August 15, 2026.
The monthly event, held at Chiefswood Park on Six Nations of the Grand River territory, has been...
Brantford area residents and officials backed the re-opening of the local jail under the new provincial bail reforms announced on Thursday, 6 August, 2026.
Michael Kerzner, Ontario’s Solicitor General, announced that the province is considering re-opening the jail as part of a $3 billion investment...
City of Brantford held a neighbourhood meeting about the new indoor turf sports facility on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Between 50 and 100 residents participated in the discussion and reviewed the project, which will include construction of an indoor dome to be built on the...
Brantford Kinsmen hosted its 16th annual Ribfest at Mohawk Park from Friday, August 7 through to Sunday, August 9, 2026.
The Kinsmen, who have been active in the Brantford-Brant area since 1941, had a...
Residents and long-time customers attended Maria’s Pizza’s third annual Maria’s West Fest in Brantford on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
The parking lot of the local restayrant was transformed into a celebration of food, family...
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The local NDP plan calls for an expansion of Go Rail to Brantford, linking Brantford to Aldershot as part of the Go Rail system, establishing a regular Go Bus service that...
In a career that included stops across multiple professional leagues, including the NHL, as well as playing for Team Canada, Paul Szczechura has always shown sheer determination, relentless dedication and a strong work...
Randy Solski has always been passionate about music, and over the years he has excelled as a talented multi-instrumentalist, live performer, songwriter and music producer/engineer.
Solski, who grew up in the Brier Park area...
Blandford-Blenheim Mayor Mark Peterson officially declared August 23, 2026, as Blandford-Blenheim Helping Hands Food Bank Day during the Township’s Council meeting on Wednesday, August 5.
The recognition comes after the community recently stepped up to help...
Brantford’s Gihekdagye Friendship Centre will celebrate the recent purchase of its building with a special grand opening event on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Also known as the Brantford Region Indigenous Support Centre (BRISC), Gihekdagye provides advocacy, as well as social, cultural and educational programming, to...
Royal Canadian Legion, Paris Branch #29, is inviting residents to take part in upcoming Poppy Netting Bee events on Wednesday, August 19 and Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
The work is part of the Legion’s ongoing Poppy Project, launched as part of its 100th anniversary celebrations.
Cheryl...
Township of Blandford-Blenheim Council turned down a request for a noise by-law exemption that would have allowed earlier construction activities in Drumbo during the regular Council meeting on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
The request...
Bell Homestead National Historic Site welcomed visitors to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first long-distance telephone call on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Made on August 10, 1876, Alexander Graham Bell used existing telegraph...
While the late afternoon rain may have made things a little damp, many residents and out-of-town visitors spent a large chunk of their day at the CanJam for Kids with Cancer event on Saturday, August...
Several residents, volunteers and local dignitaries gathered at Aspira Brants Landing Retirement Living in Brantford as the Grand River Council on Aging (GRCOA) announced the date and details for this year’s Grand Parade...
The Paris Coin Show, which runs twice a year, was held at the Paris Fairgrounds on Sunday, August 9, 2026.
An estimated 500-plus dealers and collectors attended the show to buy and sell...
Fowler Bridge, located in Burford, will be closed from Friday, August 7, 2026 through Friday, August 21, 2026.
The bridge, located at the stretch of East Quarter Townline Road between Sixth Concession Road and Highway 53,...
Brantford Immigrations Partnership (BIP), along with Best Start Parent Fair, hosted the fifth annual Newcomer Welcome Day on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
The event takes place every year to bring newcomer families and organizations together and provide the resources they need to feel comfortable and...
City of Brantford has installed two code blue emergency phones in Harmony Square to improve access to emergency assistance and strengthen public safety.
Code blue phones provide an immediate connection to emergency services, allowing users to quickly report medical emergencies, public safety concerns or...
Larry Brock, Member of Parliament (MP) for Brantford–Brant South–Six Nations, announced his resignation, effective September 18, 2026.
Earlier this summer, Brock also stepped back from his role as shadow minister of justice. He has...
Rachel Phan, a 2011 graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University's Brantford campus, has been named Alumna of the Year at Laurier's Awards of Excellence.
When Rachel Phan arrived at Wilfrid Laurier University’s Brantford campus as a 19-year-old,...
While Team Canada (U-11 boys ball hockey team) lost in the semi-finals of the United World Games in June 2026, it gave the players time to bond, compete, build memories and contribute to the growth...
Since opening Cainsville Tire Discounter in 1987, Geoff Edge has successfully continued the family legacy in the tire business dating back to the 1930s.
Edge, who himself has been involved in the family business...
County of Brant and City of Brantford Councils announced that they are pausing all decisions surrounding the potential airport boundary adjustment until after the municipal election, which is scheduled for Monday, October 26,...
The Provincial Government announced that it is exploring the re-opening of the Brantford Jail on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
This re-opening, which is part of the government’s $3 billion investment to expand adult correctional capacity and...
Brantford police are asking residents for any information, dash cam footage or doorbell camera video related to the death of a man that occurred on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
The incident happened around 9:00 p.m. in the area of Park Road North and Dunsdon Street.
When...
