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Passion for pierogi leads to successful side business

Meet Renata Zablocka, the Pierogi Queen of Brantford Renata Zablocka was born in Poland and immigrated to Canada, along with her husband, in 1993. Since coming...

Sweet weekend at Paris Chocolate and Wine Fest

It was a sweet weekend at the Paris Fairgrounds, where the Chocolate and Wine Fest was held on Saturday, February 23 and Sunday, February...

Ohswé:ken chef launches new documentary series

Tawnya Brant, a chef from Six Nations of the Grand River, who previously appeared on season ten of Top Chef, is leading a new...

Applications open for SNGRDC 2025 community investment program

Six Nations of the Grand River Economic Development Trust has opened applications for their 2025 community investment program, offering funding opportunities to a wide...

Uncovering Black History in Brantford

For Tracy Lee, learning her family’s history has given her fresh insight into the incredible lives of her ancestors; and a new passion for...

Hilarious Hyprov show returns to Sanderson Centre

The Hyprov show at the Sanderson Centre combined hypnosis and improv for a night of hilarity on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The two-hour show was...

Local breweries win at the Ontario Brewing Awards

Local craft beers from Sassy Britches Brewing and Meuse Brewing were recognized at the Ontario Brewing Awards gala on January 17, 2025. The Ontario...

Scotch-tasting fundraiser raises $1,100 for Brant Historical Society

Whiskey, highland dancers and an ode to the haggis were all part of the Scotch-tasting fundraiser hosted by the Brant Historical Society and the...

Brantford Potters’ Guild celebrated at Glenhyrst Gallery

A new exhibit at the Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brantford and Brant, titled “Golden Clay,” is showcasing the work of the Brantford Potters' Guild...

New café opens in Brantford’s north end

A new coffee shop, Café 1517, can be found in Brantford’s north end, located alongside Reformed Book Services. Café 1517 has been open since fall 2024,...

New arcade opens in Brantford’s Cordage Heritage District

Brantford’s newest arcade, Gamerz Galaxy, celebrated their grand opening on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Gamerz Galaxy is located in the Cordage Heritage District, across from...

Promoting mental health resources for the agricultural community

Erica Sayles has been passionate about agriculture since she could walk; and she was leading cows around shortly after. Born into a farming family, Sayles...

Inside Brantford’s newest brewery: Sassy Britches

Sassy Britches is Brantford’s newest brewery, taking the place of the former Mash Paddle in the Cordage Heritage District. Owner Tracey Shaw said the brewery...

Delaware writer’s story of residential school republished

Brown Tom’s Schooldays, written by the late Delaware writer Enos Montour and originally self-published in 1985, has been republished to reconnect readers with this...

Record label launches space to build stronger community

Olympian committed to nurturing next generation of athletes

Nostalgia fills the air at Fraggle Rock live