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Entrepreneur builds successful media advertising business

Stella Johnson has had two successful careers, one being in insurance sales and the other in specialized media advertising, which she has enjoyed doing for the last 13 years. Johnson,...

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Author chronicles important era of Brant’s music history

Music has always been an important part of Thomas A. Ryerson’s life, being involved...

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Local chef looking forward to competing in Culinary Olympics

Since his early beginnings as a cook, making it onto Top Chef Canada and...

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Ball hockey program promotes respect and loyalty

Since 2019, the Royals Ball hockey club has grown in influence and popularity throughout...

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Music veteran celebrates over 40 years as a community volunteer

For over 40 years, Phil Scott has distinguished himself as a committed volunteer for...

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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...

Junior hockey star relishing leadership role

Mitch Ferras, who is currently playing for the Ayr Centennial’s of the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL), continues to relish his time on...

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...

Entrepreneur’s love of cheese sparks business opportunity

Since opening The Tipperary Bog Fine Cheese and Gourmet Shop in 2010, owner Nadine Evans has provided Brantford residents with a chance to enjoy...

Coach instrumental in building multiple volleyball programs

Since accepting his first Head coaching job in 2015, Nick Rawls hasn’t looked back, establishing himself as one of most dedicated and passionate volleyball...

Hall of Famer reflects on legacy as a hockey builder

Peter Ham has established himself as one of the most respected and successful hockey builders in Brantford history, with a track record of owning...

Soccer star looking to continue dynamic play on the pitch

Since getting started in soccer at an early age, Alessia Di Nino has fashioned an impressive playing career on the pitch. Di Nino, who was...

Hockey veteran exemplifies grit and perseverance

Since his early days of playing hockey in Paris, Ontario, Zac Dalpe has developed a reputation for his resiliency, grittiness, and tireless work ethic,...

Singer continues success with award-winning band

Jimmy Chauveau always had a passion for singing and songwriting, which has helped him build a career spanning close to two decades. Chauveau, who moved...

Emerging painter finds place in Brantford community

For the last year, Matt Watkinson has immersed himself in his art, creating a body of work capturing nature scenes and, in the process,...

Building a business one LEGO brick at a time

When Lara O’Connor first bought her husband, Brian, a LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon set five years ago, she never would have guessed that...

Birds of Diversity recognized with Culture Days award

When Carolina Saenz, co-owner of La Trenza Tacos, and Lisa Franklin, owner of Forest and Folk, came together for their Culture Days “Birds of...

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...

Brantford Chess Club maintains appeal through events and tournaments

The Brantford Chess Club is one of the oldest and longest running clubs in the city. Rob Gashgarian, who has been the president and treasurer...

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Oxford Votes – Meet your 2025 Provincial Election Candidates

Introducing the representatives for Blandford-Blenheim Council