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Sarnia woman’s memory is a story of ‘resilience’
Sarnia’s Debbie Payne says she had reservations about telling her story in her recently self-published memoir, No Thanks, I’m Full. “It’s real – raw,” said the veteran real estate agent,…
Petrolia’s historic library will close for five weeks for renovations
Petrolia’s historic library will be closed for almost five weeks due to renovations. The work begins April 3, with an anticipated reopening date of May 7. All in-person services and…
Charity group delivers ‘a few minutes of normal’ to Ukrainian refugees
Refugees fleeing war-torn Ukraine are getting to enjoy “a few minutes of normal” thanks to a humanitarian effort, says Logan Barrett. The Brant County volunteer firefighter is in Moldova with…
Police blotter: Man charged with assault
A man is facing charges after police responded to domestic disturbance report in Haldimand on March 11. Haldimand County OPP were called to an address in Hagersville at just before…
Timbit players thrilled to be part of NHL event
A group of Brantford minor hockey players got the opportunity of a lifetime on the weekend to attend an NHL game and watch some of their hockey heroes in action.…
Local venues gearing up for big St. Paddy’s do-over
News Local News Two years ago, luck ran out and COVID-19 slammed the doors shut. Shown from left are Sons of Kent Brewing Co. staff members Trent Scaman, CJ Church,…
Firefighters add teddy bear to bridge memorial for girl who died in Whirl Creek
News Local News MITCHELL — They stood on a bridge, a group of firefighters overlooking the creek they’d searched so hard — one among them, for more than a week…
Freezin’ for a Reason: Brant OPP officer takes plunge for Special Olympics
Brant OPP Const. Jonathan Bueckert was “Freezin’ for a Reason” when he plunged into the ice-cold water of Pittock Lake in Woodstock on Feb. 22. Bueckert was participating in the…
Entegrus preparing to meet future demand for electric vehicles
News Local News A growing interest in electric vehicles – due to skyrocketing gas prices – coupled with a federal government mandate calling for all new cars, light duty vehicles…
Long-term care homes get funding boost
Long-term care homes in Haldimand and Norfolk are getting a financial boost from the province to the tune of $6.8 million. “This funding will allow homes in our community to…