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• Youthful cast to stage Beetlejuice Jr. in Brantford

  22-04-2025 16:33 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  A brand-new theatre arts company in Brantford is poised to make a big splash after obtaining the rights to stage Beetlejuice Junior. “The rights only became available in September, and we were still deciding on our second show,” said Theresa Noon-Hunter, artistic director at 20 Performing Arts Academy. “I jumped on it because I knew everybody else had already planned their seasons. The full-scale version of the musical is still touring on Broadway.” It’s called Bee
  
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• Man finally imprisoned five years after conviction for sex crime

  21-04-2025 22:32 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  A local man convicted in 2019 of sexual interference, is now in jail after avoiding the courts for some years. The 34-year-old father, who can’t be named as it would identify his young victim, was originally charged in 2018 but, after being convicted following a Superior Court trial in the fall of 2019, failed to show up on numerous occasions for his sentencing hearing. In 2022, that failure to appear was dealt with in a separate sentence, but more recently, the man was finally sentenced,
  
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• Brantford, Woodstock receive fourth quarter payments from OLG

  21-04-2025 22:05 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The City of Brantford has received a fourth quarter payment of $1,018,526 from OLG for hosting the Elements Casino. Brantford has received a total of $4.8 million during OLG’s fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, and since the casino’s opening in November 1999, has received just over $106 million. The City of Woodstock has received a payment of $409,479 from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation as the fourth quarter payment for hosting Gateway Casinos Woodstock. That payment bri
  
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• Conservative candidate Larry Brock's campaign team issues apology for social media post

  21-04-2025 20:20 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The campaign team for local Conservative candidate Larry Brock is apologizing for a recent post on social media. The post showed what purported to be an official government document found in a jail “aimed at turning inmates against Conservatives” that was found to be fake.  “Are the Liberals really trying to win votes from convicted criminals by attacking Conservative crime policies?” Brock wrote in his post on X on April 13. “This after a decade of Liberal so
  
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• Six Nations taking federal government to court over access to safe drinking water

  21-04-2025 20:14 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The most populous First Nation in Canada says a lack of access to safe drinking water has caused fear, anxiety and health problems, and has driven community members away. Now, Six Nations of the Grand River is taking the federal government to court over it. The band council filed a lawsuit in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice against Canada over “its failure to ensure a reliable supply of safe drinking water,” it said in a news release last week. The statement of claim, which ha
  
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• Police seek help to locate two missing persons in Brantford

  21-04-2025 19:31 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Brantford Police are hoping the public can help to locate two missing persons. Joseph, age 66 is described as a male with a slim build, 5’8” to 5’10” tall with short grey hair and may have a moustache. He was last seen on foot at about 6:00 a.m. on April 21, 2025, walking towards Lynden Road from the Sympatica Crescent area, wearing a light grey hooded sweater, dark grey sweatpants, and white running shoes. Police say Joseph has dementia, walks with a cane, and is unfami
  
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• Brantford police say two people, previously reported missing, have been found

  21-04-2025 19:31 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Two people, previously reported missing by Brantford police, have been found. Police, in statements issued Monday night and Tuesday morning, said that Natalia, a 13-year-old female has been safely located. She had been reported missing earlier on April 21. Joseph, 66,  also reported missing, has also been found. Meanwhile, police are hoping the public can help to locate one other person reported missing. Police are concerned for the well-being of a 27-year-old female. Lilliana is 5’1
  
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• Voters cast ballots at advance polls in Brantford - Brantford Expositor

  21-04-2025 03:03 via news.google.com
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• Voters cast ballots at advance polls in Brantford

  21-04-2025 02:55 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Advance poll locations were open over the Easter weekend for people to cast their ballots in the federal election. At T.B. Costain Community Centre on Morrell Street in Brantford, Ian and Cynthia Andrew were among those who took advantage of the early opportunity to vote prior to April 28 election day. “I used to vote by local candidate, but in the last 10 years that switched, and I now vote by party,” explained Cynthia. “I’m paying attention to specific issues, and I&rs
  
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• Brantford Bulldogs eliminated by Oshawa Generals - Brantford Expositor

  21-04-2025 02:42 via news.google.com
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• Brantford Bulldogs face do-or-die game after falling to Oshawa Generals in Game 5 - CTV News

  20-04-2025 21:40 via news.google.com
  Brantford Bulldogs face do-or-die game after falling to Oshawa Generals in Game 5  CTV News
  
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• Indigenous sovereignty more than a ‘sideline issue’ for Brantford—Brant South—Six Nations riding - Brantford Expositor

  20-04-2025 16:51 via news.google.com
  Indigenous sovereignty more than a ‘sideline issue’ for Brantford—Brant South—Six Nations riding  Brantford Expositor
  
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• Fire at boarded-up house closes West St. in Brantford on Sunday morning - Brantford Expositor

  20-04-2025 16:49 via news.google.com
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• Fire at boarded-up house closes West St. in Brantford on Sunday morning

  20-04-2025 16:49 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  A structure fire early Sunday morning is being treated as suspicious, Crews were dispatched at 7:36 a.m. to a boarded-up house at 342 West Street. “First arriving units noted heavy flames and smoke showing from all sides of the two-storey building,” said Deputy Fire Chief Scott Pipe. “Crews managed to get the fire under control quickly and completed a thorough search of the building.” The house is located on the west side of the street adjacent to the plaza at Galileo Bl
  
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• Indigenous sovereignty more than a ‘sideline issue’ for Brantford—Brant South—Six Nations riding

  20-04-2025 16:25 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  Tariffs and housing affordability were key issues when Brantford—Brant South—Six Nations MP hopefuls faced off in a recent debate. But Indigenous sovereignty also featured prominently. Respecting Indigenous rights and leadership and ensuring the communities are empowered to shape their economic future is more than a “sideline issue” in the riding, Green candidate Karleigh Csordas said during the debate taping on Monday, April 14. Six Nations of the Grand River has been w
  
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• City of Brantford invites residents to participate in Earth Day events - Brantford Expositor

  20-04-2025 16:23 via news.google.com
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• City of Brantford invites residents to participate in Earth Day events

  20-04-2025 16:16 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The City of Brantford is inviting residents to help celebrate Earth Day.   Council has proclaimed April 20 to 26 as Earth Week in Brantford. Earth Day is April 22 and recognizes environmental activism across the world. This year marks its 55th anniversary.  In support of Earth Week, several local environmental events and initiatives are planned.  The community is invited to come together for a city-wide litter pickup at the fourth annual Let’s Clean Our City event on F
  
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• DOGS PUSHED TO THE BRINK FOLLOWING 3-2 GAME 5 DEFEAT - Brantford Bulldogs - Canadian Hockey League

  20-04-2025 06:12 via news.google.com
  DOGS PUSHED TO THE BRINK FOLLOWING 3-2 GAME 5 DEFEAT - Brantford Bulldogs  Canadian Hockey League
  
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• Brantford Bulldogs 'unlucky' in Game 5 loss to Oshawa Generals - Brantford Expositor

  20-04-2025 04:14 via news.google.com
  Brantford Bulldogs 'unlucky' in Game 5 loss to Oshawa Generals  Brantford Expositor
  
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• OHL Highlights: Oshawa Generals @ Brantford Bulldogs Apr. 19, 2025 - Canadian Hockey League

  20-04-2025 04:10 via news.google.com
  OHL Highlights: Oshawa Generals @ Brantford Bulldogs Apr. 19, 2025  Canadian Hockey League
  
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• Brantford Police search for suspects in attempted carjacking - Brantford Expositor

  20-04-2025 00:02 via news.google.com
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• Brantford Police search for suspects in attempted carjacking

  19-04-2025 23:56 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Brantford Police continue to search for two suspects in an attempted carjacking. Officers were dispatched to the area of Richardson Street and Fordview Court just before 6 a.m. on Saturday, April 19 where two males in their late teens reportedly approached an individual sitting in their car. Police say the suspects allegedly brandished a firearm and demanded the keys to the vehicle but fled on foot towards Fordview Park after their attempt was unsuccessful. No injuries were reported in the inci
  
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• Wax, dye and heritage: Brantford artists explore ancient art of pysanky - The Spec

  19-04-2025 12:15 via news.google.com
  Wax, dye and heritage: Brantford artists explore ancient art of pysanky  The Spec
  
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• Easter Egg Hunt at Children's Safety Village offered plenty of fun - Brantford Expositor

  19-04-2025 09:00 via news.google.com
  Easter Egg Hunt at Children's Safety Village offered plenty of fun  Brantford Expositor
  
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• Liberal leader Mark Carney makes campaign visit to Brantford - Brantford Expositor

  19-04-2025 05:56 via news.google.com
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• GRCA initiating Brantford Ice Jam Class Environmental Assessment - Brantford Expositor

  19-04-2025 05:43 via news.google.com
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• GRCA initiating Brantford Ice Jam Class Environmental Assessment

  19-04-2025 05:40 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The Grand River Conservation Authority is undertaking a class environmental assessment for the Brantford Ice Jam Mitigation Study.   The study area is located along the reach of the Grand River through the City of Brantford, with the primary study area centred on the Gilkison Flats reach, around Two Fish Island, and around the bend at Tutela Heights.   “This work is being undertaken following the Ice Jam Mitigation Feasibility Study, which identified potential mitigation measure
  
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• Liberal leader Mark Carney visits Brantford

  19-04-2025 04:24 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Liberal leader Mark Carney vowed to build more homes that cost less during a campaign stop in Brantford on Friday. “If you put your trust in us we are going to build this country like it’s never been built,” Carney said. Acknowledging the young people in the crowd, Carney said a Liberal government would build millions of homes that are 20 to 30 per cent cheaper than homes are right now. “And we’re not just going to build those homes, we’re going to build a ne
  
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• Liberal leader Mark Carney makes campaign visit to Brantford

  19-04-2025 04:24 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Liberal leader Mark Carney vowed to build more homes that cost less during a campaign stop in Brantford on Friday. “If you put your trust in us we are going to build this country like it’s never been built,” Carney said. Acknowledging the young people in the crowd, Carney said a Liberal government would build millions of homes that are 20 to 30 per cent cheaper than homes are right now. “And we’re not just going to build those homes, we’re going to build a ne
  
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• Mark Carney Addresses Supporters in Brantford, Ont. – April 18, 2025 - CPAC

  19-04-2025 01:22 via news.google.com
  Mark Carney Addresses Supporters in Brantford, Ont. – April 18, 2025  CPAC
  
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• Arcady to present acclaimed musical drama Ruth in Brantford - Brantford Expositor

  18-04-2025 22:08 via news.google.com
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• Arcady to present acclaimed musical drama Ruth in Brantford

  18-04-2025 22:06 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  An acclaimed musical drama created by two Brantford residents returns for a hometown performance on May 10. Ruth, a story of immigration and welcoming newcomers into one’s homeland, was written in 1996 with words by librettist Roger Bayley and music by Ronald Beckett, musical director of Arcady. It will be performed at St. Andrew’s United Church in Brantford. “The drama follows the life of Ruth, an independent, strong, and hopeful woman, as she searches for a better life for h
  
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• Unclaimed winning $5M lotto ticket, sold in Woodstock, set to expire - Brantford Expositor

  18-04-2025 21:54 via news.google.com
  Unclaimed winning $5M lotto ticket, sold in Woodstock, set to expire  Brantford Expositor
  
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• Unclaimed winning $5M lotto ticket, sold in Woodstock, set to expire

  18-04-2025 21:52 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Attention, Woodstock shoppers. It’s a good time to check that old lottery ticket you bought.   Ontario’s lottery and gaming regulator is urging the winner of the May 4, 2024 Lotto 6/49 draw to come forward and claim their $5 million prize, with less than two weeks to go before the ticket expires.The winning ticket was sold in Woodstock, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. said in a news release. Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize and must match all s
  
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• Cursive's place in education not over - Brantford Expositor

  18-04-2025 21:25 via news.google.com
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• Hike or Bike for Hospice fundraiser for Stedman Community Hospice set for May 4 - Brantford Expositor

  18-04-2025 19:29 via news.google.com
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• Hike or Bike for Hospice fundraiser for Stedman Community Hospice set for May 4

  18-04-2025 19:22 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Get ready to stride and ride in the annual springtime fundraiser for Stedman Community Hospice.   The 21st annual Hike or Bike for Hospice will be held on Sunday, May 4.  Over the past 20 years, the event has raised $3.4 million for hospice care. This year’s goal is $175,000.  The hospice relies on community support for about half of the funds needed to deliver end-of-life care to patients, and to provide grief and bereavement support programs to family members coping with
  
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• Jury excused while judge, lawyers prepare for murder trial wrap-up - Brantford Expositor

  18-04-2025 13:47 via news.google.com
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• Jury excused while judge, lawyers prepare for murder trial wrap-up

  18-04-2025 13:45 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  No witnesses will be called or evidence presented to the jury in defence of Randall McKenzie and Brandi Stewart-Sperry as they face charges of first degree murder in the death of OPP Const. Greg Pierzchala. “That’s the last evidence you’ll hear in the case,” Justice Andrew Goodman told the jury on Wednesday, “but there’s still the concluding comments of counsel and my charge to you so don’t come to any conclusions yet.” The murder trial in Cayuga
  
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• 'It's nastier,' say former politicians of today's election campaigns - Brantford Expositor

  18-04-2025 13:37 via news.google.com
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• 'It's nastier,' say former local politicians of today's election campaigns - Brantford Expositor

  18-04-2025 13:37 via news.google.com
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• 'It's nastier,' say former politicians of today's election campaigns

  18-04-2025 13:33 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Lloyd St. Amand was part of a trio of well-known local Liberals who showed up at a fundraising event on Wednesday to bolster candidate Joy O’Donnell’s federal election campaign.  Called to the microphone to address the party faithful gathered at the Sherwood Restaurant, St. Amand, who served as MP for Brant from 2004 to 2008, was introduced by O’Donnell’s campaign manager, Colleen Stolp, who referred to his soft-spoken, diplomatic nature.  “One of Lloyd&r
  
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• Oak Park Road extension will be back on Brantford's agenda in the fall

  18-04-2025 13:11 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The decades old problem of moving traffic out of West Brant is about to get a lot worse if a solution isn’t found soon, Mayor Kevin Davis says Speaking to Chamber of Commerce Brantford Brant on Thursday, Davis drew a loud round of applause when he reported the Ava Road Bridge will soon be re-opening. But, the mayor cautioned that with the reopening another recurring problem will surface. “We’re going to see Brant Avenue go back to gridlock again and that gridlock is going to g
  
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• Know your riding — Canada Votes 2025: Brantford—Brant South—Six Nations - cbc.ca

  18-04-2025 10:00 via news.google.com
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• Know your riding — Canada Votes 2025: Brantford—Brant South—Six Nations - CBC

  18-04-2025 10:00 via news.google.com
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• Kathleen Portelli Obituary - Brantford, ON - Dignity Memorial

  18-04-2025 09:00 via news.google.com
  Kathleen Portelli Obituary - Brantford, ON  Dignity Memorial
  
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• Brantford Bulldogs doubled 4-2 by Oshawa Generals - Brantford Expositor

  18-04-2025 05:36 via news.google.com
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• OHL Highlights: Brantford Bulldogs @ Oshawa Generals Apr. 17, 2025 - Canadian Hockey League

  18-04-2025 05:08 via news.google.com
  OHL Highlights: Brantford Bulldogs @ Oshawa Generals Apr. 17, 2025  Canadian Hockey League
  
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• BULLDOGS BATTLE; GENS SECURE SERIES TIE LATE IN GAME 4 - Brantford Bulldogs - Canadian Hockey League

  18-04-2025 04:01 via news.google.com
  BULLDOGS BATTLE; GENS SECURE SERIES TIE LATE IN GAME 4 - Brantford Bulldogs  Canadian Hockey League
  
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• Brantford Bulldogs and Oshawa Generals series knotted up at two games apiece - CTV News

  18-04-2025 03:46 via news.google.com
  Brantford Bulldogs and Oshawa Generals series knotted up at two games apiece  CTV News
  
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