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• Province honours Brantford grocery store for supporting farmers

  18-06-2026 20:58 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  A Brantford grocery store has been recognized by the province for its support for farmers and local produce.Jolene Timon of Food Basics on King George Road in Brantford was presented with a Silver Award of Excellence for the store’s commitment to protecting Ontario’s farmers and the local food supply chain by promoting local produce through the Foodland Ontario Retailer Awards program.The program awards creative in-store displays of fresh, seasonally grown fruits and vegetables that
  
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• Strides for Students raises $11,600 to support success at school

  18-06-2026 20:43 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The inaugural Strides for Students brought together families, staff, students, and community partners to raise more than $11,600 for programs and initiatives that will contribute directly to learner success across Grand Erie.“We had beautiful weather to walk, run, roll or stroll, with every stride making a meaningful difference in ensuring learners have what they need to succeed at school,” Lisa Munro, associate director of curriculum and student achievement, said about the event he
  
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• Brantford mayor urges Ontario to follow Alberta's example for mental health, addiction

  18-06-2026 20:38 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The provincial government should adopt the Alberta Recovery Model to tackle the addiction and mental health crisis gripping municipalities across Ontario, Brantford Mayor Kevin Davis says.“I have to tell you that what’s happening in Alberta is really exciting,” Davis said at a June 16 city council committee-of-the-whole meeting. “It’s called the Alberta Recovery Model and it’s incredible some of the things that they are doing.“One of the first things th
  
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• Brant County resident charged with assault with weapon

  18-06-2026 20:21 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  A Brant County resident is facing several charges, including assault with the weapon, after police responded to a report of an unwanted person at a residence. Brant OPP were called to the home at about 8 p.m. on June 17 where they arrested a 20-year-old. The accused is charged with two counts of uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm; assault with a weapon; possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose, and imitation firearm – use while committing offence. The accused
  
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• Brantford hospital lauded for promoting skin-to-skin 'Kangaroo Care' for NICU babies

  18-06-2026 19:11 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Just four days old, tiny Theodore Hanson is sound asleep on his mom’s chest in the neonatal intensive care unit at Brantford General Hospital.Born six-and-a-half weeks premature and weighing five pounds on the dot, Theodore’s quiet time with mom, Amber Hanson, is more than just a cuddle.The two are practising what’s known as Kangaroo Care, or skin-to-skin care, when a baby, clad in just a diaper, is held upright against the bare chest of a parent or another caregiver, providin
  
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• BCI athletes honoured at banquet

  18-06-2026 18:39 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Brantford Collegiate Institute recently held its annual athletic awards banquet, handing out team awards and athlete of the year honours.Mitch Potter (senior male), Charlie Angevine (junior male), Cole Maxwell (novice male), Sadie Luke (novice female), Morgan Partridge (junior female) and Maryn Partridge (senior female) were the BCI athletes of the year with Macy Fullerton and Brady Maxwell (coaches award), Quentin VanEvery (Sean Roche Memorial Award) and Will Finch (Inspiring Athlete) winning
  
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• Brantford police seek information about missing person

  18-06-2026 17:14 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  The Brantford Police Service are seeking the public’s assistance to locate missing 54-year-old Wyatt.Wyatt was reported missing to police and was last seen on May 30, 2026, at the Darling Street bus terminal. It is possible he may have travelled to Quebec. Wyatt is described as male, with shoulder length brown hair and a grey beard. A clothing description is not available.The Brantford Police Service would like to verify Wyatt’s well-being and are seeking assistance from anyone who
  
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• Enjoy audiobooks from the library all summer long

  18-06-2026 12:00 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  June is Audiobook Month, making it the perfect time to discover the thousands of audiobooks available for free through the Brantford Public Library. Whether you’re commuting, traveling, exercising, or simply relaxing in the backyard, audiobooks offer a convenient and enjoyable way to experience great stories and learn something new. The library provides a variety of audiobook formats for all ages, including books on CD, Playaways, Vox books, and downloadable digital audiobooks.For those w
  
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• Danika Whipple: 'Grateful' to win O'Leary Award

  18-06-2026 08:00 via brantfordexpositor.ca
  
  Danika Whipple knew she was in tough against the other nominees for the Ed O’Leary Memorial Award as Brant County’s top female high school student athlete.However, the Grade 12 Assumption College student was prepared well in advance and for her effort, she was named a co-winner of the award with Paris District High School’s Sydney Kipp.“I had actually,” the 17-year-old said when asked if she’d heard of the award prior to winning it.“I’m friends wi
  
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