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Join us for the 2025 Sports Hall Induction Ceremony

The City of Brantford is known across Ontario for many amazing things. Brantford has given the world scientists, inventors, artists, and actors, but the city has also demonstrated a strong commitment to athletic excellence, sport, and community. Even before it was dubbed the “Tournament Capital of Ontario” in 1998, Brantford boasted a great lineage of athletic excellence comprised of countless individuals who have dedicated their life to their chosen sport and to their community.

As the summer...

Brantford's Classic 50s style Classic Ice Cream Shop

Dairee Delite, located at 10 King George Road, has been delighting Brantford with delicious frozen treats for more than 70 years. Offering an array of cones, sundaes, flurries, frozen yogurt, ice cream cakes and more, they also have some delicious vegan and dairy-free products too. 

While you're waiting in line for your ice cream, you may notice a plaque in the front window that reads: This ice cream stand was originally built on the corner of Brant Avenue and Bedford Street in 1953 and by 1965 it...

Five ways to celebrate Valentine's Day in Brantford

Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and here are a few ways that you can celebrate in Brantford.

1. Enjoy a romantic dinner at one of Brantford's many restaurants

Make a reservation at one of Brantford's many restaurants. If you're looking for a place that's perfect for date night, we suggest checking out Fume RestoBar, The Olde School Restaurant, Speekezzies Cafe and Wine Bar, or On The Lam.

2. Skating at Harmony Square

Pick up a latte from Friday Cafe or From Scratch Cafe Bistro and explore downtown...

Where to get takeout in Brantford on Super Bowl Sunday

Here's some of our picks for where to grab takeout from ahead of the big game on Sunday. As Super Bowl Sunday is considered one of the busiest days for takeout orders, we highly recommend placing a pre-order to secure your feast. Did we miss your favourite takeout spot? Leave your suggestions in the comments below. 

Pub food

Hudson Public Kitchen & Bar
Sociable Kitchen + Tavern
Myra's Bar & Grill
Spool Takeout
The Duke on Park
Roxy's Tap and Grill (takeout available from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pre-ordering...

Local screenwriter behind Netflix's holiday rom-com 'Our Little Secret' starring Lindsay Lohan

Brantford's own Hailey DeDominicis is the screenwriter behind Netflix's newest holiday rom-com Our Little Secret which stars Lindsay Lohan, Ian Harding, and Kristin Chenoweth.

After discovering their significant others are siblings, two resentful exes — Avery (Lohan) and Logan (Harding) — must spend Christmas under one roof, while hiding their romantic history. The movie is set to premiere on the streaming service on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. 

We spoke with Hailey ahead of the premiere about...