LOCAL HEADLINES

Looking at this year’s edition of the Paris Titans roster, the first statement coming to mind is that Brant County is well represented. In fact, 10 of the 24 players come from Brant/Brantford. Also, 10 rookies are being introduced to the PJHL style of play, known for hard-hitting and fast action, which, for some, is an eye-opener. 

Friday September 5th Paris men’s golf results... With only a few weeks left, the race for the championship is still wide open.

A Paris man who once guarded the crease for the Wolfpack has now found himself in the golf spotlight — thanks to a perfectly placed shot. Cameron Sass, 26, grew up in Paris and spent much of his youth playing goal with Paris Minor Hockey’s Wolfpack program before turning his attention to golf about a decade ago. On Aug. 21, Sass recorded his first hole-in-one during an evening round at Mystic Golf Club.

The County of Brant is brimming with creativity and artistic talent, and the upcoming Culture Days arts and culture program - from September 19th to October 12th, 2025, - is the perfect time to discover and revisit some of the amazing artists, makers and creative spaces we have in Brant.  Culture Days 2025 is a nationwide celebration showcasing arts and culture across Canada. Ontario Culture Days consistently offers a vibrant lineup of free—or Pay What You May—events,

The Paris Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 is preparing to mark a milestone of both local and national importance. In 2026, the Paris Legion will celebrate its 100th anniversary, coinciding with the centennial of the Royal Canadian Legion of Canada. Founded in 1926, Branch 29 has been a cornerstone of the Paris community for a century. 

We are immensely grateful for the support received from the Paris firefighters and Peak Realty, enabling the placement of Homes of Heroes signs across town in the weeks leading up to Remembrance Day on November 11. However, to fully realize our vision and cover the expenses associated with installing custom printed signs on the lawns of our heroes, we still require additional donations.

The closing day of the Paris Fall Fair ended with a burst of energy and hometown pride as local BMX riders took to the track alongside professional athletes, thrilling the crowd with big air and fearless stunts.

Downtown Paris is gearing up for a night of music, dancing, and community spirit when the annual Evenings in Paris Block Party takes over Mechanic Street on Friday, September 19. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., the street will transform into a hub of entertainment with stores open late, a Legion-run beer garden and BBQ, and activities spilling out into the heart of town. The lineup includes Michael Bryan opening the stage at 6 p.m. with a mix of originals and covers, followed by Urb

County of Brant councillors were given their first look last Tuesday at a powerful new growth management tool designed to track development, test future scenarios and improve transparency around how the community is expanding.

On a bitterly cold night in February 1944, a massive contingent of 822 British and Canadian aircraft was heading across the English Channel on a bombing run over Leipzig, Germany. The operation was successful, but there were dangers for the aircrews on the way home as well. One Canadian Halifax bomber did not make the return trip to safety. Aboard was Air Gunner Neil Stewart, from Paris Ontario. His plane was either shot down or crashed due to the icy conditions. It plunged i

Paris’ blossoming restaurant landscape has welcomed a stylish newcomer: Zynnia Indian Dine & Drink on Rest Acres Road. Offering an elevated take on Indian cuisine, the restaurant blends bold flavours with polished service and a sophisticated setting, giving food lovers plenty to celebrate close to home.

This weekend, residents will rally once again at Paris District High School for the enduring spirit of hope and resilience embodied by Terry Fox. On Sunday, September 14, 2025, the 45th-anniversary Paris Terry Fox Run invites everyone—runners, walkers, families, pets, and more—to take part in a collective stride against cancer.

With a rise in break and enters and thefts reported across Paris and the County of Brant in recent months, local police are inviting residents to learn how to better protect themselves and their property.

The Augusta National Golf Course, where the Masters golf tournament is played and whose holes are adorned with pine trees, must have the same aroma as Paris’ Dwayne Bereziuk Memorial Disc Golf Course; at least that’s the imagery that ran in my imagination. Instead of pro golfers and an extensive gallery of fans, over Labour Day weekend, there were 64 amateur youth disc golfers and their families for the Ontario Disc Golf Junior Championship tournament.

A St. George ball player has struck gold at the national level and earned a spot on Team Canada. Nate Wylie, a Grade 11 student at Paris District High School, helped the U17 Napanee Express capture the U17 Men’s Canadian Fast Pitch Championship in August. Napanee closed out the tournament with a 13-2 win over their rival Wilmot Thunder, powered by a relentless offensive attack and steady work on the mound from Wylie.

The Paris Fair’s annual Baby Show drew about 65 youngsters to the J.H. Buck Exhibition Centre on Labour Day, bringing families and friends together for one of the fair’s most endearing traditions. The line to register began before 9 a.m. as parents, grandparents and siblings arrived to cheer on the babies competing in 10 age classes, along with special themed categories such as Midway Clown and Beach Baby.

This weekend, residents will rally once again at Paris District High School for the enduring spirit of hope and resilience embodied by Terry Fox. On Sunday, September 14, 2025, the 45th-anniversary Paris Terry Fox Run invites everyone—runners, walkers, families, pets, and more—to take part in a collective stride against cancer. Last year’s event was deeply moving, featuring heartfelt tributes from Clayton Eaton and Heidi Wright. Clayton carried on an emotional tradition in h

The Afro-CariBrant Festival returned this past weekend, bigger and stronger than ever, expanding from a one-day celebration in its first two years to a two-day cultural showcase in 2025. Organizers say the growth is proof of the community’s embrace of the event, which celebrates the African, Caribbean and Black (ACB) culture through music, food, art and storytelling. In 2024, the festival drew 4,022 attendees. This year, attendance records were broken on opening day alone.

In the rolling fields of southwestern Ontario, farmers are turning to an age-old ally to boost productivity and protect their land: trees.   Trees work hard to protect soil, water, crops, and even livestock. “Trees are more than just scenery,” says Myles Henderson, Forestry Specialist with the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA). “When placed correctly, they become part of the farm’s infrastructure.”  There are three practices for tree planting that work well for farm

This Labour Day weekend, the 167th Annual Paris Fair returned with all the charm, energy, and small-town warmth that’s made it a beloved tradition. Running from August 27 to September 1, the fair transformed the Paris Fairgrounds into a five-day extravaganza brimming with heart-pounding excitement and community spirit.