Tag: News
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War on journalists: 173 reporters killed in Gaza since October 2023
Journalists continue to speak out about the wars between Israel and Gaza Since the attacks on Gaza on Oct. 7, 2023, the death toll for journalists documenting the war between Israel and…
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Army navy air force club recovering
Local legion hall that burnt down in October currently attempting to recover with the help of the community The Army Navy Club at 645 Colborne St was burnt because of a fire…
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Project 2025: Trump’s new plan
How will trumps proposed agenda impact women in the United States and even trickle into Canada On Nov. 5, Donald Trump, the leader of the Republican Party, was elected as the 47th…
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Bridging Divides: what can we do?
Contributed photo/Bridging Divides research team information pamphlet The documentary that shines a light on the prevalence of homelessness in midsize regions A four-year research project culminating in a documentary premiere at Cambridge’s…
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Al-Aqsa Hospital burns
A year of genocide continues as humanitarian zone with 400,000 people are affected by Israel airstrike Contributed photo/ Al Jazeera Bombs falling from the sky In Northern Gaza, Al-Aqsa Hospital, a shelter…
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Laurier Brantford: home to countless students and stories, waiting to be known
GRAPHIC BY NATASHA O’NEILL / THE SPUTNIK PHOTOGRAPHY When I first came to this campus, I was a first year student with dozens of questions and a burning desire…
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Fifth-annual “Social Justice Forum” looks at activism efforts in the community
From Monday, Sept. 23, to Tuesday, Sept. 24, students and scholars collected in the Carnegie building for the fifth-annual Social Justice Forum, listening to researchers discuss their thoughts and findings regarding social…
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Homecoming 2019 celebrates 20 years of Laurier Brantford
Last month marked a significant milestone in the history of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Brantford campus, as the community celebrated its twentieth anniversary with Laurier’s Homecoming on Sept. 21. The satellite campus, which…
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WLUSP elections – Open Forum
The 2017 Wilfrid Laurier University Student Publications (WLUSP) elections are well under way with a public forum that took place on the Brantford Campus on Jan. 12. The forum started at 10…
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Global warming meets Grand River’s watershed
As winter continues, local authorities advise of rising water levels within the Grand River Watershed. On Jan. 3 2017, the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) issued a warning to Brantford residents that…
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Procrastination
How many times have you found yourself taking the short way out, using the excuse of “Hey, this is just way more convenient for me right now!.” The art of conveniences has…
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GO Transit available in Brantford this year
The anticipation is finally over – GO Transit is coming to the city of Brantford this September. The arrival of the transportation service was announced by Premier Kathleen Wayne in the early…
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Shots fired: How the media covered Ottawa
We’ve all heard about it, it’s kind of hard not to when every major North American news network covered the story since its emergence. I am talking about the recent Ottawa Parliament…
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The Trews: Exploring the value of the Internet’s new media forums
Tired of fear-based media? Are you sick of the endless speculation of rumours? You want the news true and accurate? Well the internet has provided you with just what you want. Russell…
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Keep it simple stupid!
A time of moral panic can dissolve even the most stoic thinker’s poker face. Trying to adjust one’s moral compass to the direction of justness in a time in which each day…
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Summer water restrictions hit Brantford
Since May 2003, the City of Brantford has been implementing strict watering restrictions in an effort to lower water consumption throughout the summer months. According to Leanne Knuckle of the City of…
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Telephone City Musical Society to hold D-Day memorial concert
Brantford’s Telephone City Musical Society (TCMS) is honoring the 70-year anniversary of D-Day with a memorial concert in partnership with Brantford Pipes & Drums. June 6, 2014 marks the 70-year anniversary of…
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Canada Day event expected to bring 25,000 people to Lions Park
On June 2, organizers of Brantford’s Canada Day celebration met with Mayor Chris Friel and held a media conference to unveil the festivities planned for Canada’s 147th birthday. Brantford Parks and Recreation…
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Grand River likely to flood
With each spring comes a season full of decision-making. Should one opt for a coat or sweater? Is it really necessary to tote an umbrella? Despite the variety-packed nature of the…
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Bill C-23, an election act deemed to be fair
Conservative Bill C-23 may ultimately affect only students, the elderly and Aboriginals. Introduced by the Minister of Justice, the initial reason for Bill C-23 was to strengthen election rules. Bill C-23, first…
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Unemployment on the rise in Niagara region
The closing of Big Lots and Myers Industries paired with severe winter conditions may be the cause in an unemployment spike. The spike was announced in March after February numbers were officially…
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Transit fare on the rise
As of April 1, 2014, it will cost $3 to take a ride on Brantford public transit. The twenty-five cent hike in fare only applies to cash transactions; the price of monthly…
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Thomas Mulcair visits Brantford
On Tuesday evening, leader of the NDP, the official opposition, Thomas Mulcair, addressed a hall full of Brantford residents. After a full day of visiting within the GTA, furthering the NDP’s affordability…
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Arrest made in York University shooting
After a weeklong investigation, Toronto Police have apprehended and charged a person they believe to be the gunman involved with last week’s shooting at York University. 22-year-old Kemon Edwards has been charged…
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Ontario creates business ties with the Middle East
Business ties with the Middle East are being strengthened to create jobs in Ontario. On Mar. 4, Dr. Eric Hoskins, Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Employment, ended a successful “business mission”…
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More jobs coming to Brantford
A protein sports supplement factory will bring more jobs to the Brantford area in the near future. NutraBlend Foods is amongst the four newest companies receiving financial support from the Southwestern Ontario…
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Seniors to get support: Ontario accepting applications
Communities can now begin to apply with the Ontario government for the new Seniors Community Grant. The applications are being taken from not-for-profits which are looking to help seniors feel more connected…
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Two Brantford residents arrested on drug charges
Two Brantford residents now face drug related charges. Last week, the Brantford Police Street Crime Unit stopped a vehicle near Henry Street and Empey Street in East Brantford. The occupants of the…
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B is for Brantford
After years of work, the City of Brantford has a new city logo. But after just one week, complaints and debates over the new logo throughout the Brantford community has forced the…
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Eleven dollars: The new standard
Ontario’s minimum wage is set to increase at the beginning of this summer from its current $10.25. As of June 2014, Ontario will see their current minimum wage raise from $10.25 to…
