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Michael Owen

Michael Owen

Michael Owen has worked in news since 2009 and most recently joined Village Media in 2023 as a general assignment reporter for BradfordToday

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Council united over 'desperate' need for more Bradford schools

Council united over 'desperate' need for more Bradford schools

'We have far too many children and teenagers learning in portables. That’s not good for the learning environment,' says councillor
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Cookies with Santa draws sweet crowd in Bradford (13 photos)

Cookies with Santa draws sweet crowd in Bradford (13 photos)

St. Teresa Of Calcutta Catholic School hosted festive holiday event for parents and students
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Gwillimdale Farms faces $1M class-action human trafficking lawsuit

Gwillimdale Farms faces $1M class-action human trafficking lawsuit

'Gwillimdale Farms knowingly, recklessly and/or negligently took part in the human trafficking' of workers, alleges filing; owners vow to 'vigorously' defend against allegations
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Bradford’s newest barber, just 18, vows to be a cut above

Bradford’s newest barber, just 18, vows to be a cut above

Unite Barbershop hosting grand opening on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 12-5 p.m., offering food, friendship and fresh looks
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Plan for Bradford's Catalyst Centre gets mix of sticker shock, hope

Plan for Bradford's Catalyst Centre gets mix of sticker shock, hope

Councillors express concerns over $200K cost to town and more than $500K needed from other sources; It’s 'less a business plan and more a hope,' says Scott
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Litter traps planned to protect Bradford’s West Holland River

Litter traps planned to protect Bradford’s West Holland River

'This simple solution — for a very modest amount of money — will significantly reduce waste entering into our watershed, protecting our ecosystems,' says Scott
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Bradford council green-lights new crosswalk, special bollards

Bradford council green-lights new crosswalk, special bollards

‘We can make sure that we make a difference in saving lives and making our streets safer,’ says safety committee member
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Marsh drainage board asks Bradford for $355,863 in 2024 budget

Marsh drainage board asks Bradford for $355,863 in 2024 budget

Funds help ensure the necessary maintenance work to the eight pumping stations and 56 drains throughout the Holland Marsh
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MyChoice rates Bradford one of the safest places to drive in Ontario

MyChoice rates Bradford one of the safest places to drive in Ontario

'Community involvement is crucial'; Residents asked to participate in town’s traffic mitigation strategy with second public meeting on Dec. 13
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A Children’s Christmas coming to Bradford’s Auld Kirk

A Children’s Christmas coming to Bradford’s Auld Kirk

Event set to feature local actor performing dramatic reading of historical fiction written by long-time Bradford reporter
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