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Pauline Kerr

Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Pauline Kerr is a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter with the Walkerton Herald-Times. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada.

Peabody honoured for 25 years of municipal service

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - “It’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years,” said Mayor Chris Peabody at the Dec. 9 meeting of Brockton Council.

Cannabis-impaired driving panel discussion aimed at youth, also contains plenty of content for older drivers

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

GREY-BRUCE - The Dec. 3 webinar Cannabis Impaired Driving panel discussion may have been aimed at younger drivers, but there was plenty of content for older drivers. 

Food Bank recieves $6,000 donation from Tim Hortons

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Tim Hortons Restaurant presented a cheque for $6,164 to the Walkerton Food Bank.

Brockton Council set to consider change to deputy mayor election process

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - On Dec. 17, Brockton Council was set to hold a special meeting including public meetings on the new Walkerton Community Official Plan and Zoning bylaw review, and the updated Community Improvement Plan.

Bravo to the small-town elves!

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025Columns, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Local animal rights activist asks for ban on beaver trapping along Saugeen River trail

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Bobbi Sharpe, a local animal rights activist, addressed Brockton Council on Dec. 9 about an ongoing issue – trapping beavers along the Saugeen River in Walkerton.

No charges will be laid in fatal collision

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025News, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times

LONDON - The OPP have concluded its investigation into the tragic May 23 collision at intersection of Thorndale Road and Cobble Hills Road in Middlesex County.

Brockton to get new stand-alone child care centre

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - The Dec. 9 meeting of Brockton Council had positive news for parents, and prospective parents of small children - a report on the child care centre renovation project by the Municipality of Brockton and the Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board.

County to submit second draft of new Official Plan to province

Pauline Kerr December 18, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON - Land use planning manager Monica Morrison, and consultant Robert Rappolt from WSP Canada made a presentation to Bruce County council on Dec. 4, requesting direction on the county’s new draft Official Plan (OP).

Annual Santa Brunch held in Cargill

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Cargill’s Annual Santa Brunch was held at the Cargill Community Centre on Dec. 2.

Official Plan priority for returning county warden

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE COUNTY - Luke Charbonneau, mayor of Saugeen Shores, and Don Murray, mayor of Huron Kinloss, have both been acclaimed to a second term as warden and deputy warden, respectively, of Bruce County for 2026, the final year in the four-year term before the next municipal election.

Optimist Club host Breakfast With Santa event in Walkerton

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Royal Canadian Legion Hall in Walkerton was filled with little ones, eager to whisper their Christmas wishes to Santa on Dec. 6 as the local Optimist Club hosted Breakfast with Santa.

Westario Power announces proposed sale to ERTH Corporation

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Westario Power has announced a proposed sale of the utility to ERTH Corporation, and the board’s recommendation to shareholders to approve the sale.

Mayor receives provincial recognition for 25 years on Brockton Council

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON - Mayor Chris Peabody was set to receive the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing’s Long-standing Service Award for his 25 years on Brockton Council at the Dec. 9 council meeting.

Donor recognition event highlighted during SBGHC meeting

Pauline Kerr December 11, 2025News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BRUCE-GREY - CEO Nancy Shaw’s report on the Nov. 20 donor appreciation event in Kincardine was among the highlights of the Dec. 3 meeting of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre board of directors.

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OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

See all Listowel area articles.

Bruce County housing forum puts spotlight on ideas to address needs throughout region

PORT ELGIN - In celebration of National Housing Day, Bruce County hosted a housing forum on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at The Plex in Port Elgin.

Food Bank donation from Batte Meats

150 nutritious and delicious meat pies to the Walkerton Food Bank.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

Rural employers facing hurdles as Ottawa tightens rules around foreign workers

At a recent webinar hosted by the Huron County Local Immigration Partnership, several featured speakers highlighted how Canada’s rules on international post-secondary students and international temporary workers have changed.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

Columnists

OPP board to appeal to province for Mobile Crisis Response Team funding

By Rachel Hammermueller

Back in October, the Perth County OPP Board heard a presentation from the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) outlining their support for local hospitals and OPP responders, leading to a lengthy discussion over the impact they have in Perth and Huron Counties.

Increase in mental health and IPV instances locally; violent and property crime down in Perth County for November

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Perth County OPP board heard local crime statistics at their Nov. 9 meeting, with the continued issue of Intimate Partner Violence prevalent, but violent and property crime down overall. 

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team wins Regional Silverstick Tournament Dec. 14.

By Submitted

Wingham Ironmen U13 LL Blue team won the Regional Silverstick Tournament in Collingwood on Sunday…

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