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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.

Brockton council approves false alarm bylaw

Pauline Kerr April 6, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Any business with a faulty alarm system would be advised to get it repaired. Failure to do so could be expensive.

Housing, war in Ukraine are both agricultural issues

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Local News, News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

The definition of what’s an agricultural issue got a lot broader during the March 24 Politicians’ Meeting, organized and sponsored by the Bruce County and Grey County federations of agriculture.

Walkerton Hawks win three straight against Goderich

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

It seems the season isn’t over for the Walkerton Hawks after all.

Planning, preparation key to Grey Bruce Health Unit’s successful case, contact and outbreak management

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The highlight of the March 25 meeting of the Grey-Bruce board of health was a presentation by Gillian Jordan, the COVID-19 team public health manager.

Luxus Decor reopens under new ownership

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Business, Walkerton Herald-Times

Jennifer Bird has reopened Luxus Dekor Inc. on the main street of Walkerton. The elegant shop is filled with luxurious textiles, beautiful home decor and entertaining ideas as well as the much sought after Fusion Mineral Paint. Bird said she’s looking forward to meeting customers and invites everyon

Brockton mayor says council ‘on the same page’ in wanting a timeline for restoring 24-hour service at local ERs

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Chris Peabody noted the recent meeting between council, and South Bruce Grey Health Care (SBGHC) board chair Bill Heikkila and CEO Michael Barrett, saw “everyone on the same page.”

Second World War veteran frustrated by lack of action to end Russian invasion of Ukraine

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

R. Patrick “Pat” Onions, L/S CNVR, is a Second World War naval veteran who has a perspective on the Russian invasion of Ukraine that’s based on having seen action in time of war.

Still no timeline for restoring full service to hospital ERs in Walkerton, Chesley

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brockton council members were looking for answers from South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) board chair Bill Heikkila and CEO Michael Barrett, when the two attended council’s March 22 meeting.

Huron-Kinloss council passes 2022 municipal budget

Pauline Kerr March 30, 2022Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

Huron-Kinloss gave third and final reading to this year’s budget at the March 21 meeting of council. The grand total to be raised from taxation is $9,394,963.

Hawks eliminated from Pollock Division playoffs by Patriots

Pauline Kerr March 23, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

This wasn’t the season the Walkerton Hawks had hoped for. The team was still in building mode when COVID-19 hit, and couldn’t manage to compete with the stronger teams in the division.

Explore the mysteries of the Greenock Swamp

Pauline Kerr March 23, 2022Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

It’s a different world, where the wind rustling through ancient, weathered cedars carries hints of loggers’ calls, spiced with a bit of moonshine.

Saugeen Conservation to renew contract with NWMO

Pauline Kerr March 23, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Saugeen Conservation voted to continue with year two of an agreement with Nuclear Waste Management Organization’s environmental baseline monitoring program, June 2022 to June 2023.

SVCA advises property owners to go to municipality first when they need an approval

Pauline Kerr March 23, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

When you want to build on a piece of property, do you go to the conservation authority first or the municipal planning office (or in Bruce, the county)?

401 Cayley St. residents returning to building

Pauline Kerr March 23, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Residents have been returning to 401 Cayley St., Walkerton as repairs are completed.

Bruce County council discusses vaccination status of long-term care home staff

Pauline Kerr March 23, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

County Coun. Chris Peabody, Brockton, who chairs the county’s long-term care homes committee of management, concluded last week’s meeting by thanking the 15 county employees who were redeployed to both Brucelea Haven and Gateway Haven during the month of February.

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Beautification committee asks council for change with bylaw enforcement

HOWICK - At its Dec. 9 meeting, council here received a delegation from Howick’s Community Improvement and Beautification Committee about the idea of exploring the possibility of expanding the township’s bylaw enforcement time, budget and capabilities.

Howick to receive $2 million for child care build

Provided that Howick Council commits to the creation of a childcare facility by the end of the year, Huron County will funnel $2 million to Howick from the province to cover the cost of creating the space.

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Choose good luck with your New Year’s menu

WALKERTON - When you plan your New Year’s dinner menu, be careful about which foods you choose.

Walkerton Herald-Times Dec. 25 Turnbacks

From Dec. 20, 1995

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Morris-Turnberry discusses 11 per cent OPP billing increase for 2026

Paying for Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) costs is going to “raise some eyebrows,” specifically at Morris-Turnberry this budget season, based on discussion at the regular council meeting on Dec. 16. 

Beautification committee asks council for change with bylaw enforcement

HOWICK - At its Dec. 9 meeting, council here received a delegation from Howick’s Community Improvement and Beautification Committee about the idea of exploring the possibility of expanding the township’s bylaw enforcement time, budget and capabilities.

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

Morris-Turnberry discusses 11 per cent OPP billing increase for 2026

By Rachel Hammermueller

Paying for Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) costs is going to “raise some eyebrows,” specifically at Morris-Turnberry this budget season, based on discussion at the regular council meeting on Dec. 16. 

Choose good luck with your New Year’s menu

By Pauline Kerr

WALKERTON - When you plan your New Year’s dinner menu, be careful about which foods you choose.

OPP seeking help identifying individuals in break and enters

By Submitted

LISTOWEL - Perth County OPP are requesting the public’s assistance with identifying three persons of interest in relation to repeat break and enters that occurred in Listowel on Dec. 14 and 16.

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