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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.

Weather co-operates – Brockton’s ice oval, ski trail are open

Pauline Kerr January 19, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mark Coleman, director of community services, got his wish. The weekend’s very cold temperatures were perfect for the opening of the skating oval and the new cross-country ski trail.

Fish Tails & Story Trails – more than the name is unique

Pauline Kerr January 14, 2022Business, Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

It took Brian Austin, owner of Fish Tails & Story Trails in Walkerton, a bit of effort to come up with a good name for his business.

Mass vaccination clinics to close Jan. 21

Pauline Kerr January 14, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

As of the beginning of the week, Grey Bruce Health Unit was reporting 67 new cases of COVID-19 in the previous 24 hours, spread fairly evenly across the area.

Best tobaggan hill ever

Pauline Kerr January 13, 2022Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Whether your “toboggan” is a snowboard, flying saucer, magic carpet, sled or even a traditional toboggan, the Centennial Park hill in Walkerton is the place to be, as this group of snow enthusiasts proved.

Hanover council passes resolution on Walkerton hospital situation

Pauline Kerr January 13, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Town of Hanover has passed a resolution to formally request the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care work with South Bruce Grey Health Centre to find an immediate solution to its staffing shortages.

First council meeting of 2022 contains good news for Brockton

Pauline Kerr January 13, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Chris Peabody noted prior to Tuesday night’s council meeting that the agenda contained some “good news” stories – a great start to the new year.

South Bruce Grey Health Centre copes with provincewide surgery ‘ramp-down’

Pauline Kerr January 13, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Measures are being taken to alleviate the staffing shortage that forced cuts to service at the Walkerton and Chesley hospitals just after Christmas, said South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) CEO Michael Barrett.

South Bruce Grey Health Centre welcomes first baby of 2022

Pauline Kerr January 13, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Jessica and Christopher Barnes of Kincardine are the proud parents of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre’s first baby of 2022, Robert “Robbie” Anthony Barnes.

Walkerton Hawks’ newest player scores twice against Hanover

Pauline Kerr January 5, 2022Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Hawks played back-to-back games against the Hanover Barons, winning 3-0 on Dec. 28 in Hanover and almost doing it again on home ice Sunday, Jan. 2.

Bruce County completes capital road, bridge projects in 2021

Pauline Kerr January 5, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

In the final meeting of 2021, Bruce County’s transportation and environmental services committee reviewed a report on capital projects for the year.

Hospital situation still not resolved as Brockton deals with new COVID measures

Pauline Kerr January 5, 2022Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody met Tuesday morning with his municipality’s emergency group.

Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week 2022 goes virtual for the second year

Pauline Kerr January 3, 2022Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week, Jan. 4-11, 2022 is a go, thanks to the communications technology wizards from CTRE Productions. The only thing missing will be the wonderful scent of roast beef at the Elmwood Community Centre.

2021 marked by success for Brockton

Pauline Kerr December 30, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The year 2021 was a busy one for Brockton despite COVID-19.

Hanover hospital prepares for more patients due to Walkerton ER overnight closure

Pauline Kerr December 30, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The overnight closure of Walkerton’s emergency room will have ripple effects.

Peabody doesn’t want to see Walkerton hospital ‘shortchanged’

Pauline Kerr December 30, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Chris Peabody still hasn’t heard back from Ontario Health regarding the overnight closure of the Walkerton hospital’s emergency room.

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Howick passes 2026 budget with 5.34% tax rate increase, plus 2% capital infrastructure levy

HOWICK - The council chambers here were more crammed than usual, as addi- tional chairs had to be brought in for mem- bers of the public in attendance for the township’s third draft budget presentation – which was passed at a tax rate increase of 5.34 per cent plus 2% capital infrastruc- ture levy.

North Perth continues to warm hearts with sixth-annual CNOY in Listowel

LISTOWEL – As the winter weather shows small signs of slowing, the break in colder weather brings…

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Sing! Show Chorus moving to Cargill Community Centre

WALKERTON - Byron Ballagh, Maria Ballagh and Steph Fortney, representing Sing! Show Chorus, appeared as a delegation at the Feb. 10 meeting of Brockton Council to request a rental rate reduction for Cargill Community Centre.

Council seeks to optimize use of sport courts

WALKERTON - The outdoor pickleball season isn’t that far away, and Brockton council wants to make sure users of the newly-refurbished tennis and pickleball courts in Walkerton are contributing what they should toward capital and operating costs.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Belgrave community hosts Family Day celebration

The Belgrave Community Centre was the place to be on Family Day with a family breakfast hosted by…

Howick Fire receives $16,800 grant

At its Jan. 27 regular meeting, council here approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario after successfully securing $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

The horizon looms

It is a good news story that the Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) trustees adopted their 2026 budget late last month, but it doesn’t line up with what is on the horizon. 

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.

Columnists

Belgrave community hosts Family Day celebration

By Cory Bilyea

The Belgrave Community Centre was the place to be on Family Day with a family breakfast hosted by…

Howick Fire receives $16,800 grant

By Nicole Beswitherick

At its Jan. 27 regular meeting, council here approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with the Province of Ontario after successfully securing $16,800 through the Fire Protection Grant from the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office.

Howick secures pothole grant

By Nicole Beswitherick

After successfully securing $38,000 through the Ontario Pothole Prevention and Repair Program, council here has approved entering into a transfer payment agreement with His Majesty the King in right of Ontario as represented by the Minister of Transportation.

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