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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.

Grey Bruce Health Unit reports rising COVID numbers, Dec. 28

Pauline Kerr December 28, 2021News

As of Dec. 27, the Grey Bruce Health Unit was reporting 83 new cases of COVID-19 including 19 in Saugeen Shores, 15 in Owen Sound and 10 in Kincardine. Brockton had four cases.

Ice oval to return to Lobies Park for another season

Pauline Kerr December 22, 2021Local News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

“With the weather’s co-operation, there will be ice,” said Mark Coleman, director of community services.

Hawks skid into Christmas break with pair of losses

Pauline Kerr December 22, 2021Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Hawks had a disappointing weekend, first losing 10-3 to Mitchell on home ice Friday night, followed by a 4-1 loss to Goderich on Saturday.

Larsen & Shaw employees get delicious Christmas gift 

Pauline Kerr December 22, 2021Business, Local News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

It was a Christmas gift a year in the making. Mary Jane Bushell, president and CEO of Larsen and Shaw Ltd., Walkerton, explained, “For several years my husband and I have supported local farms through their CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) programs.

Health unit urges caution in the face of rising COVID numbers

Pauline Kerr December 22, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

COVID-19 numbers continue to rise in Grey-Bruce.

Arra updates board of health on new COVID-19 information

Pauline Kerr December 22, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Dr. Ian Arra, medical officer of health (MOH), told members of the board of health at the Dec. 17 meeting there has been a change in trends over the previous 10 days.

Brockton mayor calls hospital service cuts ‘unacceptable’

Pauline Kerr December 22, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Mayor Chris Peabody says he’s mad and is going to stay that way, in the face of looming hospital service cuts in Brockton and area.

Santa visits Cargill

Pauline Kerr December 22, 2021Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

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South Bruce Grey Health Centre announces service cuts to deal with critical shortage of nurses

Pauline Kerr December 20, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

South Bruce Grey Health Centre announced in a press release it will be closing the Walkerton emergency department from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. daily, and converting Chesley hospital to a 20-bed alternate level of care unit, effective Dec. 27, for an indefinite period.

Hawks draw large crowd for Friday night game

Pauline Kerr December 15, 2021Sports

It was a busy weekend for the Walkerton Hawks, with two home games and one away, none of which produced the results the Hawks wanted.

Walkerton musician releases second album

Pauline Kerr December 15, 2021Local News, Music, Walkerton Herald-Times

Pat McNinch, known in music circles as PJ Mack, is no stranger to the recording studio.

Bruce County updated on homelessness response

Pauline Kerr December 15, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The issue of homelessness is a concern as winter weather sets in.

Herald-Times’ Knittin’ Tree a success

Pauline Kerr December 15, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Many families in the area will be having a warmer Christmas thanks to the knitting skills of people who donated enough mittens, scarves, hats, socks and baby blankets to cover the Walkerton Herald-Times Christmas “knittin’” tree – and then some! Here, Molly Clark-Hurley of the Bruce County’s human s

Brockton to seek MZO for high-density residential development

Pauline Kerr December 15, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A busy council agenda Tuesday evening included one report that spells good news for people desperate for affordable housing.

Province doubles OCIF grant to Brockton

Pauline Kerr December 15, 2021Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The provincial government recently announced it is more than doubling the Ontario Communities Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) grant from 2021, providing almost $17 million to help build and repair infrastructure across Huron-Bruce.

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“Erie Belle” blows up off Kincardine

KINCARDINE - On Nov. 21, 1883 the “Erie Belle” was destroyed in a boiler explosion two miles south of Kincardine.

McGugan briefs Huron County Council on amalgamation pitfalls

GODERICH – “The bottom line is that we expect this amalgamation to be more costly for the…

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Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

2026 International Plowing Match media day

To access this post, you must purchase Digital Subscription - Monthly or Digital…

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Bruce County’s IPM enters final countdown

WALKERTON - With less than two weeks until the gates open, Bruce County's 2026 International Plowing Match is about 90 per cent complete.

Going Hog Wild: Mildmay fair packs three days of tradition and family fun

MILDMAY - Crowds packed the arena on opening night and lined the grounds through a weekend of sunshine as the 161st Mildmay Fall Fair mixed long-standing traditions with new memories, from crowning a new ambassador to cheering at the demolition derby.

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Media representatives get a taste of what’s in store at 2026 International Plowing Match

WALKERTON – On Sept. 11, media people got a taste of the excitement that’s building about the 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo in Bruce County, just outside Walkerton.

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LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

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The price of staying alive

I was six years old when I got my first insulin pump – a year after I was diagnosed with Type 1…

Still reaching for that flag

Unlike minor hockey, when it comes to international economics, when you’ve got them on the ropes, you have to keep hitting. And Prime Minister Mark Carney seems intent on doing that. 

Learning from Ignatieff, Pierre’s son, ‘Titanic’

“If this is the direction the rats are going, that’s good enough for me.”

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Perth County archives sees increase in inquiries, some linked to new citizenship law

By Kelsey Bent

STRATFORD – A recent report to Perth County council states Stratford-Perth Archives staff have responded to 2,021 queries via email/phone and in-person visits this year as of the middle of August. This is a 48 per cent increase over the same period in 2025.

LWHA welcomes Dr. Isabella Graham to growing surgical program

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Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance (LWHA) officials said in a media release they are continuing to strengthen its surgical program with the recruitment of Dr. Isabella Graham, who will join the organization as a general surgeon.

Mills back in court Oct. 26, completing program for charge

By Rachel Hammermueller

Mills, along with Duty Counsel Melissa Egan, provided an update to Justice of the Peace K. McNamara for Mills’ ongoing legal process, after the Central Huron resident was originally charged in connection with an altercation in February in Wingham.

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