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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.

Chepstow Funfest Weekend family fun at its finest despite weather

Cathy Spitzig June 27, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, Sports, Walkerton Herald-Times

CHEPSTOW – Chepstow Funfest Weekend 2024 lived up to its “funfest” name despite weather…

Peabody wishes community a happy Canada Day

Pauline Kerr June 27, 2024News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Chris Peabody, mayor of Brockton and warden of Bruce County, wishes everyone a happy Canada Day, with the hope they get to spend quality time with family on the long weekend.

Rural health care access among issues raised at Chesley public hearing

Pauline Kerr June 27, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Ontario Health Coalition has been holding public hearings in communities across the province, to hear what the public has to say, and to gather input to develop recommendations for the future of our hospitals, including small, rural hospitals.

When in Rome, do as the Romans do

Pauline Kerr June 27, 2024Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Summer has arrived with a blast of hot, sunny weather and the usual migration of city folk to ……

St. John Ambulance honours its volunteers

Pauline Kerr June 27, 2024Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

St. John Ambulance Grey Bruce Huron Branch held its Honours and Recognition Dinner at the Elmwood community centre on June 19.

Lang officially resigns as deputy mayor

Pauline Kerr June 27, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The main item on the agenda for the June 18 meeting of Brockton council was the report by integrity commissioners Jeffrey Abrams and Janice Atwood of the firm Principles Integrity, on Deputy Mayor James Lang. 

County urges province to pause health-care service cuts

Pauline Kerr June 27, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Two members of Bruce County council – the mayors of Saugeen Shores and South Bruce – are asking the province to take a more wholistic approach when it comes to health care in this area.

Council votes to move the Elmwood community centre EV charging station; requests location inquiry

Pauline Kerr June 27, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Elmwood electric vehicle charger will be moving from its current location, at the side of the community centre.

Summer reading program kicks off with a foam party, bookmobile and more

Pauline Kerr June 20, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The dragon outside the Walkerton branch of the Bruce County Library on June 15 was so excited about the summer reading program, it was positively foaming at the mouth, much to the delight of children and an adult or two.

Brockton Deputy Mayor James Lang resigns – in writing

Pauline Kerr June 20, 2024Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Deputy Mayor James Lang has resigned from his position, effective noon, June 14, when his signed letter was presented to Mayor Chris Peabody.

Walkerton pool opened June 15

Pauline Kerr June 20, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

WALKERTON – Andersson Elvy was among the crowd of people who splashed down at the Walkerton pool…

Bruce County Council endorses Global Partnership for Nuclear Host Communities declaration

Pauline Kerr June 20, 2024Local News, News, Walkerton-Wingham-Listowel

Council has endorsed a declaration that creates a framework for communities engaging with the nuclear sector.

GBPH advises people to protect against heat-related illnesses

Pauline Kerr June 20, 2024News

With the Grey-Bruce area expected to experience a prolonged heat event for much of this week, Grey Bruce Public Health is urging residents and visitors to take steps to safeguard their health and prevent potential heat-related illnesses.

Brockton honours community volunteers at gala event in Cargill

Pauline Kerr June 20, 2024Arts & Entertainment, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

BROCKTON – An estimated 100 people gathered at the Cargill community centre on Thursday, June 13.

South Bruce Vintage Tractor Tour: what a way to celebrate Father’s Day!

Pauline Kerr June 20, 2024Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

This year’s 24th annual South Bruce Father’s Day Vintage Tractor Tour featured displays at sites throughout South Bruce, including two in Mildmay.

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Over 50 attend No Tyrants protest co-organized by Kincardine man

Contributed photos The No Tyrants protest, aimed at highlighting autocratic activities, specifically those in the United States, that was held in Owen Sound late last month brought over 50 protestors to Owen Sound’s city hall. Co-organizer Kevin Larson was very happy with the turnout, especially compared to another political protest around the same time.

Denny Scott dscott@midwesternnewspapers.com OWEN SOUND – A local rally aimed at refuting the…

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Property, violent, drug crime down in April

Perth County OPP and community representatives heard the statistics on crime for the area, highlighting a successful property raid in North Perth to seize stolen property and how many offenders are being monitored locally. 

LDSS hosts Madill for final 2026 HPAA soccer match

LISTOWEL - The F.E. Madill senior girls' soccer team put two past the LDSS goaltender in the May 19 match in Listowel. The results of the last game of the season landed Wingham in second-place, and LDSS in seventh.

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Water festival draws hundreds of students to Chesley for 25th anniversary

CHESLEY - More than 1,200 students from across Grey and Bruce counties gathered in Chesley for the 25th annual Grey Bruce Children’s Water Festival, a three-day event focused on water education, conservation and hands-on learning.

Bluewater board recognizes student senators, welcomes incoming representatives at May meeting

CHESLEY - Students from across the Bluewater District School Board (BWDSB) were recognized for their leadership and contributions during a May 19 board meeting, as trustees and staff also welcomed incoming student senators set to begin their roles this fall.

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Fallout from Bill 124 not over yet – OPSEU Local 235 members on strike

HANOVER - On a cold, rainy Saturday, May 23, striking members of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) Local 235 – Community Living employees – picketed in Hanover on 10th Street, to draw attention to the fact they have yet to see compensation for what was taken from them with Bill 124.

Multi-year capacity funding agreement advances community readiness for proposed Bruce C project

WALKERTON - On May 21, Bruce County and Bruce Power executed a four-year, $2 million capacity funding agreement.

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Locally-made documentary chronicles storied career of artist and the generational impact made through colour

Outside of Wingham, Cory Bilyea sits across her dining room table, face lighting up when asked about when, decades earlier, her earthwalk crossed paths with Michael “Cy” Cywink.

In Photos: F E Madill girls softball

  The F. E. Madill Secondary School girls slow-pitch team hosted a multi-school regional…

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Editorial

Government decisions need to be reviewed with rural lens

Federal and provincial governments are forgetting how important rural and agricultural communities are to the country.

Do they really not make things like they used to?

Just so nobody gets the idea that I’m some kind of curmudgeon in a dark room hunched over my…

This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person

Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.

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Fallout from Bill 124 not over yet – OPSEU Local 235 members on strike

By Pauline Kerr

HANOVER - On a cold, rainy Saturday, May 23, striking members of the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) Local 235 – Community Living employees – picketed in Hanover on 10th Street, to draw attention to the fact they have yet to see compensation for what was taken from them with Bill 124.

Multi-year capacity funding agreement advances community readiness for proposed Bruce C project

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WALKERTON - On May 21, Bruce County and Bruce Power executed a four-year, $2 million capacity funding agreement.

Property, violent, drug crime down in April

By Rachel Hammermueller

Perth County OPP and community representatives heard the statistics on crime for the area, highlighting a successful property raid in North Perth to seize stolen property and how many offenders are being monitored locally. 

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