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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.

Time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens

Pauline Kerr May 18, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Most of us ignore emergency preparedness, until there is an emergency.

Kincardine hospital fundraising project hits high gear

Pauline Kerr May 18, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The South Bruce Grey Health Centre board of directors heard a presentation by Jack Nancekivell and Graham Mahood at the May 10 board meeting on the Kincardine fundraising campaign that’s underway.

Durham St. bridge: County holds public meeting to ‘bridge the gap’ for local businesses

Pauline Kerr May 18, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton bridge replacement information session for businesses on May 11 was far different from the public meeting held in October 2022.

Cleaning up Brockton

Pauline Kerr May 11, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

With the warm weather here to stay (or so we hope!), spring clean ups have been taking place across Brockton.

Minister of Long-Term Care responds to county concern

Pauline Kerr May 11, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Paul Calandra, Ontario’s minister of long-term care, has responded to correspondence from the county expressing concern over level of care per diem funding.

Peabody: Ridout Street report generates a lot of public interest

Pauline Kerr May 11, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Following discussion last month about concerns over traffic on Ridout Street, staff presented a report at the May 9 council meeting. “We’ve been getting a lot of calls,” said Mayor Chris Peabody.

Bruce County paramedics to get automated CPR machines

Pauline Kerr May 11, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

County Coun. Mark Goetz, South Bruce, had a question for Steve Schaus, the county’s director of paramedic services, on whether a new automated CPR machine is something his municipality should be looking at for local firefighters.

When crime becomes big business

Pauline Kerr May 11, 2023Columns, Listowel Banner, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

The numbers in the news stories are disturbing – 78 stolen vehicles seized by police in the Great Toronto Area. Apparently, the high-end vehicles such as Range Rovers were on their way to the United Arab Emirates.

Westario announces new interim president, CEO

Pauline Kerr May 3, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

This week, Westario Power announced the appointment of a new interim president and chief executive officer, effective May 1 – Walter Malcolm.

GBHU: Outreach having positive impact on opioid situation

Pauline Kerr May 3, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The opioid crisis continues to take precedence over COVID-19 in terms of importance at the Grey-Bruce Board of Health.

IN PHOTOS: 2023 Walkerton Agricultural Society’s Vendors Market

Pauline Kerr May 3, 2023Local News, News, Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Agricultural Society’s vendors markert was well-attended on Saturday, April 29.

Peabody: County to look at sustainable, attainable housing

Pauline Kerr May 3, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Brockton Mayor and Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody has arranged for a presentation at the May 4 meeting of Bruce County council, by Georgian Bay Housing Development Corp.

Time to stop blaming the pandemic

Pauline Kerr May 3, 2023Columns

Some of us are starting to see a pattern. The economy is a mess. Well, of course it is, and we need look no farther than the pandemic for something to blame.

Victoria Jubilee Hall receives grant to repair and refurbish 15 windows

Pauline Kerr May 3, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Council approved an application to the heritage fund for repairing and refurbishing 15 windows at Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH).

‘An Evening in Tuscany’ marks a return to in-person hospital foundation gala

Pauline Kerr May 3, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the Walkerton and District Hospital Foundation’s Moonlight Gala returned to an in-person format on Saturday, April 29.

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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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Howick Council approves zoning bylaw amendment

HOWICK - Huron County Planner Sarah Kurtz brought back a report to council regarding the 2026 housekeeping amendment to the Howick zoning bylaw at its April 7 meeting.

Council to re-enter five-year term with Aird and Berlis LLP

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

See all Listowel area articles.

South Bruce sees rise in building activity, approves higher limit for loader purchase

TEESWATER - South Bruce council received updates on increased building activity and ongoing public works operations at its April 14 meeting, including a rise in permit revenue and approval of a higher spending limit for a used loader.

ERTH plans for rising electricity demand amid supply concerns

TEESWATER - ERTH Power Corporation is expanding its operations and planning for future electricity demand as it moves ahead with a proposed partnership with Westario Power.

See all Mildmay area articles.

Saugeen Student Start-Up Program returns, giving youth a chance to launch summer businesses

BRUCE COUNTY - A regional summer program aimed at turning students into young entrepreneurs is returning for its seventh year, offering mentorship, training and up to $450 in funding to help youth launch their own businesses.

Special education updates highlight growing demand for supports at Bluewater school board

CHESLEY - Updates on student supports, service pressures and upcoming parent engagement opportunities were outlined in a Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) report presented to trustees earlier this month.

See all Walkerton area articles.

Howick Council approves zoning bylaw amendment

HOWICK - Huron County Planner Sarah Kurtz brought back a report to council regarding the 2026 housekeeping amendment to the Howick zoning bylaw at its April 7 meeting.

Council to re-enter five-year term with Aird and Berlis LLP

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

Where’s the chaos? The surveillance state? Mind-controlling drugs?

We awoke Tuesday morning in a world unlike any we had seen before: one in which a federal party didn’t win a majority but slowly, steadily built its way up to one - and then kind of won one in a by-election.

Hurting with you: our community

Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.

Finding a place to rest this lent season

During this Lent season, through the Lectio 365 Prayer App, I have been following along with…

Columnists

Howick Council approves zoning bylaw amendment

By Nicole Beswitherick

HOWICK - Huron County Planner Sarah Kurtz brought back a report to council regarding the 2026 housekeeping amendment to the Howick zoning bylaw at its April 7 meeting.

South Bruce sees rise in building activity, approves higher limit for loader purchase

By Emily Bowen

TEESWATER - South Bruce council received updates on increased building activity and ongoing public works operations at its April 14 meeting, including a rise in permit revenue and approval of a higher spending limit for a used loader.

Council to re-enter five-year term with Aird and Berlis LLP

By Nicole Beswitherick

HOWICK - Aird and Berlis LLP in Toronto has been appointed as the integrity commissioner for the township here for a five year term beginning March 1, 2026 and ending on March 31, 2031.

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