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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.

Local businessman makes it easier for police to fight crime

Pauline Kerr June 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

A local businessman, Darren Holm, has developed a concept that could make it easier for people to help police make this community safer.

Bruce County council gets update on development charge study

Pauline Kerr June 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The county has moved a step closer to implementing development charges, with an information workshop held for council on June 15, during the meeting of the corporate services committee.

Peabody believes Bailey bridge best option for Walkerton during Durham Street bridge project

Pauline Kerr June 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Chris Peabody, Brockton mayor and Bruce County warden, said that the Durham Street bridge continues to top the agenda at both Bruce County and Brockton council meetings.

Bruce County warden floats the idea of exploring additional options for Durham Street bridge replacement

Pauline Kerr June 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Warden Chris Peabody wants to ensure all possibilities are explored, prior to a decision being made about Walkerton’s Durham Street bridge, due for replacement in 2025-26.

Great turnout, perfect weather at Golf Fore Hospice 2023

Pauline Kerr June 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The turnout was excellent and the weather was even better, at this year’s Golf Fore Hospice event at the Walkerton Golf and Curling Club on June 20.

Walkerton Horticultural Society unveils sculpture in memory of Nancy Bajurny

Pauline Kerr June 21, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

One of Walkerton’s most visible and beautiful flower gardens is now graced with a magnificent sculpture, in loving memory of Nancy Bajurny, long-time Walkerton Horticultural Society (WHS) member and president.

SBGHC board discusses lessons learned from COVID

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

As the health-care sector in general shifts to handling COVID-19 as it would any other contagious disease, pandemic responses are being looked at.

Harvards visit Saugeen Municipal Airport

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Local News, Walkerton Herald-Times

If some of the planes flying above Saugeen Municipal Airport on Saturday, June 10 sounded a bit different, it was because they were. The Harvard aircraft has a unique throaty roar, and there were two of the historic war planes based in Tillsonburg, at SMA, where they took fortunate individuals for a

Celebrating Dairy Month: Third generation dairy farmer describes modern dairy operation – Ikendale Farms

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Rural, Walkerton Herald-Times

Ikendale Farms, located just west of Walkerton on Concession Road 2, is presently operated by third generation dairy farmers, brothers and partners Tyler and Chris Kuntz, along with their wives.

St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church in Carlsruhe celebrates 150th anniversary

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church in Carlsruhe is celebrating its 150th anniversary on June 25.

Saugeen Hospice holds garage sale fundraiser

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Saugeen Hospice Inc. held an indoor yard sale at the Walkerton agricultural building on June 10 to raise funds and bring the goal of a residential hospice serving southern Bruce and Grey counties a step closer. While the lengthy government approvals process moves forward, fundraising is already in h

Peabody proposes alternatives for bridge project

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Warden Chris Peabody said he’s planning to bring a notice of motion to Bruce County council on June 15 regarding the Durham Street bridge replacement project in Walkerton.

Durham Street Bridge replacement plans have business community concerned

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Business, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

With the project to replace Paisley’s venerable bridge over the Saugeen River nearing completion, attention has turned to another bridge over the river, this one in downtown Walkerton.

Over 80 community members attend Water Blessing in Lobies Park

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

Talk without action has little meaning, a complaint that’s often been made about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s efforts to redress the legacy of residential schools and enhance the process of reconciliation in this country.

Everleigh and Lylah Spahr get behind the wheel of one of the massive fire trucks on display during the June 6 Walkerton Fire Department touch-a-truck event. How much more fun could an event be? (Pauline Kerr photo)

IN PHOTOS: 2023 Walkerton Firefighters’ Association Breakfast and Touch-a-Truck

Pauline Kerr June 15, 2023Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times

The Walkerton Firefighters Association hosted its annual breakfast and touch-a-truck event in Walkerton on Saturday. The event drew a large crowd, and had something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

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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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Seven Trailblazing women share their stories at library event

LISTOWEL – Parkview Gardens hosted a full turnout for the North Perth Public Library’s Tell Me a Story; Trailblazing Women event on Oct. 15.

Bill 125 proposed to reduce appeal, availability of vapour products to youth

STRATFORD – The Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) Board of Health received a letter in its correspondence regarding support for Bill 125 at its Oct. 9 meeting.

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New garbage collection contract to go out for bids

TEESWATER – A new curbside garbage collection contract is being put out for bids after the current provider plans to end service Dec. 31, with several smaller communities potentially gaining collection for the first time. 

Students take part in province-wide mock municipal election

HANOVER – More than 140,000 students across Ontario took part in a parallel municipal and school board election this fall, including students learning about the candidates and democratic process in communities across Bruce and Grey counties.

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Ellis claims top prize in TV Bingo

BRUCE – Fran Ellis of Walkerton claimed the highest-value prize in the Wightman Rotary TV Bingo last week. 

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Wingham Legion members speak to their place in community, as Branch 180 celebrates a century of service

In the heart of Wingham sit Jim and Cheryl Saint, at a table in the lower level of Branch 180 Wingham – Royal Canadian Legion. They’re reminiscing about their combined nearly 80 years as members of this legion, both following in the footsteps of their veteran fathers.

Memories of Wingham: Roger Burchill shares close calls

Everyone has their problems, but Roger Burchill has had more than his share. He recalls some close calls and also some real tragedies. He recently shared them in his own words.

See all Wingham area articles.

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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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Wingham Legion members speak to their place in community, as Branch 180 celebrates a century of service

By Rachel Hammermueller

In the heart of Wingham sit Jim and Cheryl Saint, at a table in the lower level of Branch 180 Wingham – Royal Canadian Legion. They’re reminiscing about their combined nearly 80 years as members of this legion, both following in the footsteps of their veteran fathers.

Memories of Wingham: Roger Burchill shares close calls

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Everyone has their problems, but Roger Burchill has had more than his share. He recalls some close calls and also some real tragedies. He recently shared them in his own words.

The Maitland Scare Path was a creepy start into Halloween

By Rachel Hammermueller

The Maitland Scare Path in Wingham was a creepy start into the Halloween weekend. At nightfall Oct.…

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