We can blame it all on Chaucer

February 12, 2026 @ 7:41 amColumns, Opinion, Walkerton Herald-Times

Contrary to popular belief, St. Valentine was never the patron saint of chocolate. He was, however, the patron saint of lovers – and also people with epilepsy, and beekeepers. His feast day is Feb. 14. According to the Britannica website, he continues to be recognized as a saint, although he was removed from the General…

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Pauline Kerr is a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter with the Walkerton Herald-Times. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada.