The quality of editorial comment For half a century readers of Hermanus's local newspapers have been spoilt by having local news interpreted for them by vigilant and fearless, yet caring editors who were not afraid to take sides, to express concern, to lambaste or to praise. Two of the Hermanus Times s journalists have received the prestigious Sanlam Community Press Journalist of the Year award. Residents who have made it their life's work to protect these have always found a sympathetic ear here. Water affairs Column upon column of newspaper space has for years been dedicated to the availability of water to an increasing population. No Hermanus newspaper has ever denied its marine links, and from the beginning there were reports about harbours, catches, tidal pools, lagoon openings, rescues and burials at sea.
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