Not too often, but on occasion, I come up with little or no ideas on what or which I should tackle…
Turnout in municipal elections was frequently low in the 20th century
Last week’s column covered some of the changes in municipal voting through the 19th century.…
Generation Ys indifference to society mocks work ethic
What can we expect now that Generation Y, those in the 18 to 29 age category, are approaching…
The juggling act
It was a typical Sunday morning. The coffee was poured. The newspaper was spread across the kitchen…
Frosty morning
I often rise quite early in the morning, usually before the rest of the family stirs in the rest of…
Does anyone remember the old Wellington County Police Association?
The picture accompanying this column should tug at the memories of some of the older readers of…
Ignorance is not bliss
It is through education that our young people come to know what society cherishes. By means of…
Wonderful weather
Wow. Wow. Wow. What a beautiful Thanksgiving weekend we had. The weather could not have been…
Lead by example
Before I begin, let me say I have a squeaky clean driving record. I have all my points incurring…
Farmers political picnic in 1897 featured notable speakers
Today there are very few people who know of the Patrons of Industry, but in the heyday of the…
The last hurrah
According to the consumer price index, inflation is under control. Nonetheless, those numbers were…
Tart or treat
I believe Halloween costumes say a lot about the person wearing them; you know, who they really are…
Birthdays
Believe it or not, by the time this column reaches you I will be fast approaching another birthday.…
German immigrant Bill Geiger prospered in Fergus
Today there are few immigrants from western Europe to Wellington County, or indeed, to anywhere in…
Trying for our local hospitals
Supporting our local health care services – not only for today, but also for tomorrow –…