Canada’s economy is just about the strongest of any nation. That does not mean, however, that…
Picture perfect
You might think me superstitious, but I’m not (touch wood). I am sure that it was a mere…
It’s November
I find it hard to believe that spring has come and gone, summer came and went, and fall is already…
Orton woman tried to poison thieving school children a century ago
In 1910, Winnifred Black lived with her parents on a farm on the outskirts of Orton, not far from…
Wrong message at wrong time can come back to haunt the trusting investors
Investors have been told over and over again that the best strategy is to buy equities and hold…
Live to Remember
Remembrance Day presents an interesting challenge for parents. We must walk a delicate balance…
Winters coming
This past week I have spent almost every day outside in the fresh air and sunshine. Though the…
Major storm struck Wellington County in July 1870
Extreme weather conditions and storms are fascinating subjects for historical study. Wellington…
Objective analysis generally shows experts will see predictions reversed
A recent newspaper article stated that interest rates “have nowhere to go but up.” This…
High hoe
Hi ho. Hi ho. It’s off to work we go. We work all day … Well that’s not an…
Mirror, Mirror
Surely I am not the only person who wonders if their children were put forth onto this planet as…
East Luther native had remarkable career in Oregon
Wellington County has produced a large number of people who achieved distinction elsewhere in North…
Cracking down on abuse of Canadas immigration system
Canada is an open and generous society. Every year, we welcome hundreds of thousands of immigrants…
Too many are ignoring all the warning signs coming from the markets
A medical doctor can list the warning signs of pending serious health problems. Similarly, an…
Old farmer’s advice
Ever since I moved to the corner farm with the rural route address in the hilly outback of…