The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
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One of the best things to come of this mucked up merry season is that it has really brought forth the luxury of staying home for the holidays, of shopping local and being grateful for where I live.
Wellington District government frustrated in 1840s
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Merrily married
Even the strongest marriages will be tested when it comes time to put up the Christmas tree. I know…
Wellington County was established in 1854
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Spin out
I cannot speak for my husband, the Carpenter, but I suspect there are times when being married to…
News from the Mapleton Township area in 1851, 1957
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Open Mind: Remembering strength
This year certainly has been one to remember. I think that from a mental health perspective, it…
Noggin
I’ve recently been reminded in my marriage that while opposites attract, sometimes we’re not…
Elora post office has been in business since 1839
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Small towns
I recently had a short visit with my 18 year-old son who is living on his own in what is…
Wellington generously supported Hazel Relief Fund
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Leaves
I woke up last Friday morning to the news that Anita Stewart, a community champion and someone I…
Shand Dam ‘saved its cost in one night’ during Hazel
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Boo
Halloween is upon us. This makes me ridiculously happy. Like most grown-ups, I love this tradition…