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Columns
Ontario’s new OHIP+ proposal
A good start With last week’s “balanced” provincial budget, came a somewhat…
Hustonville founded, thrived, vanished in 20 years
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Dear Editor:
People often ask me where I get the inspiration for this column and I have one simple answer: I…
HMCS Fergus escorted Atlantic convoys in WWII
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
October
October may be the best month of the whole year for a multitude of reasons, not the least of which…
New dog licensing in Erin
Smart pet owners You can track your steps with your watch. You can stream music and video from your…
Furniture big business in Elora under John C. Mundell
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Fergus council had to mediate 1951 Beatty strike
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Receiving Belgian royals
Diplomatic faux pas Diplomacy is an art. At least that is how I interpret news about trade…
Erin’s worst fire burned out six businesses in 1913
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Privilege
When the Carpenter and I show up at the polls this week, we are bringing along a first-time voter.…
Uploading Hwy. 6 Connecting Link
An idea worth considering Centre Wellington Mayor Kelly Linton is hoping that Wellington County…
Riverfest memories
If it is possible to have a happiness hangover, that’s me this week. Three nights and two…
Connon struggled to earn living then left for Europe
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…