In previous generations in a strict middle-class family, it was almost an axiom that children…
Opinion
Leadership bid
I am running to be leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. As you are aware, Stephen Harper…
Assisted dying
Over the last number of months, I have listened to feedback from many residents across Wellington…
Clueless
It seems almost forgotten that economic growth comes from two principal sources: having more people…
It’s all about staying connected.
The whole point of technology is to keep people connected and engaged with the world around them,…
Air freshener
If could create my own scented car air freshener it would be called “the cottage.” It…
Emerging trend
These are difficult days for those who are dependent on foreign trade, particularly Canada. …
The great Puslinch Township bear hunt of 1853
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Flip the switch
I will never understand what it is about Christmas lights that make me so ridiculously happy, but I…
Four Elora newspapers vied for readers’ attention in 1873
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Family time – or else
I’m excited about this Family Day long weekend, though I have no plans. When there is so much…
Alternative voting methods
Go ahead, mail it in While Justin Trudeau may (or may not) be discussing electoral reform at the…
The proposed Cannabis Act
The high and low When newly-elected Justin Trudeau planted the seed in 2015 that he would be…
Drowning of infant caused a sensation in 1888
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Score
I should never underestimate the Carpenter. Just when I think I’ve caught my spouse dropping…