My favourite animal also happens to be my nickname: polar bear. I’m okay with that. Who…
Opinion
The greatest risk
There are many threats that potentially could derail our economy, everything from weak commodity…
Flexible pricing
Most of us are aware that companies’ prices are flexible. Businesses very often charge…
Please bring back spring
On behalf of every grey sweater in my closet, every rolled up pair of wool socks and the spectrum…
A political tranquilizer
In the previous century John Maynard Keynes was widely followed as an expert in guiding an economy…
Over enthusiam
One of the most surprising and puzzling economic trends is the unparalleled strength of the U.S.…
Bonnie and Bell
Never before have I been so pleased with any animal than I have been with Bonnie and Bell, our two…
Happy non-campers
It turns out, I don’t like camping. I found this out the only way possible: I took my kids…
Digital pantomime
Contrary to the grandfather clock that once stood in the hall and talked to you by signifying each…
Fergus wrestled 25th International Plowing Match from Guelph
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Mount Forest firm shipped threshing machines west
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
A government assessment after one year in office
After one year there should be an assessment of the Prime Minister’s administration. It is…
Merry Christmas
After much thought and consideration over the past year, I have decided to seek re-election to the…
Politicians on social media
Embrace the ‘revolution’ It’s time for politicians to embrace social media such…
Augustus Jones determined present-day county boundaries
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…