Diplomatic faux pas Diplomacy is an art. At least that is how I interpret news about trade…
Opinion
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…
Wrong theme
Techniques used in selling have changed, and consequently, have become increasingly ineffective.…
Overexposure
In many different contexts overexposure can lead to a great deal of trouble. Too much sunshine can…
Preposterous extremes
As Christmas nears, children have every reason to worry about Grinches. What if Dr. Seuss stories…
What women want
Too few know what women want; that gap is critically important as they make up numerically more…
The unfolding trend change
One of the most surprising by-products of the current speculative era has been the demand for…
Suggestive power
Television viewers or movie watchers do not realize that subtly they are being bombarded by covert…
Alternative asset
As oil prices soar there is the temptation to seek an explanation in Middle East turmoil. However,…
Staying out of work
It is astounding to see the number of places advertising for Help Wanted. It certainly is a welcome…
Trapped
What really is sustaining the North American economy and the financial markets? When asked,…