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Opinion
Son of Luther bootlegger had distinguished Toronto career
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
A week away
There is a limited window left to file nomination papers for the upcoming municipal election.
Bagpipes
When the Carpenter and I first arrived in Wellington County 21 years ago, we settled in Fergus. The only thing we knew about that town was that it was home to the Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games. That event was famous.
Severe drought of 1864 resulted in many major fires
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Health and safety
Much of the phrase “health and safety” is made in the workplace but we think it is time homes and families adopt a clearer view of what it means to be safe and healthy. Families are immensely impacted when safety takes a backseat to fun.
Open Mind: Conquering social phobia
I grew up in a tight-knit small town where everyone knew one another well, so I never really had to think of making new friends until I moved to a larger town and had to face high school.
Fives
Sometimes, I am a great life partner. Sometimes, I am a brat. This weekend, I intend to be both, because it’s my best friend’s birthday.
Tales of the telegraph a neglected subject
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
August
August is now the busiest month of the year on our fridge calendar, and I’m excited for it all. Bring it, August. I’m ready.
Move on with hospice
Although the brakes were put on last week when Centre Wellington council failed to pass a motion supporting the new hospice project at Wellington Place, all is not lost.
Woolen cloth filled an industrial niche in Elora
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
