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Tuesday, October 15, 2024 | Vol 57 Issue 41

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Stephen Thorning

Thorning Revisited

Seven years of hard labour in pen for ‘Yorkshire Tom’

Stephen Thorning October 9, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Highway robbers assaulted man in Elora in 1878

Stephen Thorning October 2, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Aberfoyle homicide caused a sensation in 1885

Stephen Thorning September 26, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

News from the Mapleton Township area in 1854, 1929

Stephen Thorning September 18, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Wellington County suffered epidemic of fires in 1954

Stephen Thorning September 11, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Fire destroyed Ignatius College near Guelph in 1954

Stephen Thorning September 6, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Wellington’s centennial ended with Guelph ceremony

Stephen Thorning August 28, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Fergus hosted county centennial celebration in July of 1954

Stephen Thorning August 22, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Army worms attacked Wellington County in 1954

Stephen Thorning August 14, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

News from the Mapleton Township area in 1878, 1903

Stephen Thorning August 7, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Civic Holiday in 1870s had community purpose

Stephen Thorning July 31, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

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Christian Kloepfer dominated Guelph business sector

Stephen Thorning July 24, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Christian Kloepfer a forgotten Guelph businessman

Stephen Thorning July 17, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

A nasty letter from an ‘important man’ in 1844

Stephen Thorning July 9, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Summer of 1954 a lively one for north Wellington

Stephen Thorning July 3, 2024Columns, Thorning Revisited

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Saugeen Conservation names new general manager

FORMOSA – The Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority has appointed Erik Downing as its general manager/secretary-treasurer.

‘This was a cold case’: behind the investigation into the death of Monica Chisar

SOUTHGATE – More than a year after she was reported missing, Monica Chisar’s remains were discovered in a wooded area just north of Mount Forest. She was just 29 years old. A 19-month investigation led detectives to Hamilton, and a Kosovo expat on the run from U.S. authorities.

See all Bruce County area articles.

Longtime Wellington-Halton Hills MPP Ted Arnott will not seek re-election

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Ted Arnott will not be running for re-election when the next provincial election is called. The Wellington-Halton Hills MPP and Speaker of the Legislature told the Advertiser on Oct. 15 he’s decided to finish his term but will not seek re-election.

Minto Fire disbands specialty rescue teams

MINTO – The Minto Fire Department is seeking support from Centre Wellington as it disbands two specialty rescue teams. 

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

Public health concerned about youth gambling

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) is concerned that some youths in the region are developing problems with gambling. It’s occupying their mind space, affecting their relationships and, in some cases, is getting youth into debt.

Survey: youth recovering from COVID-19 isolation but there are still disturbing trends

GUELPH – The latest analysis of a youth well-being survey indicates the mental health of youth is improving since the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic. But youth are also displaying behaviour that’s concerning to public health officials.

See all Dufferin County area articles.

Erin council votes to pause implementation of new logo

ERIN – In the face of significant backlash from the community, Erin officials have now paused the implementation of a new town logo.

CVC and Greenbelt Foundation partner to support youth environmental action

ERIN – Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) announced a new partnership with the Greenbelt Foundation on Oct. 7 to support Credit Valley Conservation’s (CVC) Community Outreach Youth Stewardship Programs. 

See all Erin area articles.

UGDSB to explore phasing out fossil fuels, create climate crisis action plan

GUELPH – Students are concerned about climate change – and it's important for them to see adults, including school board officials, making efforts to reduce emissions. That’s the message parents brought to the Upper Grand District School Board on Oct. 8.

Grand Valley Lions Club rings in New Year with Polar Bear Dip

GRAND VALLEY - A total of 55 hardy participants plunged into the chilly waters of the Grand River on New Year’s Day.

See all Grand Valley area articles.

‘This was a cold case’: behind the investigation into the death of Monica Chisar

SOUTHGATE – More than a year after she was reported missing, Monica Chisar’s remains were discovered in a wooded area just north of Mount Forest. She was just 29 years old. A 19-month investigation led detectives to Hamilton, and a Kosovo expat on the run from U.S. authorities.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Grey County area articles.

Guelph-Wellington Basketeers return for 2024 campaign in support of Women in Crisis

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Guelph-Wellington Basketeers return this holiday season with their 2024 campaign in support of Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis (GWWIC).

UGDSB to explore phasing out fossil fuels, create climate crisis action plan

GUELPH – Students are concerned about climate change – and it's important for them to see adults, including school board officials, making efforts to reduce emissions. That’s the message parents brought to the Upper Grand District School Board on Oct. 8.

See all Guelph area articles.

Guelph-Wellington Basketeers return for 2024 campaign in support of Women in Crisis

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Guelph-Wellington Basketeers return this holiday season with their 2024 campaign in support of Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis (GWWIC).

Late veteran Sytske Drijber honoured for making Rockwood a better place

ROCKWOOD – The Rockmosa Older Adult Centre has been renamed the Sytske Drijber Room in honour of her contributions to the community and in the hopes she will not be forgotten.

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

Cole Dempster wins Future Olympian funding

HALTON – Track cyclist Cole Dempster has been selected as one of the winners of the Canadian Olympic Committee’s annual Canada-wide talent search.  

SIU clears Wellington OPP officers of criminal wrongdoing after pursuit ends with crash

MISSISSAUGA – The province’s Special Investigations Unit has found no grounds to criminally charge any OPP officers in connection to a man’s injuries after a pursuit that ended in a Centre Wellington ditch in March.

See all Halton area articles.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Huron County area articles.

CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon supports eight hospital foundations

MOUNT FOREST – The 23rd annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon will broadcast in support of eight midwestern Ontario hospital foundations on Oct. 19 from 9am to 4pm. 

Mapleton council presents $250 bursary for youth’s accomplishments

MAPLETON – Cole Amy won gold with Team Ontario in the Box Lacrosse Nationals U13 in Regina, Saskatchewan from Aug. 12 to 17.

See all Mapleton area articles.

CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon supports eight hospital foundations

MOUNT FOREST – The 23rd annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon will broadcast in support of eight midwestern Ontario hospital foundations on Oct. 19 from 9am to 4pm. 

Minto Fire disbands specialty rescue teams

MINTO – The Minto Fire Department is seeking support from Centre Wellington as it disbands two specialty rescue teams. 

See all Minto area articles.

Upper Grand, Wellington Catholic school boards EQAO results surpass provincial averages in most categories

WELLINGTON COUNTY – Students at the Upper Grand and Wellington Catholic district school boards performed better, on average, than their provincial peers on tests from the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO).  

University of Guelph hosts GOOD Games July 6, 7

GUELPH – Lots of people participated in the GOOD Games held at the University of Guelph campus on July 6 and 7.

See all Orangeville area articles.

Tri-County Ag Machines and Memories Tour

PALMERSTON – Located on 5th Line, just outside of Palmerston, was the seventh stop of ten of the Tri-County Ag Machines and Memories Tour on Oct. 6.

County libraries host Culture Days programs

Fall is a perfect time for us to get to know our community better through local activities and extracurriculars. 

See all Palmerston area articles.

Listowel author publishes children’s book about navigating grief

LISTOWEL –  Author Deborah Dickson’s debut children’s book Always Kiss Me Goodnight is now available at North Perth Hospice in Listowel and Heritage Funeral homes in Palmerston, Drayton and Arthur.

Youth pack shoeboxes to help kids through Operation Christmas Child

HANOVER – Lita Ernest, a young member of 1st Hanover Guides, worked hard this season to organize the packing of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) shoe box gifts with her troop.

See all Perth County area articles.

Kitchener man, 77, charged with careless driving in serious Puslinch crash

PUSLINCH – A Kitchener man has been charged with careless driving in a three-vehicle collision on Tuesday that resulted in one person being airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.

Puslinch Santa Claus Parade set for Nov. 24

PUSLINCH – The Optimist Club of Puslinch has announced its 29th annual Santa Claus Parade is taking place on Nov. 24 at 2pm.  

See all Puslinch area articles.

Over 15,000 Ontario college faculty to take strike mandate vote Oct. 15-17 amid contract conflicts

The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) has announced that over 15,000 Ontario college faculty will be participating in a strike mandate vote between Oct. 15 and 17.

County students bring gold medals home from national MusicFest

WELLINGTON COUNTY – MusicFest Canada adjudicators awarded gold to the Erin District High School Tempo concert band, the Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute string and orchestra ensembles, and the Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute symphonic, concert and acoustic ensembles.

See all Toronto area articles.

Wait is over: former Fergus resident receives Peace Tower flag after 16 years

KITCHENER – After a long 16-year wait, a Kitchener man has received one of the many Canadian flags to mark the skies above the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

Youth auditions announced for Christmas Carol panto

WATERLOO – The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy is pleased to announce Children’s Chorus auditions for A Christmas Carol: The Panto, which will take place at the Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy (145 Northfield Dr. W, Waterloo) on Sept. 15 from 1 to 3pm. Registration begins at 12:30pm. 

See all Waterloo Region area articles.

CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon supports eight hospital foundations

MOUNT FOREST – The 23rd annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon will broadcast in support of eight midwestern Ontario hospital foundations on Oct. 19 from 9am to 4pm. 

Guelph-Wellington Basketeers return for 2024 campaign in support of Women in Crisis

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Guelph-Wellington Basketeers return this holiday season with their 2024 campaign in support of Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis (GWWIC).

See all Wellington County area articles.

CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon supports eight hospital foundations

MOUNT FOREST – The 23rd annual CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon will broadcast in support of eight midwestern Ontario hospital foundations on Oct. 19 from 9am to 4pm. 

Wellington Heights welcomes new crop of Grade 9 students

MOUNT FOREST – The Wellington Heights Secondary School LINK Crew students and staff have been working hard for several weeks to organize activities to help incoming Grade 9 students transition to high school, including an orientation day at the school on Aug. 28.

See all Wellington North area articles.
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Giving thanks

In recent weeks, the trek to work has been nothing short of incredible.

Modesty amongst the mayhem

Everybody these days seems to have a day or week to toot their own horn.

Hello

It’s funny how a simple salutation like “hello” brightens people’s day.

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By Kelly Waterhouse

I took my husband to see my boyfriend perform at Centre in the Square last week. A rare date night with my two favourite men: the Carpenter and Jim Cuddy.  

Seven years of hard labour in pen for ‘Yorkshire Tom’

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The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…

Highway robbers assaulted man in Elora in 1878

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