A multitude of experts are citing the steps that should be taken to improve our economy. Almost no…
One star at a time
“It was in Bobcaygeon, where I saw the constellations reveal themselves one star at a…
Time marches on
I can’t believe that the year is almost half gone! But the weather here at WestWind Farms has…
Railway passenger service waxed and waned over the 1900s
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Shortchanged
One by one the independent stock investment firms are disappearing. This trend has been going…
Parenting lessons
In honour of Father’s Day, I have drafted a brief essay: “Things the Carpenter taught…
Assisted dying
Over the last number of months, I have listened to feedback from many residents across Wellington…
The rains came
I sometimes think that WestWind Farms has a guardian angel. The night following the last of…
Barnum’s Circus featured ‘Jumbo’ the elephant in 1885 Guelph show
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Unsustainable
Almost all of us can remember using the local corner store for an item we suddenly discovered we…
Growing up
Despite the fact that I only graduated like 10 years ago (what? It could be true), I am suddenly…
Bonnie and Bell
Never before have I been so pleased with any animal than I have been with Bonnie and Bell, our two…
Drill shed was Elora’s own ‘theatre on the Grand’ prior to LCBO store
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Without shame
When companies in the private sector act irresponsibly not only is that unfair to the companies…
Happy Canada Day
On July 1, we celebrate Canada’s 149th birthday, our proud history and heritage, our people,…