The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Opinion
How to grow a beard
It would be around this time of year the chicks were ready for pickup at Bonnie’s Hatchery in downtown Elmira. Driving past the other day we were reminded of a visit more than 40 years ago.
Number 92
I feel it is my civic duty to tell you that if you live in Wellington County and are not a card-carrying member of your local library, you’re missing out on some seriously good stuff.
Editor Acton Burrows influenced Wellington – and Canada
The name means nothing to the majority of people today, in Wellington County or elsewhere in Ontario.
Ribbit
It turns out country life suits me quite nicely. I am communing with nature every day. It makes me…
Wide world of sports
With kids on the ice for spring hockey and parents enjoying a beverage in the viewing area, somebody cranked up the volume on one of numerous televisions.
Misery loves company
When Warden Lennox catches up with the Western Ontario Warden’s Caucus, we suspect he will find…
Victoria
The first long weekend of nice weather (fingers crossed) is finally upon us. For this, we must…
Open Mind: Furry friends as therapy
When I am asked how I cope with my mental health, people may expect an answer such as reading, drawing and going on walks.
Horticultural society revived by banker Walter Newman
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Elora Horticultural Society founded in 1850
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…