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Columns
Canadian vacations have changed drastically
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Fergus doctors developed anemia cure in 1927
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Crime in 1939 was similar to crime today
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Open Mind: Quarantine cocktails
The Canadian Centre for Substance Use and Addiction has posted an interesting study on their…
Beautiful blue
Sometimes my spontaneity brings about the most amazing road trip adventures and sometimes, it just…
News from the Mapleton Township area in 1951, 1981
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Biker
Maybe this pandemic has finally gotten to me, or maybe turning 50 was a bigger life change than I anticipated, but I’ve made a life-changing decision.
Cluster of tornadoes caused devastation in 1922
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Swimming
August. Already. It’s weird how this pandemic makes me feel like I’m moving at a glacial pace,…
1864 flower show reveals past gardening practices
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
New wheels
When the Carpenter picked me up on our first date, he was driving a 1986 silver Oldsmobile Cutlass.…
Open Mind: Animal companions need support too
I love hearing about situations where people can gain support, comfort, confidence and skills from…
Green bin
A few months ago I came home to find a green bin standing upright in the driveway.
Guelph man chained father in stable in 1875
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…