Once a year the Carpenter and I get dressed up fancy and go out. Together. In public. Our annual…
Columns
Home guard formed in Fergus to defend against rebellion
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Snow daze
Most people enjoy snow days like the one we had this week (and the week before, and the week before…
Provincial judge had no sympathy for Fred Sturdy
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
That’s a wrap
As mentioned last week, it’s always sad when a business closes in a small town. One area of…
Windshield
Writer’s block is real. My current life is uneventful. The Carpenter hasn’t provided any…
New wrinkles emerged in bizarre 1877 abduction case
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Stepping up
When a business closes in a small town the loss is felt everywhere. And it doesn’t really matter…
Like vs. love
Happy Valentine’s Day to all you lovers out there. I am writing this column before…
Strange abduction case caused excitement in 1877
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
The dream
Being new to the role of business columnist, I’m still learning the ins and outs of the business…
Love, laugh, heal
You learn a lot about your family when you aren’t well enough to take care of them, like just how…
Elora’s first bank run by extraordinary citizen
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Stand out
It’s inspiring to see people in Wellington County standing up for what they believe in and trying…
Hungry Heart
I was 10 years old when Bruce Springsteen released that hit single. The impression it made on me…