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Friday, December 1, 2023 | Vol 56 Issue 48

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Thorning Revisited

Buried gold, oil strikes: tall tales of Elora’s murky past

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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

John Connon remembered for photography, history book

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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

Elora’s Victoria Street bridge was replaced in 1899

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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

Inspector Romain cracked down hard on county booze in 1872

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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

Celebrating the Christmas season in Mapleton

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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

Tragic homicide in Arthur Township in 1879

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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

Shooting at Irvinedale marred tavern’s reputation

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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

Elora doctor’s daughter married Frederick Banting

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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

Coroner’s jury blamed long working hours for 1906 wreck

Stephen Thorning - 1949-2015 ArchivedColumns, Opinion, Thorning Revisited

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Barnstorming pilot’s career ended at 1939 Clifford fair

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

Farming, jail numbers: Stats can be very useful to historians

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Fergus viewed liquor duties as tax on essential food

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Santa Claus first spotted in village of Elora in 1870s

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Prohibition, guns, police chases in Mount Forest, beyond

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HMCS Fergus escorted Atlantic convoys in WWII

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Mount Forest resident wins $140,000 Catch the Ace jackpot

ABOYNE – The Fergus Elora Rotary Club held its 49th weekly Catch the Ace draw on Nov. 12 and drew Tena Stortz’s name out of a drum containing 6,760 ballots. 

Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.

See all Centre Wellington area articles.

School board approves updated smoking, vaping policy

GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) has approved updates to its smoking and vaping policy. The policy was last revised five years ago.

Community service organizations can now apply for United Way funding

GUELPH - Three funding opportunities at United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin are now open for applications from community service organizations in Guelph, Wellington County and Dufferin County.

See all Dufferin County area articles.

Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.

Lions Club hosts annual Santa Claus Parade

ERIN - The Erin Lions Club hosted the annual Erin Santa Claus parade last Saturday with the them of “A Storybook Christmas.”

See all Erin area articles.

Grand River Mustangs holds Remembrance Day Classic tournament

FERGUS - The Grand River Mustangs Remembrance Day Classic tournament was held at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex in Fergus on Nov. 4.

Melissa Karpenko crowned 2023-2024 Ontario Queen of the Furrow

GRAND VALLEY – Melissa Karpenko joined the "Ontario Queen of the Furrow Club" when she was crowned 2023-2024 Ontario Queen of the Furrow at the Celebration of Excellence at the Orangeville Fair Grounds.

See all Grand Valley area articles.

HCP to stage Matilda

HANOVER – The Hanover Community Players are gearing up to stage  Roald Dahl’s Matilda, The Musical.

See all Grey County area articles.

Mount Forest man avoids prison following deadly Highway 6 crash

GUELPH – A Mount Forest man charged with driving offences that resulted in the February death of Sharmila Jeyaruban has been handed a fine and a two-year driving prohibition following a joint Crown-defence sentencing recommendation.

Student volunteers at University of Guelph create Holiday Giving Guide

GUELPH – The Holiday Giving Guide offers valuable information for people looking to support local charities and non-profits this holiday season. 

See all Guelph area articles.

Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.

Picture books feature Rockwood Conservation Area, Farmers’ Santa Claus Parade of Lights

ROCKWOOD – Vanessa Ireson’s picture books give children a chance to see their hometown in a different light. 

See all Guelph/Eramosa area articles.

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.

Track cyclist Cole Dempster sets sights on 2028 Olympics

HALTON – Of 2,200 athletes who attended qualifier events to compete for a spot on Team Canada, Cole Dempster is one of the 100 chosen to participate in the national final. 

See all Halton area articles.

Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.

4-H Club bakes pies

MAPLETON - On Sept. 25, Mapleton 4-H held the third meeting of the Mapleton Baking Club. Members baked pies. They made apple, pumpkin, blueberry and cherry.  

See all Mapleton area articles.

Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.

Minto Fire hosts Santa Claus Parade in downtown Clifford

CLIFFORD – The Clifford Santa Claus Parade was hosted by Minto Fire on the evening of Nov. 25.

See all Minto area articles.

Second annual witches walk raises funds for women’s shelter

ORANGEVILLE – Wellington Dufferin Women’s Association⁣ hosted the second annual witches walk on the evening of Oct. 27.

Operation Christmas Child shoebox campaign helps children in need

WELLINGTON COUNTY – This year’s Operation Christmas Child shoebox collection season is underway.

See all Orangeville area articles.

Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.

Blessings to You Centre Supports Junior Broomball

PALMERSTON – The Blessings to You Centre is committed to “giving back” to worthwhile endeavours in the community.

See all Palmerston area articles.

Santa Claus arrives in Aberfoyle for Puslinch parade

PUSLINCH - The Puslinch Santa Claus parade in Aberfoyle took place on Nov. 26.

Creative Landscape Depot raises $15,000 for Sunrise

PUSLINCH – The Creative Landscape Depot held a charity golf tournament in support of Sunrise Therapeutic Riding and Learning Centre. 

See all Puslinch area articles.

‘April Wine’ rock band members inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame

TORONTO – Members of the rock band April Wine were inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame at Massey Hall in Toronto on Sept. 28.

Addison Hill inspires new ‘Heal the Future’ campaign at SickKids hospital

TORONTO – Late Elora teenager Addison Hill is the inspiration behind a new paediatric health care campaign at The Hospital for Sick Children. The Precision Child Health “Heal the Future” campaign was launched on Sept. 21 with the unveiling of a huge crystal ball.

See all Toronto area articles.

Google, federal government arrive at $100-million funding agreement for news publishers

OTTAWA – Google and the federal government have reached an agreement for an annual contribution of $100 million to compensate Canadian news media companies.

Growing number of county residents relying on support from food banks

WELLINGTON COUNTY – The Advertiser interviewed representatives from each Wellington County food bank and volunteers solemnly reported that need continues to increase.

See all Wellington County area articles.

Mount Forest man avoids prison following deadly Highway 6 crash

GUELPH – A Mount Forest man charged with driving offences that resulted in the February death of Sharmila Jeyaruban has been handed a fine and a two-year driving prohibition following a joint Crown-defence sentencing recommendation.

Keira Healey wins gold with Ontario Red at nationals in Dawson Creek, BC

ARTHUR  – Keira Healey from Arthur played with Team Ontario Red and won gold in the Canadian Junior Hockey Nationals in early November.

See all Wellington North area articles.
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Editorial

Time for ‘the talk’

Having “the talk” with kids does not need to be embarrassing, but it can be a little uncomfortable.

Talk less, listen more

In recent weeks we have been thinking about the past – more specifically, people and their impact on us. 

A Simple Fix

A few Wellington Advertiser employees were a bit perturbed to hear several Police Services Board (PSB) members denigrate this newspaper – or at least its reach and following – at last week’s PSB meeting.

Columnists

Mixed Nuts

By Kelly Waterhouse

There are two things I will experience every Christmas season without fail: mixed nuts and mixed emotions.

Four men changed their plea in 1921 attack on jailor

By Stephen Thorning

Guelph police and the jail officials took no chances when they had Frenchie Bedard back in their custody. 

Reflections

By Submitted

Canada and the Commonwealth have a new king, Charles the third. All the laws of the land are made when he signs the legislation into law. The laws are named with his name and enacted with his authority. 

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