Opinion

You don’t know how much you appreciate something until it’s gone. Throughout the pandemic, I…

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

April 22 is one significant date on the calendar easily remembered.

Have you heard of home takeovers before?  For most people in the community, the term is unknown and new.  

I never should have picked it up. I never should have opened it. But I couldn’t resist. Surely this was a sign. It wanted my attention. Who was I to refuse?

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

Shortly the county will be engaging in a series of meetings to bring awareness to local housing issues similar to those plaguing most built-up centres across Canada.

Easter was always one of my favourite times as a child and I cherish those sentimental memories now, because as an adult, the Easter Bunny and his traditions are less adorable. 

There are great expectations of those in elected office to choose their words wisely.

I’ve found the news from the Ukraine hard to handle, much less process. I’ve woken up with the guilt that I live a good life and my family is safe in a country free of war. Canadians take so much for granted.