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Opinion
Fists and firearms employed in 1857 election
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Voter
It was 4am and my internal alarm clock decided that sleep was over. A waning gibbous moon shone bright, clear white above the row of homes that stretch out in my neighbourhood. There is something magic in the dark morning before the day wakes up.
OPINION: Training tomorrow’s leaders to grow the future of farming and food
ONTARIO – Strong leadership is a key pillar of success for any organization, business or even government.
Four days away
This coming Monday the most consequential election in modern times will be decided.
A foot on the scale
They used to joke about the “thumb on the scale” at butcher shops when wrapping up meat and weighing it for sale.
The raucous beginnings of Wellington North politics
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Eat chocolate
I’m not going to ask for Cadbury Creme Eggs this year (the British version, because I’m no amateur). I’m not going to do it. I will not get my hopes up.
OPINION: how farmers care for the Earth all year long
ONTARIO – Every April, countries around the world mark Earth Day – an excellent and vital opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of caring for and protecting our environment.
OPINION: mounted games group seeks new members
ELORA – Kids, ponies, games, coffee and a lot of fun – one of my favourite ways to spend a morning.
News overload
How about some good news for a change?
Construction started on two Fergus bridges in 1879
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Subtitles
On a rare day, I found myself home alone. The house was mine, all mine. Solitude. Sigh.
Reflections
The two most important “celebrations” in Christian faith are next week. If there is still a big kid inside you, your brain just perked up and said “Hey, the most important celebration is Christmas – yay presents! - but it’s only April, what are you talking about?”