The Third World and emerging countries shouldn’t be North America’s landfill. Instead, we…
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With what seems like a never-ending flow of disturbing provincial, national and international news…
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Everyone has bad days. When I vent to the Carpenter about life’s challenges, it is a total…
Part 2: Banting’s fame brought no joy to Elora family
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
OFA Commentary: Be prepared for unwanted visitors on the farm
Keith Currie, President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture Trespassing on farm property is a…
Capitalism gets a bad rap
If anyone hadn’t noticed, capitalism is getting a bad rap south of the border and in other parts…
Dr. Frederick Banting’s Elora connection: Part 1
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Business advice
It’s refreshing to see municipalities respond to problems, especially when it comes to…
Earworm
The term earworm describes a catchy song or tune that runs continually through a person’s mind. …
OPINION: Conservation authority cuts not acceptable
By Deborah Martin-Downs, Chief Administrative Officer, Credit Valley Conservation I learned early…
Rough roads ahead
At first glance, it seems like a lot of money and some uncharacteristic provincial largesse.…
Rude awakening
Now and then the clock radio will go off and, depending on the mood, the snooze button will be…
OPINION: Wildlife crop damage compensation
Wildlife damage to livestock and crops continues to plague farmers. From coyotes attacking flocks…
Mapleton, Wellington North happenings in 1927, 1952
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Secrecy and saving face
Nineteen months after filing a freedom of information (FOI) request for severances paid to…