Opinion

More than 2,200 Ontarians died from drug poisoning last year. In Guelph and Wellington County alone, at least 46 lives were lost in 2024 to toxic drug supply. 

Every now and again, a visionary shows up. Boy, could we use someone like that today.

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

I am not saying my husband, the Carpenter, isn’t observant, but if I were to suddenly have a third eye appear in the centre of my forehead, with gaudy blue eyeshadow and one giant fake eyelash blinking directly at him, he still wouldn’t notice something was amiss.

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

ONTARIO – Healthcare is a top-of-mind issue for many Ontarians, especially at times when we’re in need of medical care. 

Gifts from the past

There was a time when $3 per hour was a decent rate of pay.

Since I was a little girl, with a generous mother and grandmother who shared their love of live theatre, I cherish experiences that allow me to reconnect with that sense of wonder and inspiration

A few items we came across lately had us pondering whether the working class is on the verge of a moment like when Marie Antoinette apparently said, “Let them eat cake.” 

They say in life you will come across people who are put in your path to teach you something about yourself. 

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