A typical go-to Halloween costume - whether it’s a last-minute decision or a lack of better options - is a witch. It’s not just a classic costume; it’s a statement to the world that the costume-wearer is proud to be a unique individual with differing opinions or skills from societal norms.
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Whether carved turnips or inflatable plastic pumpkins, Halloween means haunting Jack O’Lanterns
Ooooooh! Ghoulies and ghosties and long-leggedy beasties, and things that go bump in the night, Good Lord deliver us!
Memories of Wingham: John Congram remembers ‘The Farm’ Part 1
Two miles south of Wingham, the farm straddled Highway 4 like a bow-legged cowboy, 50 acres to the west in East Wawanosh Township and 50 acres across the highway in Morris Township. As long as I can remember we visited the farm.
Why did you attend the Kirk vigil?
One thing that kept me up at night though, is the contradiction here.
What if it’s true?
Wanna know why I think the Bible still shares the best news ever? In case your answer is…
Stay warm, stay safe: fire prevention tips for heating season
As the weather turns colder and we prepare for another Canadian winter, many of us are reaching for…
Bill 5 provisions threaten endangered species
The nest was huge! In the top of the tallest tree in the woodlot, close to the edge, complete with an eagle perched within, its white head shining in the sunlight. It was the first bald eagle I had ever seen. It was also one of only three bald eagle pairs left in Southern Ontario in the early 1980s.
How to discourage porch pirates without explosives
Yo, ho, ho, and a bottle of … whatever you ordered from Amazon. … It sat on your porch for a grand total of three minutes before a local porch pirate snagged it.
Increases are okay, just keep them small and spread them out
I know that we’re going to get into some “nerdy” stuff, as my parents told me, but bear with me – it’s applicable to readers – at least those in North Huron.
Welcome to municipal budget 2026
‘Tis the season for municipal budgets, when local politicians earn every penny of their modest pay, and then some.
Increases are okay, just keep them small and spread them out
I know that we’re going to get into some “nerdy” stuff, as my parents told me, but bear with…
Coalition explores Bill 5 concerns through series
Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act) continues to raise concerns around issues of…
Local perspective on 1903 Throne Speech
Early in 1903 King Edward VII was called upon to open the British Parliament with a speech from the Throne.
‘I Could Not Ask for More’
For those who like country music like I do, the headline will be recognized as the song title by singer Sara Evans who made this very famous, and although it does have a different meaning in the song, it is how I felt....
Hamburger Helper’s popularity a sign of the times
By all accounts, food bank use is way up. No surprise there. So is the cost of food at the grocery store, and the season of budget-friendly produce at farm markets is over.
