The laundry business was a significant part of the Chinese community in North America during the mid to late 1800s and into the early 1900s.
Opinion
The Atwood Bee and the Forrest House
Last month we took a little trip to Atwood.
Small businesses need responsible recycling plan
It promises to be a long, hot, and in some cases, smelly summer.
This is what you get when you vote for a party instead of a person
Sarnia-Lambton-Bkejwanong MP Marilyn Gladu could be facing a (likely doomed to fail) legal challenge from the very people she represents.
Get ready for the big pre-election reveal
The thing was definitely not a bird, or a superhero in a cape – it really was a plane, one that cost in the realms of $30 million.
Letter to the Editor: Burial policy upsets resident
A former Wingham resident is upset by the burial policies of North Huron Township.
‘Life… uh… finds a way’ to interrupt
If there’s one thing I’m big on, whether it be my parenting techniques or my writing here,…
Shipwrecks of Bruce County: Storm smashes “Kaloolah” at Southampton
The sidewheeler Kaloolah was one of the most famous steamers of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay.
Local event marks National Day of Mourning
It’s that time of year when our thoughts go to the upcoming National Day of Mourning for Workers Killed and Injured on the Job, on April 28. It’s not just focussed on unionized workers who we remember, it’s all workers who become ill, suffer injuries or die because of their job.
Earth day without the birds
Every April, Earth Day rolls around with the same gentle reminders – plant a tree, clean a ditch, maybe pause long enough to hear what spring sounds like when it’s working properly.
Memories of Wingham: Randy Zinn looks back on life and business
Local resident Randy Zinn shares his recollections in the latest in our Memories of Wingham and area series, courtesy of the Wingham and Area Historical Society.
Principles for sale (slightly used)
Dear Editor: Reading in some daily newspapers about former federal Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu’s apparent political pivot, brought to mind an old Groucho Marx line: “Those are my principles… and if you don’t like them, I have others.”
Blinded by the light
The night was dark and stormy, snow blowing sideways, knuckles white from gripping the steering wheel, when what to the driver’s wondering eyes should appear …
Hurting with you: our community
Last Tuesday, the staff here at Midwestern Newspapers spent the day doing what I will always call the worst part of the job – reporting on tragedy.
Memories of Wingham: Ray Walker worked four decades with foundry
Early years Ray’s memories circle around music, sports, and his work for 43 years for the Western…
