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Black holes are not monsters waiting to devour the galaxy

Black holes are not monsters waiting to devour the galaxy

Almost everyone has heard the term black hole in science fiction movies or popular television shows, but surprisingly few people know exactly what...

23.07.2026 10

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Tim Philp

Reflections: Cecil Conrad Eidt, a significant Canadian agricultural geneticist

Reflections: Cecil Conrad Eidt, a significant Canadian agricultural geneticist

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23.07.2026 2

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Megan Lockhart

Eric Bunnell's People: 'Danger due to demolition'

Eric Bunnell's People: 'Danger due to demolition'

Demolition notices mark the impending end of the former St. Thomas Psychiatric Hospital

23.07.2026 10

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Eric Bunnell

Bell Letters: Alec tells mother delay home is not from lack of affection

Bell Letters: Alec tells mother delay home is not from lack of affection

Alexander Graham Bell writes affectionately to his mother, apologizing for his lack of correspondence and explaining that his silence is due to being...

22.07.2026 10

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For The Expositor

Looking for a cost-effective way to enjoy your vacation? Stay local

Looking for a cost-effective way to enjoy your vacation? Stay local

As I sit here at my computer the weather is 93 degrees Fahrenheit (33 degrees C).

22.07.2026 20

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Linda Dejonghe

Paw-some pet resources at the Brantford library

Paw-some pet resources at the Brantford library

The Brantford Public Library offers a variety of free resources to help pet owners care for, understand, and enjoy life with their animal companions.

21.07.2026 4

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At Your Library

Eric Bunnell's People: Railway museum pondering its future

Eric Bunnell's People: Railway museum pondering its future

Six months after Elgin County Railway Museum shuttered its heritage home in St. Thomas in early January, ECRM is looking to the future.

17.07.2026 6

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Eric Bunnell

Gilberts: The Ploughboy and the Nightingale

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17.07.2026 6

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Jim And Lisa Gilbert

Reflections: Beekeeping has a long history in Perth County

Reflections: Beekeeping has a long history in Perth County

For generations, professional and hobbyist beekeepers throughout Perth County have been harvesting honey and other hive products.

17.07.2026 5

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Claire Drake

Mother Nature doesn't always co-operate with vacation plans

Mother Nature doesn't always co-operate with vacation plans

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16.07.2026 6

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Mike Jiggens

They may appear to be still but stars are in constant motion

They may appear to be still but stars are in constant motion

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16.07.2026 5

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Tim Philp

Hope and pride in country part of Canada Day celebration

Canada Day was celebrated, hopefully with honour and dignity, hope and pride, recognizing how we got here, what we have accomplished and acknowledging...

16.07.2026 10

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Linda Dejonghe

Cook up a delicious summer with help from the library

Cook up a delicious summer with help from the library

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16.07.2026 10

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Bell urges immediate action

In our world of electronic communication, one wonders what evidence of daily life will remain for future generations. Modern technology keeps us...

16.07.2026 10

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For The Expositor

Gilberts: Steamer Ploughboy has strong Chatham connection

A few years ago, I purchased a copy of a book by John Carter called The Perils and Pitfalls of the Steamer Ploughboy.

10.07.2026 10

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Jim And Lisa Gilbert

Reflections: Local group part of Canadian plowmen trip to Europe in 1947

This photograph was taken to commemorate the visit of a group of Canadian plowmen to Belfast, in Northern Ireland, on Feb. 10, 1947.

10.07.2026 10

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Betty Jo Belton

Given their resilience, Canada geese often rule the roost

The unmistakable honking of a flock of Canada geese is the unofficial soundtrack of our changing seasons here in Ontario.

09.07.2026 20

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Tim Philp

Celebrating graphic novels at the library

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09.07.2026 20

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Alex discusses selling telephone patent

In our world of electronic communication, one wonders what evidence of daily life will remain for future generations. Modern technology keeps us...

09.07.2026 20

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For The Expositor

Dejonghe: Heritage buildings are worth saving

Maybe because I am old, I take it personally, when any of our heritage buildings, which have supported our collective history, are neglected and...

07.07.2026 10

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Linda Dejonghe

Reflections: Goderich's 1926 Grand Tattoo attracted thousands of Perth County residents

The 1926 Dominion Day celebration began with a parade and concluded with the massed band performance and fireworks

02.07.2026 10

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Cindy J. Sinko

The AI arms race

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has initiated a global arms race reminiscent of the nuclear buildup of the twentieth century.

02.07.2026 30

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Tim Philp

Jiggens: LaSalette goes back in time for TV role

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02.07.2026 20

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Mike Jiggens

Dejonghe: Implants make a world of difference

I finally got implants.

02.07.2026 20

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Linda Dejonghe

Alex lays out plan to sell stock

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02.07.2026 20

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Marvelous Mondays bring free family fun to the library

Families looking for free entertainment and enriching activities this summer will find plenty to enjoy at the library’s popular Marvelous Mondays...

02.07.2026 20

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Gilberts: Early Kent Bridge had distillery, foundry, ferry service and post office

The village of Kent Bridge had distillery, foundry, ferry service and post office in its early days.

26.06.2026 10

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Jim And Lisa Gilbert

Cultivating success in Elgin County

An engaging program by renowned musician and speaker Peter Katz served as inspiration for a greater sense of community

26.06.2026 30

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Larry Schneider

The rise of wearable technology

By shifting from a screen-centric model to an ambient one, technology is moving from something we use to something we wear.

25.06.2026 10

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Tim Philp

Reflections: Perth County's 1997 'Royal Mania'

Throngs of spectators gathered in Stratford to watch Queen Elizabeth II mark the success of the Stratford Festival Theatre Renewal Project

25.06.2026 20

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Megan Lockhart

Eric Bunnell's People: Pinafore Park reunion could be Canada's oldest annual picnic

The Baker family has gathered yearly on the third Saturday of June since thie family first reunion in 1898

25.06.2026 20

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Eric Bunnell

Wallaceburg Arts: The role of the conductor

A conductor does much more than wave a baton at a group of musicians

25.06.2026 10

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David Gough

Summer reading programs return to the library

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25.06.2026 30

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Bell delays writing to wait for advice

In our world of electronic communication, one wonders what evidence of daily life will remain for future generations. Modern technology keeps us...

25.06.2026 30

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WALLACEBURG ARTS: Summer concerts scheduled in the region

Well, it appears summer has finally decided to pay us a visit.

23.06.2026 30

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Dan White

A change for the good is not always the case

It is hard for many of us to accept change.

21.06.2026 30

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Linda Dejonghe

GARDEN CLIPPINGS: Soil’s job in keeping plant and animal life alive

Ask a 10-year-old what it is that plants need to grow, and they will reply with sunshine and water. Correct.

19.06.2026 10

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John Degroot

Eric Bunnell's People: Serving up community at Porter Hall

Volunteers continue their community outreach dinners from St. Thomas Anglican's parish hall

19.06.2026 30

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Eric Bunnell

Ups and downs of working in detox facility

Going through old pocket calendars and notes made at the time, I’m reminded of dozens of stories collected during 25 years working frontline detox...

19.06.2026 20

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Gord Christmas

Breathing new life into Grand River

The early morning hours are often a desperate struggle for survival (for the Grand River). To understand why, we have to look at something invisible...

18.06.2026 30

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Tim Philp

Reflections: The history of lawn bowling in Perth County

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18.06.2026 10

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Claire Drake

Gilberts: A look at pioneer days on the Thames River

This week, we continue our series on Kentiana, the book published by the Kent Historical Society in 1939.

18.06.2026 30

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Jim And Lisa Gilbert

Enjoy audiobooks from the library all summer long

June is Audiobook Month, making it the perfect time to discover the thousands of audiobooks available for free through the Brantford Public Library....

18.06.2026 20

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For The Expositor

Food for Thought: El Niño and La Niña impact weather differently

Every so many years, we hear about El Niño and La Niña and how these systems affect weather in North America, even in Southwestern Ontario.

17.06.2026 20

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Kim Cooper

Gilberts: Pete McGarvey was a real Canadian hero

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16.06.2026 30

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Jim And Lisa Gilbert

WALLACEBURG ARTS: Members of three concert bands coming together in 2027

Over the past several weeks, I have been writing about three community concert bands and the event that will bring them together on June 9, 2027, for...

12.06.2026 20

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Dan White

Learning to speak to an artificial intelligence

11.06.2026 30

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Tim Philp

Eric Bunnell's People: Chamber set to host the Love Local Block Party

11.06.2026 20

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Eric Bunnell

Reflections: How a Stratford shoemaker saved the show

Sid Mansz helped with the emergency repairs of dozens of shoes needed for a 1955 touring performance of Macbeth

11.06.2026 10

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Betty Jo Belton

Explore National Indigenous History Month at the library

11.06.2026 30

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For The Expositor