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Independent Plus

Site plan agreement paves way for Royal Terrace addition

Patrick Raftis August 16, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Town of Minto council has approved a site plan control agreement for a 99-bed addition to long-term care (LTC) facilities at the Royal Terrace in Palmerston.

What does Bill C-18 and Meta’s response mean for our readers?

Chris Daponte August 10, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

In the next few weeks, readers may notice the newspaper has a reduced presence on social media.

OPP issue warning after Mapleton resident scammed out of $113,000

Midwestern Newspapers July 26, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Police

Police are reminding residents to be wary of investment scams after a Mapleton resident was defrauded of over $100,000 – and then several thousand more after “a company” claimed it could recover the lost funds.

West Perth resident loses $40K to gift card scam

Midwestern Newspapers July 24, 2023Independent Plus, Police

Police say a West Perth resident is out tens of thousands of dollars after becoming the latest local victim of the Gift Card Scam.

Perth County OPP seeking applicants for Citizen’s Police Academy

Midwestern Newspapers July 21, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Police

The Perth County OPP is looking for community-minded individuals interested in joining a Citizen's Police Academy this fall in the Municipality of West Perth.

Theatre youth company staging ‘Spirited!’ production

Submitted July 14, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Independent Plus

The Grey Wellington Theatre Guild (GWTG) 2023 youth production is a haunting comedy that features a lively cast of budding actors. 

New novel focuses on the Great Storm of 1913

Liz Small July 5, 2023Arts & Entertainment, Independent Plus, Local News, News, Wingham Advance Times

A flair for the written word, together with a keen interest in the history of the Great Lakes, have combined to create the perfect storm – the inspiration behind three historical fiction novels written by a local author.

PC Connect launches new library bus passes

Midwestern Newspapers June 8, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

Perth County residents can borrow a plethora of items from their local library, including PC Connect fare passes, beginning June 12.

Elmira MCC Thrift and Gift marks grand re-opening June 15

Dan McNee June 8, 2023Business, Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

For over four decades, the Mennonite Central Committee’s (MCC) Thrift and Gift retail store in Elmira has been offering quality second-hand items at discounted prices. Ever popular throughout the region for its extensive selection, a recently-completed renovation to its Church Street West location h

Celebrate cycling in June

Submitted June 1, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

June is Bike Month, a celebration of cycling. It is an opportunity to try riding a bike for the first time, or to build cycling into your routine.

OPP issues public safety warning about lethal substance being sold online

Midwestern Newspapers May 3, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Police, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Police have issued a warning for Ontario residents about a potentially lethal substance being sold and distributed within the province.

Perth County marks Tourism Week

Submitted April 27, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

April 24-30, 2023 marks Tourism Week in Canada and Perth County is ready to celebrate!

Fundraiser established for Atwood man paralyzed in March snowmobile accident

Dan McNee April 27, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

“It was just the biggest freak accident. I still don’t really know what went down, because we weren’t there. Shelby was with him but said the snow was kicked up when he was in front of her. Then he just vanished.”

North Perth begins water metre upgrade project

Midwestern Newspapers April 21, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News

The Municipality of North Perth will begin installing new water metres as part of a major upgrade project on April 24.

Midwestern Newspapers picks up seven first-place honours at OCNA Awards

Midwestern Newspapers April 19, 2023Independent Plus, Listowel Banner, Local News, News, Walkerton Herald-Times, Wingham Advance Times

Nominated for 12 awards in the 2022 OCNA Better Newspapers Competition, Midwestern Newspapers picked up a total of seven first-place honours following the virtual announcement of the winning entries on April 14.

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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

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Howick Optimist Club’s Tin Can Curling Tournament rocks (without rocks)

Tin cans were thrown down the ice in place of curling rocks at the third Tin Can Curling…

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Numbers on homelessness speak for themselves – trying to solve 2026 crisis, 1970s funding not working

Recent data released by Wellington County and Guelph shows 85,000 people in Ontario were homeless in 2025, up eight per cent from the previous year.

Arran-Elderslie receives water infrastructure funding from provincial government

CHESLEY - The Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, in partnership with the Province of Ontario, recently announced approval for significant funding under the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and Safety Water Stream. 

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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

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Howick approves 2026 annual accessibility plan

HOWICK - Council here at its Jan. 13 meeting discussed its annual accessibility plan for 2026.

See all Wingham area articles.

Editorial

What do we do with all the dark?

Happy new year! Yup. You heard me. The family of Jesus’ followers around the world is celebrating…

World Diabetes Day: Myths, facts, why it matters

Every year on Nov. 14, people around the world recognize World Diabetes Day (WDD) – a day that honours Canadian scientist Sir Frederick Banting (on his birthday), who co-discovered insulin alongside Charles Best in 1922.

The meaning behind Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a disease that affects millions of people worldwide – including right here in North Perth.

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Southeast’s Surge up and down for Sunday hockey results

By Heather MacEwen

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Salvation Army receives generous donation from Listowel Agricultural Society

By Heather MacEwen

The Listowel Salvation Army Food bank was grateful to receive a generous $4,000 donation from the…

Howick Optimist Club’s Tin Can Curling Tournament rocks (without rocks)

By Heather MacEwen

Tin cans were thrown down the ice in place of curling rocks at the third Tin Can Curling…

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