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Trout trial faces another setback

HARRISVILLE — The Trout trial faces another unfortunate setback as the Alcona County courthouse building was closed on Wednesday due to poor weather conditions Trout faces murder and child abuse charges for the alleged killing of 2-year-old Jayde McDonnell, the child of Trout’s ...

Jury selection begins for Srebnik

ALPENA — Jury selection for the trial of Brad Srebnik began on Wednesday at the APlex in Alpena. The trial is slated to begin on Jan. 29. Srebnik is charged with the deaths of Brynn Bills and Abby Hill which occurred in 2021. His charges include two counts of premeditated murder, weapons ...

Study: Bipolar disorder can be linked to premature deaths

ALPENA — A large study received on Nov. 10, 2023, conducted by the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program and the University of Michigan, found that people with bipolar disorder are four to six times more likely to die at a younger age than those without the disorder. Research showed ...

AHS swim loses 53-72

On Wednesday, the Alpena High School boys’ varsity swim team traveled to Alma and unfortunately lost 53-72. “As a whole, the entire team swam their personal best,” said coach Jennifer Johnson. “Each individual and relay has been working hard with entries, strokes, and turns.” High ...