ALPENA — As of Thursday, 42% of Alpena County residents 16 or older had been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, according to state data. Public health experts say at least 70% of residents 16 and older — and perhaps as high as 85% — must get vaccinated before we might reach ...

ALPENA — A former teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with one of her students must wait another week to see if her trial slated for June 1 moves forward. Heather Winfield, a former teacher in Alpena and Hillman, is accused of having sex with a male student for several years, ...

ALPENA -- Since public health officials reported the first Northeast Michigan infection on April 6, 2020, The News has kept tabs on the virus’ spread in the region. Hover over the interactive graphics below to see the data. If you’re viewing on a mobile device, turn your device ...

ALPENA — Several Northeast Michigan school districts are planning to offer summer school for students to help them reinforce or catch up on subjects learned in school this year. Alpena Public Schools, Alcona Community Schools and Onaway Area Community School District are among those who ...

COVID-19 vaccine first doses are available to anyone 16 and older at a vaccine clinic today from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Alpena Mall. Parents must accompany anyone 16 or 17 years old. No appointment is needed, and 350 first doses of the Pfizer vaccine are available.

ALPENA -- Since public health officials reported the first Northeast Michigan infection on April 6, 2020, The News has kept tabs on the virus’ spread in the region. Hover over the interactive graphics below to see the data. If you’re viewing on a mobile device, turn your device ...