The Aid by the Dozen held its Christmas party at the 19th hole on Wednesday and Kay Ross served as hostess. The donation went to the Meijer Christmas program and cards were sent to people who live alone and are unable to go out often. During the party, thank you notes the group has received ...

ALPENA — Habitat for Humanity Northeast Michigan is filling the affordable housing need in Alpena with three newly constructed homes on Bedford Street near Ella White School. Construction is complete, and two families and one individual are eagerly awaiting the moment they officially move in ...

St. Paul Lutheran Church delivered gifts for the United Way Christmas Wish program. The donations were made possible through the church’s Trust Fund. Pastor John Shipman expressed appreciation for Joe Gentry and the United Way team, who will distribute the gifts to families in need.

ALPENA - People can learn how to take the perfect photo during a Photography 101: Camera Basics program at Art in the Loft today from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. There is a $40 per student cost. Freelance photographers, Rick Houchin and Steve Jakubcin, have teamed up as 45th Lens. To help ...