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Peace vigil on Sunday

ALPENA — The Alpena Peace Community is hosting a peace vigil at Grace Lutheran Church on Sunday from 4 p.m. until 5 p.m. The event will offer a time for mediation, gentle music, and your silent reflections. People are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations for the ...

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

ALPENA — Join Hope Shores Alliance (HSA) this April in bringing awareness to Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) through connection, community, and awareness. Throughout the month of April, HSA has partnered with businesses across the five-county service area of Alcona, Alpena, Iosco, ...

Lots to do at Art in the Loft

ALPENA - April is the start of spring, and, up at Art in the Loft, that means it is gearing up for an extravagant exhibit of local area youths’ artistic talents. Here’s what’s happening: - The Young Artist Exhibit 2026 opens Tuesday. Art in the Loft is excited to welcome young artists ...

Alpena Civic Theatre rehearses for new feature

ALPENA — On Monday, rehearsals began at the Alpena Civic Theater for the upcoming feature “Merry Christmas Grandpa. Scott Edgar and Ted Rockwell are directing the comedy, which will open on May 14 and run through May 24. The play will follow Amber, who invites her family to have the ...

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

ALPENA –April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. The Alpena and Presque Isle Child Abuse and Neglect (CA/N) Prevention Team, along with the Exchange Club of Alpena, are spreading the message that everyone can help great childhoods happen in their community. The CA/N Team and the ...

Friends of Plaza pool to host euchre tournament

ALPENA — The Friends of Plaza Pool is hosting a euchre tournament on April 19 at the Alpena Eagles Club Doors open at noon and card play will begin at 1 pm. There is a $20 entry fee and a $1 high-game entry. There will also be a 50/50 drawing, door prizes, and food. All participants ...