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Prano sentenced to maximum of 50 years on CSC charge

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ALPENA — John Prano, 34, was sentenced to 25 to 50 years in prison in the 26th Circuit Court on Tuesday on one charge of criminal sexual conduct (CSC) first degree for exploiting a child. Prano was found guilty inafter a three day jury trial in October of one count of CSC first degree for a ...

Horton’s bond reduced to $200,000 for child abuse charge

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ALPENA — Sabrina Horton, 22, charged with one count of first degree child abuse in Alcona County, had her bond lowered to $200,000 cash/surety/10% on Tuesday. Horton’s bond was originally set at $450,000 cash/surety/10%. At her arraignment on Jan. 12, First Appearance Attorney Justin ...

Tips to keep people and pets safe from the frigid cold

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ALPENA – The forecast from the National Weather Service calls for unseasonably frigid temperatures through the rest of this week and the weekend. To make sure everyone stays safe during the severe cold, it’s important to plan and take action to make sure friends, family, and pets avoid ...

Big plans for Alpena wildlife board

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The Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary Board is gearing up for an exciting and productive 2026 and more successes beyond this year. At a recent meeting, the board elected new officers, including Boris Gerber as chairperson, Amber Hubbard as secretary, and Lucille Bray as budget liaison. Kelli Liske ...