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Alpena Power responds to second catastrophic ice storm in less than a year

ALPENA – To answer a wide range of questions about our successful response to the second historically catastrophic storm to hit Northern Michigan in less than a year, Alpena Power today released the following informational narrative: Beginning the morning of Sunday, March 15, and ...

Association of Lifelong Learners recurring programs for April

ALPENA — The Association of Lifelong Learners have announced its recurring events for next month and there will be plenty to do. Pickleball is held on Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Aplex. Call the Aplex at 989-353-6164 for more information. Aplex fees ...

Local students make SVSU President’s List for fall 2025

UNIVERSITY CENTER — Nearly 700 students from Saginaw Valley State University were recognized for their determination and commitment to academic excellence by being named to the fall 2025 semester President's List. Several of the students are from Northeast Michigan. To be eligible for the ...

Storm recovery underway in Alpena

ALPENA — Though nearly all of Alpena residents have their power restored as of Monday night, Alpena and surrounding areas continue to recover from last week’s ice storm. Like last year, this year’s ice storm has presented local government and community partners with unique challenges. ...