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How salmon helped save our eagles

You might know how ospreys, eagles, and other fish-eating birds love to eat small salmon, among other fish. There is a lesser-known back story to this: how the introduction of salmon to the Great Lakes contributed to the recovery of ospreys, eagles, cormorants, and gulls. It is also a narration ...

Northeast Lower Peninsula fishing report

ALPENA - The summer fishing season is approaching and the DNR provided an update on local fishing action and news. Thunder Bay River: Anglers reported fair walleye fishing throughout the river while using crawlers and trolling body baits. Natural colors worked well early and late in the day. ...

Kids having fun!

ALPENA — Join the summer Jump Start Club at the APlex Alpena Gymnastics gym. Mondays and Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. until noon, Kids having fun! Join the summer Jump Start Club at the APlex Alpena Gymnastics gym. Mondays and Wednesdays 8:30- noon. The club is for kids K-5 and healthy snacks and ...

Suspect who allegedly fired shots contained, police say

ALPENA — Police say the suspect involved in a reported shooting attempt at the Time to Shine Carwash in Alpena has been contained, but not yet taken into custody. According to a Michigan State Police Sergeant at the scene, there is no threat to the public, but added that the situation is ...

Downtown Alpena to lose several businesses

ALPENA — Both the downtown Alpena Bigby location and Sweet Baby James have announced this week they are closing, a little over a year since the closure of Olivet Book and Gift shop in March 2025. Compounding those closures is the mixed interest shown by businesses to commit to a season at the ...