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Alpena native Breanna Burrone to compete on ‘The Voice of Germany’

ALPENA – Ten years after leaving northern Michigan on an exchange scholarship, Alpena native Breanna Burrone is stepping onto one of Europe’s biggest musical stages. ​Burrone, a current German citizen who was born and raised in Alpena, will compete on the upcoming season of "The Voice ...

Black Sheep owners to close Alpena pub, lease downtown building

ALPENA – After nearly 16 years behind the bar at The Black Sheep, Paul and Kris Conger are closing their downtown English-style pub at the end of September and leasing the building to Tara Brilinski, owner of Rosa’s Lookout Inn in Spruce. The couple said they are not being forced out. ...

Bobolts children testify in preliminary examination

ALPENA — Frederick Bobolts, 61, had the beginning of his preliminary examination in the 88th District Court on Wednesday with testimonies from his three minor children. Bobolts is charged with multiple counts of domestic violence and assault. He is also charged with ...

Warmer outlook may shift Northern Michigan’s fall color show

ALPENA – Leaf-peepers heading up North this autumn may need a little extra patience. National Weather Service meteorologist Sean Christensen said the Climate Prediction Center’s latest trends point to a milder start to the season, which can slow the fade of green chlorophyll that hides the ...

Planning commission discusses data center moratorium

ALPENA — County Administrator Jesse Osmer told those attending the Alpena County Planning Commission on Thursday that the county planning commission would have “its hands tied” if a data center would ever move into the region. He explained that local municipalities (i.e. cities and ...