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Matthews preliminary examination adjourned for now

ALPENA — Devin Matthews, 23, charged with two counts of second degree murder, two counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) causing death, two counts of reckless driving causing death, one count OWI causing serious injury, and one count reckless ...

Recall kick-off event at Culligan Plaza on Saturday

ALPENA — A group of concerned citizens are hosting a school board recall kick-off event on Saturday at Culligan Plaza. The event is slated to begin at 10 a.m. and last until about 1 p.m. Information about the recall and recall petitions will be available for signatures during those ...

Cavitt leads House vote in protecting Michigan children

LANSING - State Rep. Cam Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, announced on Tuesday he has championed the successful House vote on his bill to protect children being transferred to youth treatment centers. House Bill 5514, introduced by Cavitt, will protect children who are transported to residential youth ...

Youth and Rec. applications due Friday

ALPENA - The deadline to apply for Alpena Youth and Recreation grants will be 4 p.m. on Friday. Allocations from the local millage are expected to be approximately $600,000. All grants approved will be for Alpena County recreational activities or for recreational site development or ...

Cooperation key to managing high water at Cheboygan Dam

CHEBOYGAN – Water levels at the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex have receded to more than 11 inches below the top of the structure, an encouraging sign as the multi-agency response continues for a third week. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has worked closely with local partners ...

Celebrating 40 years of READ program

ALPENA - The Alpena County Library's READ Program celebrated 40 years of service to the community. The library has been a continuous supporter of adult literacy not only with its extensive collection of books but also with its programming. Throughout the years, the READ Program has assisted ...