ALPENA — The Rotary Club of Alpena and contributions from individuals and businesses have stocked the “Kindness Closet” with basic needs, such as underclothes, socks, toothbrushes, body wash, hairbrushes, water bottles, dial-a-ride passes, and other children’s essentials. The goal ...

ALPENA — Heroes, a local group that assists individuals with special needs and their caregivers, will host an informational meeting to begin the discussion of opening an “activity hub” for individuals who age out of Pied Piper services. Barb Kowalewsky, Heroes board president, said ...

From the historical Native American use of our forests and waters, to the shipping of copper, lead, and sawtimber starting in the late 19th century, to the modern day, land use—and our interactions with the ever-changing local flora and fauna—have changed over time. I was reminded of this ...

ALPENA — The results of a survey conducted late last year on development ideas for Rockport State Park indicate that the majority of participants want the park left alone. Less than 90 people submitted comments about the proposed plan to add a modern campground to the State recreation area, ...