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Alcona Library holds winter auction
The Friends of Alcona County Library present their Winter Silent Auction, which supports the library’s events and programs. People can bid now on the irresistible goodies and gifts that are on display at the Harrisville branch. Winning bids will be determined on Dec.6.
UPDATED: Officer involved shooting in Alpena County
ALPENA — On Thursday, at approximately 8:40 a.m., deputies from the Presque Isle County Sheriff’s Department attempted a traffic stop on a pickup truck near Rogers City. The vehicle was driven by a 33-year-old male who was known to deputies to be a wanted felon. The suspect fled the ...
Rabbideau clarifies that no facility changes will be made for at least three years in APS district
By REAGAN VOETBERG News Staff Writer ALPENA — At the Alpena Public Schools regular board meeting on Monday, Superintendent Dave Rabbideau clarified some of the misconceptions that have spread since the introduction of the two master plan scenarios to the board and community last ...
Christmas festivities kicking off this weekend
ALPENA — Thanksgiving is just around the corner which marks the unofficial beginning of the holiday season for many community members. There are many opportunities this Thanksgiving weekend to kick-start the festivities and even an opportunity to see Santa. Bolenz Holiday Parade The ...
Honoring courage through art: Alpena Township commemorates May 16 fire response with yard art
Alpena — On the night of May 16, at approximately 11:45 p.m., the Alpena Township Fire Department (ATFD) was dispatched to a reported structure fire involving a detached pole barn/garage. Firefighters arrived to find the structure fully engulfed in flames. As crews approached, several ...





