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Alpena Municipal Council approves Taylor Street project

ALPENA – The Alpena Municipal Council voted Monday to approve awarding a contract to MacArthur Construction of Hillman for much-anticipated Taylor Street infrastructure upgrades. City Engineer Steve Shultz recommended the contract be awarded following the bid opening on May 19. The project involves a full reconstruction of water and sewer lines, along with complete roadway rebuilding on Taylor Street from Long Lake Avenue to Spratt Street. Although bids were solicited from 14 firms and made available on the city’s website, only one responsive bid was received. “Adequate ...

Center of Charity May totals

ALPENA - The Center of Charity in Alpena released the usage totals for its programs for May on Tuesday. The results are listed below. Community Connections Program for 16 days open: 90 - Male Interactions 37 - Female Interactions Community Partner Navigations 4 - NEMCSA Referrals 3 - Family Resource (Compass North) 5 - St. Vincent navigations 12 - Salvation Army navigations 10 - Goodwill Vouchers 21 - Shoes and Clothing 4 - Sunrise Mission navigation Friendship Room Program, 26 days open: Meals Provided - 1951 Individual Food Boxes - 12 Baby ...

Cavitt recognizes local hero Deputy David Malton on House floor

LANSING - State Rep. Cam Cavitt today in Lansing recognized Deputy David Malton of the Presque Isle County Sheriff's Office for his selfless actions and immense bravery while serving the public. “Deputy Malton has shown repeatedly that he embodies the values that every officer should ...

Senate advances Cavitt’s plan to save our veterans

LANSING - State Rep. Cam Cavitt testified in front of the Senate Committee on Veterans and Emergency Services in support of his plan to help keep Michigan veterans safe and support their families. “Michigan veterans have dedicated their lives to service,” said Cavitt, R-Cheboygan. “We ...

Salute to the Alpena High School and ACES Academy Class of 2026 

ALPENA - On Wednesday, the Alpena Public Schools issued a statement to honor the senior class that will be graduating this weekend. "We salute our graduating class of 2026 at and look forward to their many future accomplishments which will impact our community, state and country," the press ...