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Alpena man arrested for aggravated child sexually abusive activity

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ALPENA — The Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force said in a Monday press release that James Edward Smith II, 45, of Alpena, was arrested for aggravated child sexually abusive activity, aggravated distributing or promoting child ...

COMMUNITY CALENDAR OF EVENTS — July 8

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~ Art in the Loft’s “SummerView” exhibit is on display now through Sept. 6 at 109 N. 2nd Ave. in Alpena. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Classes are offered, and scholarships are available. Visit artintheloft.org, or call 989-356-4877. ~ Besser Museum ...

Timber Lane closures today

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Timber Lane, between Golf Course Road and Woodview Drive, in the Charter Township of Alpena, will have intermittent road closures for necessary utility repairs from 8 a.m. to approximately 6 p.m. today. The temporary road closure will affect local traffic as well as emergency vehicles. ...

Alpena Marina gas pump out of service

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As of 3 p.m. on Monday, the recreational gas pump at the Alpena Marina is out of service for currently unknown mechanical issues. The Class B Operator responsible for maintaining the Alpena Marina Fuel System has been alerted to this issue and it will be considered an emergency repair. They ...

Great Lakes Great Responsibility shares tips for Plastic Free July

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ALPENA — Meag Schwartz, founder and president of Great Lakes Great Responsibility, said there are many ways community members can participate in Plastic Free July 2025 and reduce their consumption of single-use plastics. Plastic Free July is an international annual campaign, according to ...