Groups work to restore native plants along Zellar Trail

By Sterling McGinn Volunteers and members of local groups spent the afternoon of July 1 working to remove an invasive weed known as spotted knapweed. The work event took place along the Zellar Trail in Newberry.he removal of the invasive weed will allow for native...

Getting to know you: Joe Villemure

By Sterling McGinn  Joe Villemure was born and raised right here in Newberry, and for most of his life, has been serving his fellow residents. Elected as the McMillan Township clerk in 1974, he has held that position for 47 consecutive years. Joe was born to Joe Sr....

Lead service line replacement under discussion

By Sterling McGinn The Newberry Village Council and members of the Water and Light Board met to discuss the future of the state-mandated lead service line replacement project that has to be completed in the next 25 years. The meeting was held virtually and in-person...

Independence Day: Let there be fireworks!

By Sterling McGinn The Fourth of July is almost here, and local communities are ready to help you celebrate America’s birthday. The Newberry Parade is set to roll out at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 3. Line up will begin at the American Legion Post 74 parking lot at 9...

Anonymous donor completes roof fund

By Carol Stiffler An anonymous donor made a $15,000 contribution to the Tahquamenon Area Senior Citizens fund for a new roof last week, bringing their balance up to the full amount needed to pay for a new roof. Senior Citizens Director Peggy Dahn said she has no idea...

How can I avoid diabetic-related amputations?

By Paul M. Dake, M.D. Q:  I’ve just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.  Several of my close relatives have also been diagnosed with this in the last decade or so.  What concerns me most is that two of them have had to have foot or lower leg amputations in the last...