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Meet the new cubs at Oswald’s Bear Ranch
By Carol Stiffler Dean and Jewel Oswald, perhaps Newberry’s most famous local celebrities, have...
Introducing Peninsula Pointe Dance Studio
By Carol Stiffler The Sanders family was recently at a crossroads. The homeschool family has...
Tim Callahan: Newberry’s ‘Field Research’ artist
By Carol Stiffler In May 2023, Tim Callahan renewed his subscription to The Newberry News. He...
Saving Columbus Township, clerk appointed
By Sterling McGinn The Columbus Township Board may be saved from state intervention after several...
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LSSU welcomes back Newberry volleyball ace Elisa Rizzoli
Elisa Rizzoli, an international exchange student who was a volleyball powerhouse for the Newberry Lady Indians two seasons ago is back to play volleyball at Lake Superior State University.
State inspector to oversee building permits in Luce County
The State of Michigan will be handling building permits and inspections—at least for a while.
Newberry Indians mourn loss of coach and educator James Depew
James Depew, a beloved coach and teacher at Newberry High School, left a lasting impact on generations of students and athletes.
New fisheries biologist aims to protect Lake Superior resources
Meet Audrey Baetz, the new Fisheries Biologist for Lake Superior, focusing on inland waters and complex fishing regulations in Michigan.
Obituaries for the week of 8/27/2025
Ernest “Bob” R. King August 16, 1942 – August 12, 2025 Lifelong Naubinway resident, Ernest "Bob" Robert King, died Tuesday morning, August 12, 2025 at his residence in the presence of his loving...
Skoolie U.P. event offers unique family experience in Newberry
Skoolie U.P., a family-oriented summer celebration featuring around 100 converted school buses, took place in Newberry this year.
Newberry High School’s future uncertain but teacher has a plan
The future of the former Newberry High School building is uncertain, but a teacher has a vision to repurpose it for educational use.
Newberry/Engadine fall sports schedules
2025 Fall high school sports calendars for the Newberry Indians and the Engadine Eagles.
Researchers discover 62-year-old lake trout in Lake Superior
Researchers document the oldest known lake trout in the Great Lakes, 62 years old, indicating long lifespan and thriving population in Lake Superior.
Luce County blueberry picking was big business
Wild blueberry picking is an annual August event for many Yoopers, who enjoy escaping to the north woods in search of berries in the hot summer sun.
$10,000 grant awarded to Newton Township Fire Dept.
The Newton Township Volunteer Fire Department in Gould City will receive a $10,000 grant from State Farm and the National Volunteer Fire Council.
Obituaries for the week of 8/20/2025
Ruth Elvera Flatt (Seib) April 30, 1924 – August 9, 2025 Ruth Flatt (née Seib) passed away peacefully on the morning of August 9, 2025, with her husband and sons by her side. She was 101 years old....
Missing Munising woman investigation underway in Alger County
Starla’s vehicle was found near her home, and search efforts have been ongoing with assistance from partner agencies.
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