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Managing cormorants on the Big Manistique Lake
“We’re acting on it as quickly and effectively as we can to manage that colony at a level that is biologically acceptable.”

Meet the new cubs at Oswald’s Bear Ranch
Three new bear cubs have been brought in to Oswald’s Bear Ranch. Dean Oswald says there are now 50 bears at the ranch, and he bottle fed 47 of them as cubs.

Introducing Peninsula Pointe Dance Studio
Dance instructor Kimberly Sanders, mother to Joslyn, 9, and Raelyn, 3, said they tested the waters to gauge local interest.
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Newberry track teams to host Burger Bash
The Newberry Boys and Girls Varsity Track teams will be hosting a Burger Bash fundraiser to help raise funds for several needed items as they continue to prepare for their upcoming competitions.

Obituaries for the week of 03/13/2024
Michael R. Sawyer November 2, 1992 – March 6, 2024 Lifelong Engadine resident, Michael Robert Sawyer, 31, died Wednesday morning, March 6, 2024 at his residence in Gould City. Born November 2, 1992...

Irish history and humor for St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated annually on March 17, the anniversary of the death of St. Patrick on March 17, 461. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for more than 1,000 years.

Help Greg Moore come home
Moore, a real estate agent, husband, father, track coach, and Engadine School Board member from Curtis, was running an errand that day when the unthinkable happened.

$87 million in marijuana payments distributed across Michigan
Over the next few days, 99 cities, 30 villages, 69 townships and 71 counties will receive payments from the Marihuana Regulation Fund.

Luce, Mackinac commissions begin dam regulation discussion
Nearly 50 concerned lake residents and other members of the public packed the Luce County Courtroom that evening to hear a presentation and express concerns.

Obituaries for the week of 03/06/2024
Beth Arlene Day May 10, 1934 – February 25, 2024 Beth Arlene Day (Suzi), 89, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Born on May 10, 1934 in Newberry Michigan, she was the...

Old JerMac mill materials salvaged
A piece of Newberry’s lumbering past is now gone—but not totally forgotten.

Village seeks grant for service line replacement
The Village of Newberry is seeking a grant from EGLE (Environment Great Lakes and Energy) to assist in the inventory of lead service lines within the village.

Yooper Fitness coming to Newberry
For those who love to work out and for those wanting the opportunity—get ready—because a 24-hour physical fitness center is getting ready to open their doors in the Newberry area.

High school hockey season ends in Soo
The third season of local high school varsity hockey came to a sudden end against a familiar face in Sault Ste. Marie last week.

Obituaries for the week of 02/28/2024
Elgin “David” Mahn September 30, 1937 – February 25, 2024 Long time Newberry resident Elgin “David” Mahn died February 25, 2024 at Golden Leaves Living Center following a courageous battle with...