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APPROVED: Tax abatement for new senior living project
The agencies approached both municipalities in hopes of securing tax abatement, which would consist of a service charge in lieu of real estate property taxes – also called ad valorem taxes.
More than 6 tons of waste taken from Lake Superior
The U.P.’s most stunning shoreline recently benefitted from a clean-up that hauled away more than...
Prestin wins 108th district seat
By Carol Stiffler Dave Prestin, a businessman from Cedar River, won the race for Michigan’s...
A second chance at high school
By Carol Stiffler Just west of the Newberry Post Office, tucked inside what was once a grocery...
Pine Stump’s newest employee has wheels
By Pete Wurdock There’s a new employee at Pine Stump Drink Shack and Cookery. Their name is. ....
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$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...
Volunteers to start having lunch with students
Volunteers with group known as “People who Care” will begin having lunch with students at school, said Newberry High School Principal Trevor Clark.
Getting to know you: Matthew Eastman
Newberry’s Living Water Church Assembly of God officially has a new pastor.
Kaylen Clark to play hockey at Davenport University
After accepting an offer to run cross country and track for the Davenport University Panthers, Clark has also committed to play hockey.
Newberry wrestlers make history
A pair of wrestlers for the Newberry program made history this past weekend, advancing through the MHSAA Individual Wrestling Regionals.
Lady Indians shock the Saints
“Our press break shut them down right from the start. We shot the ball with confidence, and everybody played a key part,” said Johnson, who highlighted several players who made an impact.











