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Why does the new year begin in the middle of winter?
By Bill Cook MSU Extension Forester and Biologist - retired Sure, the Caesar dynasty messed with...
New life for the Old Bank building
By Sterling McGinn Newberry residents have probably noticed some activity in and around Newberry’s...
Gravelle to take over as Luce County Sheriff
Undersheriff Eric Gravelle will be the new Luce County Sheriff effective January 1, 2023. The...
Shaping lives one page at a time
By Pete Wurdock The world is full of inspiring teachers and all of them have their own unique...
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Obituaries for the week of 09/11/2024
Harry B. Purdy June 1, 1933 – September 9, 2024 Harry B. Purdy, 91, of Newberry, died Monday morning, September 9, 2024 at Golden Leaves Living Center in Newberry. Born June 1, 1933 in Newberry, son...
Introducing Helen Johnson – New HNJH CEO
Helen Newberry Joy Hospital (HNJH) has a new CEO, and she’s got just the right name for the job: Helen.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore contributes to local economy
A new National Park Service report shows that 910,939 visitors to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in 2023 spent $45,770,000 in communities near the park.
Council votes to limit vacation rentals
Recognizing a significant housing crisis in the Upper Peninsula and in Newberry, the Newberry Village Council voted at their August regular meeting to adopt an ordinance regulating the operation and number of short-term rental properties in the village limits.
Newberry and Engadine set for JV showdown
Newberry and Engadine will renew their rivalry on the football field this week, when the junior varsity teams from both schools will meet up in a special showcase exhibition.
Gear Up Gala: Empowering Manistique Students
Gear Up Gala, a teachers vision to provide essential supplies, clothing, and haircuts to local students.
Gibson Clinic will temporarily move
Starting October 14, 2024, construction will begin on the clinic’s existing facility. During this period, the clinic will be temporarily relocated to mobile units to ensure the continuity of care.
Obituaries for the week of 09/04/2024
Kristen Jean Terrian January 7, 1985 – August 2, 2024 Kristen Jean Terrian, 39, of Gulliver, Michigan, passed away on August 2nd, 2024. Kristen was born in Manistique on January 7th, 1985. Kristen...
Where are they now? Missy (Trinka) Pedzich
Next in our series, the Newberry News catches up with Missy (Trinka) Pedzich, a 1997 graduate of Newberry High School. Here’s what she’s doing now. Please remind me of your parents’ full names and...
New MSU research shows gardening improves mental and social well-being
Newly published research demonstrates that participating in community gardening bolsters mental and social well-being through caring for plants, connecting to nature and feeling a sense of accomplishment.
Forest Home Cemetery under scrutiny
Issues at Forest Home Cemetery in Newberry have resulted in the formation of a cemetery management committee to address recent problems and to manage the operations.
Get your boots on the ground with the DNR
The Michigan United Conservation Clubs (MUCC) will be hosting a dam improvement project in partnership with the Michigan DNR at the Blind Sucker Flooding in Luce County.
Michael Havens appointed to TAS board
Following the resignation of Tahquamenon Area Schools Board of Education trustee Kristine McCraren, the board appointed Newberry resident Michael Havens to fill the open seat until the term is up in December.
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