Today is Earth Day, an annual celebration to raise awareness of the need to protect our planet and its natural resources for generations to come. Read MoreEarth Day 2024 - APS kids pick up trash
An East Tawas man convicted of sexually assaulting his young daughter over a period of years will remain in prison following a recent ruling from the Michigan Court of Appeals. Read MoreChild sex offender from East Tawas, caught in Alpena wilderness, loses appeal
A grand reopening is being held for the historic Tawas Point Lighthouse following extensive renovations. Read MoreGrand reopening of historic Tawas Point Lighthouse
Star Wars will take center stage during the annual Break a Leg 5K Run/Walk fundraiser hosted by the Thunder Bay Theatre and Dork Brothers in Alpena. Read MoreRun/walkers encouraged to dress up as favorite Star Wars character for Thunder Bay Theatre fundraiser
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Alpena County Commissioners interviewed three candidates for the open administrator position Friday afternoon, taking approximately one hour with each of them. Read MoreCommissioners interview administrator candidates
PRESS RELEASE FROM CITY OF ALPENA: Read MoreN. Second Avenue closure in advance of start of $3.3M project
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE MICHIGAN STATE POLICE: Read MoreOnaway man charged with sexual assault of a minor
More than 6,000 Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, Coast Guard, Special Operations Forces, and international partners are expected to take part in Northern Strike 2024. Read MoreMore than 6,000 soldiers expected for Northern Strike 2024
The Alpena-Montmorency-Alcona Educational Service District (AMA ESD) and Alcona Community Schools (ACS) are looking for community partners to help solve what is said to be a “critical need” for childcare services in Alcona County. Read MoreAMA ESD & ACS seek partners to expand childcare services in Alcona Co.
The Northeast Michigan Materials Management Authority (NMMMA) has finalized the dates for the annual area-wide cleanup & electronics recycling days. Read MoreArea-wide cleanup & E-waste recycling days
Second Chance Animal Shelter in Alpena is holding a two-day adoption event in May, to find forever homes for kittens that were rescued during a “large hoarding situation” in March. Read MoreKitten adoption event at Second Chance in Alpena
The long-awaited reconstruction of N. Second Avenue in Alpena will happen this year, providing a smooth ride for property owners and businesses along the route who have been clamoring for the project to move forward for years. Read MoreLong-awaited reconstruction of N. Second Ave. to happen this year
