On Tuesday, Alpena swam home against the Alma Panthers. The night started off well,with seniors Hannah McConnell and Emilee Modrzejewski plus parents being
ALPENA Music lovers can get their fix of live music this weekend in Ossineke as nearly a dozen acts perform at the annual Boataroo Music Festival. The two
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Rotary Club of Alpena President Wendy Servia, left, and President-elect JoAnne Gallagher visit Rotary Island Park in the Thunder Bay River in Alpena last week. The club plans renovations to the island this year and a celebration in 2022 to honor the club’s 100th anniversary.
ALPENA After fighting through a challenging year of canceled fundraising events and community projects in 2020, area service groups hope to rebound this year.
Only time and COVID-19 will determine if that will happen.
Already, several 2021 events are scrapped, and others changed to virtual methods as the pandemic and related restrictions continue.
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Alpena Lions Club members Bernie Lamp III, left, and Bernie Lamp Jr., center, show off a box of glasses donated to Dennis Neumann. The glasses are distributed around the globe via the Most Ministries charity.
ALPENA The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on local nonprofits, causing fundraising declines and the cancellation of programs.
Lost revenue from fundraisers limits what charities can do to help improve the lives of others, nonprofit leaders said. It could mean fewer people receive eye doctor appointments, receive college grants, or enjoy a simple activity like catching a fish.