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Second annual Puppy Parade is April 27

HOUGHTON — On Wednesday, April 27, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dial Help will host the second annual Puppy Parade for Sexual Assault Awareness at Kestner Park on the waterfront in Houghton. The event is free and open to the public. “We would love to have you pledge your support to survivors ...

Volunteer emergency services grant program is back in 2022

HANCOCK — Portage Health Foundation (PHF) is proud to announce a grant opportunity for volunteer emergency services providers, such as fire departments and first responders, located in and serving Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw or Ontonagon counties is back for 2022. PHF has made $40,000 ...

Bridgefest 2022 encourages vendors to rent space

HOUGHTON — Food vendors and non-food vendors are invited to apply/register to sell their products to the public on Friday, June 17, 2022, and Saturday, June 18, 2022, as part of the Bridgefest 2022 festivities. Registration forms and detailed information are available online at ...

Mobile food pantry in Ontonagon on Wednesday

ONTONAGON — On Wednesday at noon, a mobile food pantry will be hosted at Ontonagon Village Fire Hall. The event will provide a variety of foods, including fresh produce and dairy items, to approximately 300 families on a first-come, first-served basis.  The mobile food pantry is funded by ...

American Pickers tv show looking for collectors

The American Pickers are excited to return to Michigan! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in May 2022.American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit ...

Drinking water advisory continues

Drinking Water Advisory Continues Houghton County – Boil Water Advisory Houghton County – Due to a water main break and pressure loss of the water system in Adams Township, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has issued a precautionary boil water ...