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Holiday jam session at Bonifas planned Dec. 14

ESCANABA — Local musicians are invited to participate in a holiday-themed community jam and sing-along event, called “Jingle and Mingle,” set for 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, at the William Bonifas Fine Arts Center studio. The event will also feature a cookie exchange. “This is the ...

Escanaba city manager plans to step away in May

ESCANABA — James McNeil told the Escanaba City Council at the end of Thursday's meeting he plans to leave as city manager in May. “I will be moving on. (I am) incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to serve you and the city and its residents and our staff,” McNeil said. ...

Enbridge pipeline tunnel option ‘rushed’ and unsafe, opponents say

(This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan, a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. Visit the newsroom online: bridgemi.com.) Federal officials heard an earful Wednesday from Line 5 pipeline opponents who expressed skepticism about the latest option to keep oil flowing ...

Marinette Marine lays off almost 100 after Navy cancels ship orders

Fincantieri Marinette Marine laid off nearly 100 workers Wednesday, about a week after the U.S. Navy announced it was canceling much of a multi-billion dollar order for ships that would have been built in Wisconsin. Marinette Marine laid off 93 employees who were “primarily white collar ...

Don’t forget pet needs when preparing for winter cold

As wintry weather settles in, it brings risks for pets as well as people. Pet owners can take steps to keep their animals warm and safe, including learning about the dangers of extreme temperatures, buying weather-resistant accessories, and stocking up on extra supplies in case of power ...

Carter’s annual tree lighting draws crowd

Fireworks, a raffle, auctions, food and drink and visits from the Grinch and Santa Claus were all part of the 10th-annual tree lighting Saturday in the front yard of Carter McDonough's home on View 17.5 Drive in Soo Hill. The event, which was bursting with attendees, raised funds for Shop ...