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Search continues in Copper Harbor

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COPPER HARBOR — The body of one of the two canoeists who were the subject of a water-related rescue in Copper Harbor has been recovered. According to a press release from the Keweenaw County Sheriffs Department, the search began around 4 a.m. Saturday in Copper Harbor. According to the ...

Regional pact recognizes apprenticeship as college-level learning

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ESCANABA – Leaders from across Michigan’s education, labor and workforce development sectors gathered recently at Bay College for a landmark event signaling a major step forward in aligning union apprenticeship programs with higher education. The signing of the Upper Peninsula ...

Ski club looks to raise jump’s status with elevator

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BREITUNG TOWNSHIP — The Kiwanis Ski Club is ready to take the next step toward having a venue capable of hosting World Cup ski jumping events and more. But they’re going to need something more to lift them to that next level. Literally. The club in early July will begin work on an ...

Strawberry Fields

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BARAGA COUNTY — Spring and early summer weather have allowed for an plentifult crop of strawberries this year, which is good news for both those who grow berries and those who eat them. James Niemela, owner of Niemela Market Gardens, a market garden located in Northern Baraga County, is ...

IHS Class of ’56 to meet

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ISHPEMING — The Ishpeming High School Class of 1956 will meet for a special buffet lunch at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, July 3, at River Rock Banquet Center in the Country Village. Spouses and friends are invited to join class members as they gather to reminisce and renew friendships while ...