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Obituary: Giuseppe Eugene Criscione, 55, of Pentwater

October 8, 2024

On Thursday, October 3, 2024, Giuseppe Eugene Criscione, 55, left this world, leaving a profound legacy of love, laughter, and enduring memories. Known affectionately as Pepe by his family and friends and Joe by his clients, his strength and spirit were so profound that no single word or name could ever truly define him. Pepe was born on March 14,…

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Car chase beginning in Oceana Co. ends with crash in Mason Co.

October 7, 2024

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief CUSTER TOWNSHIP — Three law enforcement agencies were involved in two-county high speed chase that resulted in a crash Monday afternoon. The official details have not yet been released. According to Mason County Sheriff’s Office deputies on scene, the chase involved a Manistee County man and started in northeastern Oceana County. Deputies from Oceana County Sheriff’s…

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Obituary: Megan Kay Blount, 66, of New Era

October 7, 2024

Megan Kay Blount, 66, of New Era passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Sunday, October 6, 2024.  Megan was born on November 3, 1957 at the Paulina Stearns Hospital in Ludington, the daughter of Dr. Austin and Joan (Lederer) Craymer and graduated from Ludington High School with the class of 1976.  Megan furthered her education at Bel-Rea…

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Recent births, published Oct. 4, 2024

October 4, 2024

Oscar Garza, Jr., the son of Davia Escobar and Oscar Garza of Shelby, was born on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Unless indicated, births occurred at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  List of 2024 births List of 2023 births     Please Help Support Local News Receive daily MCP and OCP news briefings along with email news alerts for $10 a month. The…

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Request for Proposals: General Contractors for Home Repair Services

October 3, 2024

Request for Proposals: General Contractors for Home Repair Services FiveCAP, Inc. is seeking General Construction and Mechanical Contractors to provide home repair services in Lake County. This program is funded by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). Interested licensed contractors may submit license and proof of insurance to FiveCAP Inc. at 302 N. Main Street, Scottville, MI 49454. For…

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