By Allison Scarbrough, News Editor SHELBY — Thanks to good police work by School Resource Officer Tim Simon and detectives Donnie Hansen and Mark Hiddema of the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office, the Shelby public school district avoided being defrauded in a $120,000 money laundering scheme. The scheme, which involved ordering electronics from Amazon and having them delivered to different locations…
HESPERIA — The Oceana County Sheriff’s Office investigated an attempted fraud Friday, Feb. 13, on Michigan Avenue involving a missing cat. “Someone was wanting money in reference to a missing feline,” said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “The pet owner posted information online after her cat went missing, so people could contact her in case her cat was found. “She…
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Several tools, valued at over $2,300, were stolen during a break-in to the maintenance shop at the Oceana Golf Club on Weaver Road, said Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. The intruder or intruders gained access to the building by removing the hasp to a padlock. The break-in was reported Feb. 10, said Sheriff Mast. Items taken include…
OCEANA COUNTY — The Michigan State Police, Hart post, is encouraging citizens to keep their car doors locked due to a recent string of thefts from vehicles. “There has been a recent uptick of break-ins and larcenies from automobiles within our post area,” said MSP Sgt. Michael Cuevas. “MSP is encouraging everyone to lock your doors and take anything of…
NEW ERA — Community members are invited to enjoy a day of homemade pies and charitable support for local animals during the Southern Oceana County Cherry Pie Contest and Auction Saturday, Feb. 21. This year’s event will take place at The Avenue, located at 4747 First St. The once long‑standing community tradition returns this year, and is raising essential funds…
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