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Man faces 4 drug charges stemming from SSCENT investigation

September 18, 2015
Man faces 4 drug charges stemming from SSCENT investigation

NEW ERA — A 24-year-old New Era man was arrested at his home Monday, Sept. 14, by the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office on a three-count felony warrant on charges of delivery of cocaine, MDMA (ecstasy) and marijuana. Jarred James Conkle was lodged in the Oceana County Jail and arraigned in 78th District Court. His bond was set at $5,000/10 percent.…

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Homeowner releases photos of break-in, seeks help identifying suspects

September 18, 2015
Homeowner releases photos of break-in, seeks help identifying suspects

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. OTTO TWP. — A local man who is the victim of a break-in to his home on 142nd Avenue near Rothbury that he discovered, Aug. 18, is seeking help identifying the suspects. The photos of the young female suspects were taken by a trail camera hidden inside the home, July 12. If anyone can identify the…

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78th District Court sentencings

September 17, 2015
78th District Court sentencings

By Allison Scarbrough. OCP Editor. HART — The following were sentenced recently in 78th District Court: – Brandon Scott Thrailkill, 22, of 13 N. Courtland St., Hart, was found guilty Sept. 14 of larceny less than $200. He was sentenced to 67 days in jail with credit for 67 days served; 93 days discretionary jail to ensure compliance with court…

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Learning about days gone by.

September 16, 2015
Learning about days gone by.

  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief.  SCOTTVILLE — Hundreds of fifth graders from Mason, Manistee and Oceana counties attended the 21st annual Western Michigan Old Engine Club education day at the club’s grounds at Riverside Park Wednesday. During the interactive event, children learned about rural culture from the past. Upon entering the grounds, the children are given a questionnaire to ask the…

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‘Fowl’ play? Chickens, squash stolen

September 16, 2015
‘Fowl’ play? Chickens, squash stolen

HESPERIA — A larceny of two chickens and five Hubbard squash from a residence located in the 3900 block of White River Drive was reported to the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office Monday, Sept. 14. The homeowner told police that the theft occurred some time within the last three weeks. The victim said he was sitting at his table recently with…

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