Oceana Drive south of New Era to be closed Tuesday for road work GRANT TOWNSHIP — Oceana Drive south of New Era will be closed to traffic Tuesday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. so workers can pave over the “open cut” made in the road, according to the Oceana County Road Commission. A detour will be set…
Motorcyclist killed in Pentwater crash identified ‘This is a big loss for the community’ PENTWATER — The 72-year-old motorcyclist who died following a pickup truck vs. motorcycle crash Saturday afternoon, May 13, at the intersection of Madison Road and Sixth Street has been identified as Paul Richard McDonald of Pentwater, according to Pentwater Police Chief Laude Hartrum. “It was a…
Motorcyclist arrested for meth possession, fleeing from police CRYSTAL TOWNSHIP — A 31-year-old Hart man riding a motorcycle was arrested for fleeing and eluding police, methamphetamine possession and improper license plate on North 144th Avenue Sunday, May 14, shortly after 10 p.m., according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. He was lodged in the Oceana County Jail. The following is…
Thief or thieves steal from farm workers while they’re picking asparagus LEAVITT TOWNSHIP — While farm workers were picking asparagus in a field on North 160th Avenue Saturday, May 13, around 7:30 p.m., a thief or thieves took advantage and stole several wallets, cash and cell phones from the workers, according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. It was not…
Recent deaths, service announcements, posted May 15, 2023 Mark James Christiansen, 70, of Shelby, died on Friday, May 12, 2023. Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home, Shelby. Frances Jane Buck, 92, of Pentwater, died on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Joan Ruth Haiss, 80, of Pentwater, died on Sunday, May 14,…
Obituary: Mark Christiansen, 70, of Shelby Mark James Christiansen, 70, of Shelby, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023, with his loving family by his side. Mark was born January 25, 1953 in Muskegon, the son of Henry and Janet (Laughlin) Christiansen. Formerly of Fruitport, Mark met his wife Janet while studying journalism and conservation at Central Michigan University. He…
One dead following crash in Pentwater PENTWATER — A 72-year-old Pentwater man died following a two vehicle crash that occurred Saturday afternoon at the intersection of Madison Road and Sixth Street. Emergency personnel were dispatched at 2:49 p.m. According to a press release from Pentwater Police Department, a pickup truck was eastbound on Sixth Street when it crossed the centerline,…
Asparagus cart comes loose from trailer, hits oncoming truck HART TOWNSHIP — An asparagus cart came loose from a trailer as it was being hauled down West Tyler Road near 104th Avenue in a pickup truck and hit an oncoming Great Lakes Energy truck Wednesday, May 10, around 3 p.m., according to Oceana County Sheriff Craig Mast. “An asparagus picking…
79th District Court sentencings, posted May 10, 2023 HART — The following were sentenced recently in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Matthew Hamilton Gamble, of 4401 W. Tyler Rd., Hart, was found guilty May 9 of operating while intoxicated and was sentenced to 93 days in jail with credit for five days served; one year probation; Alcohol Highway Safety Education…
79th District Court news, posted May 9, 2023 HART — The following proceedings recently took place in Oceana County’s 79th District Court: Arraignments Felonies Alfred Martinez Escamilla, of 71 Ferry St., Shelby; Michigan State Police (MSP); third-offense operating while intoxicated, driving while license suspended (DWLS) and disorderly conduct. Preliminary exam: May 30 at 1 p.m. Bail: $15,000/cash/surety/10 percent. Cameron Scott…
Friends of Pentwater-Hart Trail to host ‘Tacos & Trek for the Trail’ PENTWATER — The non-profit organization, Friends of the Pentwater-Hart Trail, will hold its annual fun-filled Taco luncheon and guided 5k ride/run/walk through Pentwater known as Tacos & Trek for the Trail Saturday, June 24. This will be the fourth such fundraiser for the trail on the Pentwater Village…
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Recent deaths, service announcements, posted May 9, 2023 Gary Hunt Worton, 80, of Pentwater, died on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.OakGroveLudington.com. Listing of 2023 deaths. Listing of 2022 deaths. Listing of 2021 deaths. Listing of 2020 deaths. Listing of 2019 deaths. Listing…
Obituary: Raymond Dewyer, 68, of Fairbault, Minn., formerly of Pentwater Raymond Peter Dewyer, 68, passed away in his home in Faribault, Minnesota on February 17, 2023. Raymond was born on April 16, 1954 in Ludington to Ovid and Emily Dewyer and grew up in Pentwater. He met Suzanne Marie Nigro while attending college at Michigan State University and they were…
And the Ride with Pirate Pride winner is…Molly Dessauer! Pirate News is a presentation of Hart Public Schools in partnership with Oceana County Press. By Allison Scarbrough, Editor HART — Hart High School junior Molly Dessauer was the lucky winner of a 2011 Ford Fiesta valued at $7,000 during the Ride with Pirate Pride assembly Monday, May 8. Molly was…
