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Seized animals from Cornell find refuge at Delta Animal Shelter

ESCANABA – An animal neglect investigation at a residence in Cornell resulted in the seizure of more than 20 animals now housed at the Delta Animal Shelter. Brianna Makosky, 22, was arrested Feb. 4 and arraigned on multiple felony charges related to resisting, obstructing and assaulting a ...

Delta County Prosecutor issues statements on Cornell animal neglect case

ESCANABA – Prosecuting Attorney Lauren Wickman of the Delta County Prosecutor’s Office issued a press release Tuesday night regarding the ongoing animal neglect case in Cornell. Brianna Makosky, 22, was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 4, after biting a Michigan State Police (MSP) trooper during ...

One year of picketing

ESCANABA — One year since they first began demonstrations at the corner of Lincoln Road and Ludington Street in Escanaba, local protesters say that their mission is still to encourage the preservation of democracy. Though there is some variation in the messages, these activists are exercising ...

Home destroyed in late-night explosion in Garden Township

GARDEN – A house in Garden Township exploded Monday night, resulting in a complete loss of the residence. At approximately 10:23 p.m., law enforcement was dispatched to the Garden area for an explosion, according to Garden Township Fire Department Chief Keith Farley. “A neighbor of ...

From landmark to memory: uncertain future for House of Ludington site

ESCANABA - Following a devastating fire in December that marked the end of the historic House of Ludington, many community members have wondered what will become of the site and the items salvaged from the landmark. Demolition of the historic structure began Jan. 25, following a fire on ...