Take a walk around downtown Allegan, and you might notice three unique, eye-catching bike racks designed and fabricated by students at the Allegan Area ESA Tech Center. These custom creations, each tailored to the character of its location, showcase the talents of local youth while promoting sustainable transportation. Each rack reflects a different theme, emphasizing Read More…
By Gari Voss The Allegan City Council will have a number of new faces after the November 5, 2024, election. As the term of councilmembers comes to an end, three current members will be retiring. Those are the current mayor Roger Bird, and councilmembers Delora Andrus and Teresa Galloway, both of whom have served as Read More…
By John RaffelCorrespondent PAW PAW – Last Friday night (Sept. 20) the Paw Paw Red Wolves traveled down to Vicksburg to take on the 2-1 Bulldogs. Paw Paw opened the game with an 80-yard drive that was capped off with a Bryson Newell 1 yard run and after a Dalton Eick kick it was 7-0.Vicksburg Read More…
David P. Bowers, born on June 23, 1944, in Howell, Michigan, lived a life marked by his generosity, friendly demeanor, and his wonderful sense of humor that touched the lives of his family, friends, and all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. David shared a beautiful marriage with his loving wife Pamela, and Read More…
Terry Philip Cline, age 71, of Lake, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at home under the care of Heartland Hospice. Per Terry’s wishes cremation has taken place. Terry was born on October 12, 1952, in Detroit, son of Phillip and Lucy (Zienczonek) Cline. Terry was a welder by trade. He will be remembered Read More…
James Windell The newly reconstructed South Haven Skate Park was officially opened on Sunday, September 29 with a ceremony highlighted by South Haven Mayor Annie Brown cutting the red ribbon.The just-completed and refurbished skate park is located at 901 East Wells Street. Surrounded by trees, the park features a large concrete bowl as well as Read More…
James Windell The Standpipe on Blue Star Highway, a water storage tank that was built more than 100 years ago, is literally falling apart and must be replaced with a new water storage tower. A new water pump station is required, water mains need updating, and approximately 2,100 lead service lines have to be replaced Read More…
SOUTH HAVEN – The South Haven Police Department released the following statement on Monday, Sept. 30, regarding the investigation into anti-Semitic fliers that were distributed in several neighborhoods overnight (Sunday, Sept. 29).“The South Haven Police Department condemns in the strongest terms the distribution of anti-Semitic fliers found in our community. These hateful messages do not Read More…
By Paul GarrodStaff Writernews4garrod@gmail.com GENEVA TWP. – A 30-year-old South Haven area felon faces a charge of resisting and obstructing, following his arrest Thursday, Sept. 26, in Geneva Township, according to a press release from the Van Buren County Sheriff Office. Van Buren County Sheriff Daniel Abbott reported that detectives with the Van Buren County Read More…
On Saturday, Sept. 28, the Paw Paw-Lawton Lodge marked its 175th anniversary, holding a rededication ceremony, followed by a luncheon, and speakers. Members of the Paw Paw-Lawton Lodge 25 are shown. Also taking part in the rededication ceremony were state Grand Lodge officers.Courier-Leader photo /Paul Garrod By Paul GarrodStaff writernews4garrod@gmail.com PAW PAW – On Saturday, Read More…