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NODE construction to begin next month in downtown Niles
NILES — Construction will soon begin on Niles’ planned public outdoor space in the heart of downtown. Construction on the Niles Outdoor Dining Experience is set to begin Tuesday, Sept. 3. The project – expected to be completed by Nov. 22 barring unforeseen circumstances – calls for the permanent closure of Second Street between East […] The post NODE construction to begin next month in downtown Niles appeared first on Leader Publications.
COVID cases on the rise locally and nationally
GOSHEN, Ind. (WSBT) — A "summer spike" of COVID cases is now hitting our area. At Goshen Health, a small spike can be reported, but it is also believed some people are not getting tested. As of March 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) no longer...
Pokagon Band of Potawatomi elects new Tribal Council members
DOWAGIAC — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians announced the election of its new Tribal Council Members who were sworn in during a ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 10. Matthew Wesaw was elected Tribal Chairman, Sam Morseau was re-elected Secretary, Mark Topash was re-elected Member At Large, and John P. Warren was elected Elders Representative. Matthew […] The post Pokagon Band of Potawatomi elects new Tribal Council members appeared first on Leader Publications.
Boil water order in place for part of Niles
NILES, Mich. -- The City of Niles reports a boil water order is currently in place for District 2 due to Coliform bacteria detected in the city's water. City officials say the second sample taken for the month of August tested positive for Coliform, so boil your water before using.
Michiana realtor explains big changes coming to real estate commissions
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - A landmark settlement is paving the way for an overhaul in how home buyers and sellers pay realtors’ fees. Up until now, home sellers typically had to pay a 5% or 6% commission. Going forward, buyers’ agents must discuss their compensation upfront. They will...
Elkhart residents cool down at ‘Summer Chill Concert’
ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - What’s better on a hot night than a “Summer Chill Concert?”. The latest rendition of the free, family-friendly concert series took place on Friday night at NIBCO Water and Ice Park in Elkhart. Children ran around, cooling off in the splash pad while their...
St. Joseph County probate judge race upended by Zappia brothers' alleged altercation
GRANGER — With a little more than two months left before voters select a probate judge in St. Joseph County, one of the candidates had an alleged altercation with his brother. Loris Zappia is a St. Joseph County deputy prosecutor and the Republican nominee for probate judge. He released a statement about his...
Niles approves annual Apple Festival
NILES — The Apple Festival Committee’s request to conduct the 52nd annual Four Flags Area Apple Festival from Thursday, Sept. 26 through Sunday, Sept. 29 was approved 5-1 during Monday’s Niles City Council meeting. The four-day event will ring in the fall season with all kinds of entertainment, activities and treats. Councilmembers Amanda Dunnem and […] The post Niles approves annual Apple Festival appeared first on Leader Publications.
Free Car Show at Congdon Park Saturday, live music and cash prizes
BRISTOL, Ind. -- The Bristol Public Library and Bristol Parks will host a free family-friendly car show at Congdon Park on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Organizers invite community members to come out to showcase their classic cars, grab food from local vendors, and enjoy live blues, classic rock, and oldies performed by local band P.T. and the Cruisers.
Controversy surrounds Penn Township treasurer race
PENN TOWNSHIP — It looks like the Aug. 6 primary election isn’t quite over for one Cass County township. Cass County Clerk/Register Monica McMichael confirmed Thursday that the contest for the Republican nomination for Penn Township Treasurer ended in a tie. McMichael said that a mistake on state voter software caused local township officials to […] The post Controversy surrounds Penn Township treasurer race appeared first on Leader Publications.
Embattled Buchanan Mayor steps down after months of infighting
After months of controversy, infighting and personal insults, Buchanan Mayor Sean Denison announced he would be leaving his position during a city commission meeting on Monday. Denison and other commission members faced ongoing criticism after the suspension of former City Manager Ben Eldridge in November. Eldridge would later resign, but...
12th Annual Michiana RenFest kicks off Aug 24
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind.-- The 12th Annual Michiana Renaissance Festival starts August 24 and 25 at the St. Joseph County 4H Fairgrounds in South Bend. You can take a huge leap back in time, straight into the Renaissance and beyond. Spend the day enjoying live shows, street performers, live steel...
Berrien County Youth Fair royalty crowned for 2024
BERRIEN SPRINGS — Niles residents Audrey Dixon and Paul Pirri were chosen to represent the Berrien County Youth Fair as the queen and king at the Aug. 12-17 fair. The new royalty were chosen Friday night, Aug. 9, during a contest in the Grandstand at the fairgrounds in Berrien Springs. According to a news release, first runner-up to the king is Kyle Smith of Stevensville and first runner-up to the queen is Emma Zeiger of Three Oaks.
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