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News

New Greater Niles Chamber director discusses current, future initiatives

NILES — In 1919, Four Flags Chamber of Commerce formed in Niles, working to advocate for local businesses. On its centennial birthday, it joined with ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 26, 2019 9:00 am

News

Chicago man sentenced for police evasion, stolen property

NILES — A Chicago man that took enforcement officers on a cross-county chase will not be able to evade the law for some time thanks ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 26, 2019 8:59 am

Buchanan

Brunch with Santa seeks to bring out holiday cheer

BUCHANAN — Cutlery clinks, Christmas carols and Chris Kringle’s chuckles will be heard in the halls of Tabor Hill Winery and Restaurant in Buchanan Dec. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, November 25, 2019 8:23 am

News

Williams family turns grief into giving, emotion into education

NILES — On Tiara Williams’ left wrist is a tattooed “B.” Below it, a death date, June 23, 2019. Tiara’s brother has a matching tattoo. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, November 22, 2019 8:40 am

News

Healthcare expanded at new Niles Community Health Center location

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — On Friday, Nov. 15, three providers cared for some of their 3,200 patients in six exam rooms at the Niles Community ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, November 22, 2019 8:39 am

Buchanan

Buchanan Community Schools seeking public input for strategic plan

BUCHANAN — Buchanan Community Schools officially began a community input phase of a new three- to five-year strategic plan Monday, partnering with Michigan Association of ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, November 21, 2019 8:55 am

Education

Niles New Tech students work to impact local nonprofit, city

NILES — Niles residents Bill Prenkert and Caryn Adler both believe that today’s children are tomorrow’s future for Niles. With the two adults’ coordination, some ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, November 21, 2019 8:53 am

News

Berrien County Court gives probation, jail time for violent violations

NILES — A Niles man was given jail time with a probation sentence to follow Tuesday for committing two physical crimes while on probation for ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, November 20, 2019 9:05 am

News

Proactive measures highlighted at township board meeting

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A regular Berrien County Sheriff’s Department report delivered by deputy Ryan Sullivan drew the attention of Niles Charter Township board members ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, November 20, 2019 9:04 am

Berrien County

Toys for Tots season begins in southeast Berrien County

NILES — For the next month, customers may enter businesses and organizations with toys in hand and leave with not only the products and services ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, November 20, 2019 9:01 am

News

Four Flags Plaza renovations near completion

NILES — Joan Davidson’s apartment is a Christmas wonderland. Christmas lights adorn the walls. Figurines and displays light up and play holiday songs. Santas and ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 19, 2019 8:42 am

Business

ReLeaf Center hosts grand opening

NILES — A few weeks after Niles’ first medicinal marijuana business had a soft opening for the area’s medical marijuana card holders, the business hosted ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, November 18, 2019 9:51 am

Education

Eastside Connections performs ‘Shrek Jr.’

NILES — This weekend, burps and flatulence resounded on the stage of Eastside Connections School’s lunch room, as did the chuckles that followed. Eastside’s drama ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Monday, November 18, 2019 9:18 am

News

Niles District Library hosts computer, internet classes

NILES — Sarah Skinner grew up a patron of Niles District Library, 620 E. Main St. Now, she is its information and reader’s services manager, ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, November 15, 2019 8:55 am

Brandywine Education

Brandywine to perform ‘Matilda the Musical’

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — School was in session Wednesday night on Brandywine Elementary School’s stage, and for most students and staff, it was not fun. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Friday, November 15, 2019 8:54 am

Berrien County

Input on Madeline Bertrand Park needed for county plan

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — This summer, the Berrien County Parks Department gathered public input as it developed its five-year action plan for its seven parks. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, November 14, 2019 8:53 am

Education

Southside students pay tribute to veterans at annual luncheon

NILES — The snow’s white sheen emphasized the red, white and blue of small American flags lining the entrance of Southside School, 1450 Silverbrook St., ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, November 14, 2019 8:53 am

Business

Niles business owner now offering fresh scents with health benefits

NILES — When Niles resident Haley Wilson gave birth to her daughter, Stella, in May, she discovered a discomforting and painful reality. Her body made ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Thursday, November 14, 2019 8:46 am

Business

Trap House 24 opens in downtown Niles

NILES — Trap House 24, a fitness center, opened on Monday, Nov. 11 after months of renovations and setup at 127 E. Main St. location. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, November 13, 2019 8:45 am

News

Manager receives sentence for keeping thousands of dollars

NILES — A former Niles resident who said her guilt from embezzling thousands of dollars caused her to come forth was sentenced to five years ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, November 13, 2019 8:43 am

News

Niles council takes steps for federal grants

NILES — Niles City Council began setting the groundwork to potentially receive federal community development grants during a city council meeting 6 p.m. Monday, at ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Wednesday, November 13, 2019 8:42 am

Education

Magical Evening transfigures muggles into witches

NILES — Despite the school year being in full swing, children and adults alike enrolled in another educational opportunity on the evening of Friday, Nov. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 12, 2019 8:57 am

Business

Casperson’s Books celebrates its brick & mortar reopening

NILES — A business with three generations of family ownership celebrated its first of three new phases by reopening its brick and mortar store in ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 12, 2019 8:55 am

Education

Niles FFA celebrates its comeback kids successes

NILES — At 7 p.m. Nov. 12, Niles FFA will host its alumni and friends meeting in the agriculture room at Niles High School, 1441 ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 12, 2019 8:54 am

News

Indiana, Michigan officially connected by dedicated trail for first time

MICHIANA — In 1869, a golden spike was driven into a railway, commemorating two railroads connecting to create the first transcontinental railroad in the U.S. ... Read more

by Beau Brockett Jr., Tuesday, November 12, 2019 8:53 am

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