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Opinion

Assange in the same vein as Moore

Well, it’s happened. And I never thought it would. But Sarah Palin and I actually agree on something. This would mean very little to her, ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, December 15, 2010 11:21 pm

News

Students ‘adopt’ school families

When it comes to giving back to their community, students and teachers at Brandywine Elementary School are looking inward and helping members of their own ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:37 am

News

Business resorts to layoffs after theft

The impact of the choices made by Kevin Albertson, 30, of Dowagiac was made clear by his victim Monday morning. Albertson stood before Berrien County ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, December 13, 2010 9:15 pm

News

Business off to a good start for the season

Holiday shoppers are not the only consumers to spend their dollars inside retail stores this season. For the avid sportsman, there is plenty of hunting ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, December 13, 2010 8:21 am

News

A business that’s always blooming

Though the scene outside may look like a winter wonderland these days, the scene inside Petals and Presents in Edwardsburg is always in bloom. And ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Friday, December 10, 2010 3:07 pm

News

What makes new businesses work?

Linda Thomas stops in for lunch at Pasofino’s in Niles two to three times a week. It’s hard for her to pick a favorite when ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, December 9, 2010 10:30 pm

News

Help stuff a ‘trolley’ for needy families

Niles Dial-A-Ride, along with WSMK 99.1 and the Salvation Army, has announced the first Holiday Stuff-A-Bus to benefit Niles area families. “This is inaugural Stuff-A-Bus,” ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, December 9, 2010 10:29 pm

Opinion

Good vs. evil, responsibility and, yes, Spider-Man

The other day I decided to ignore the frightening reality that is the release of the state’s secrets through WikiLeaks and instead read a fascinating ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, December 9, 2010 8:57 pm

Opinion

A tale of two certainties

As a journalist, it makes sense to hold a belief in certainty. We’re supposed to seek out the truth and accuracy of every story we ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, December 8, 2010 10:17 pm

News

Sheriff’s department hires new Niles sergeant; Miller now detective

Deputies of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department, Niles Patrol will be under new leadership starting Monday. Sgt. Randy Miller, who has been patrolling Niles Township ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, December 8, 2010 12:13 am

News

Blankets made for Salvation Army

Niles High School students have been donating their time for a good cause by making fleece blankets to be given to the homeless and those ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, December 8, 2010 12:11 am

News

More lake-effect snow forecasted

Well, the weather outside is frightful. Over the weekend, the Michiana area saw its first snow, with lake-effect snow blanketing areas and forcing street crews ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, December 6, 2010 9:25 pm

News

28 kids treated to ‘shopping spree’

One might imagine it was quite the wish come true for some local kids as they participated in the Shop with a Cop program at ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Monday, December 6, 2010 9:23 pm

Business

A business that’s always blooming

Though the scene outside may look like a winter wonderland these days, the scene inside Petals and Presents in Edwardsburg is always in bloom. Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, December 5, 2010 4:43 pm

News

‘Spirit’ of Knauf honored at ceremony

Last month, an unveiling for a specialized Boeing C-17 training aircraft, the S-1, at the U.S. Army Transportation School in Fort Lee, Va. celebrated the ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, December 5, 2010 4:40 pm

News

Getting in the giving spirit

The spirit of giving unto others has not been lost on Niles High School students. Members of the school’s Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) group ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Friday, December 3, 2010 11:58 pm

News

Salvation Army to offer home energy workshop

It is that time of year again. For many, with colder temperatures often come additional worries as energy costs increase and heating bills pile up, ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, December 2, 2010 10:19 pm

News

Business gives back with food drive

In the spirit of the season, Edwardsburg’s Cressy and Everett is holding a celebration that will also be a way of giving back to the ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Thursday, December 2, 2010 7:59 pm

News

Celebrate Hometown Christmas Saturday

A longtime Niles tradition, the annual Hometown Christmas will celebrate its 19th holiday season Saturday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Niles Amtrak Depot, ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Tuesday, November 30, 2010 11:35 pm

News

Downtown lights up for holidays

Shortly before 4 p.m. Saturday, Julie Feece and her family were already standing outside the Four Flags Antique Mall, their winter coats zipped up, a ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, November 28, 2010 5:53 pm

News

Weekend spurs local commerce

It's been a busy weekend for local businesses. Along with a push to sway Black Friday shoppers through their doors, small business owners banded together ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, November 28, 2010 5:50 pm

News

Students leaving mark on village

Power of persuasion: Students leave mark on village In the near future, visitors and residents traveling through Edwardsburg will likely notice a little something different ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, November 28, 2010 4:17 pm

News

Eddies’ food drive a success

There is plenty of thanks for the giving around Edwardsburg. Recently, Edwardsburg Public School students of all grades and ages took part in an annual ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Sunday, November 28, 2010 4:15 pm

News

Niles Housing Commission 50th in state to adopt smoke-free policy

The Niles Housing Commission took a few steps toward its goal of being a smoke-free environment by 2012. The commission’s board of directors voted unanimously ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, November 24, 2010 5:56 pm

News

Fixture at YMCA retiring after 32 years

For many families, their local YMCA serves as the backdrop to many memories like swimming lessons, after-school activities and the workouts that made losing all ... Read more

by jessicasieff, Wednesday, November 24, 2010 5:53 pm

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