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City council approves columbarium purchase for Silverbrook Cemetery

NILES — The City of Niles is purchasing a 48-niche columbarium from Coldspring Memorial for Silverbrook Cemetery for $21,379. The cost of the project will ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, September 15, 2022 6:00 pm

Community News

Dowagiac First United Methodist to host annual fall rummage sale

DOWAGIAC — A local church is gearing up for one of its biggest events of the year. First United Methodist Church, 326 N. Lowe St., ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, September 15, 2022 4:58 pm

Business

New Niles nonprofit hosts ribbon-cutting ceremony

NILES — Community members from Niles, South Bend and the beyond attended the enFocus ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at 423 Sycamore St. Suite 103, Niles. enFocus ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, September 15, 2022 1:03 pm

Business

Niles to consider offering new type of marijuana license

NILES — The City of Niles could soon be offering a new type of marijuana license to current and future businesses. The Niles City Council ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, September 15, 2022 9:55 am

Business

Niles to purchase new Dial-A-Ride bus

NILES — Niles Dial-A-Ride Transportation is addressing its aging equipment. The Niles City Council approved the purchase of a small bus from Hoekstra Transportation, Inc. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, September 14, 2022 6:30 pm

Community News

City Council confirms SMCAS special assessment district

NILES — City leaders have made a decision on a proposed increase in assessments for the local ambulance service. The Niles City Council voted 5-1 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, September 13, 2022 12:28 pm

Breaking News

Niles approves new Outdoor Hub location

NILES — The Niles Outdoor Hub has found its new home in a familiar place. The Nile City Council voted Monday to dedicate approximately 44 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, September 12, 2022 7:57 pm

Community News

Veterans suicide awareness group hosts fundraiser, concert at Joey Armadillo’s

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A local organization is doing its part to make a difference in the lives of veterans and first responders across Michiana. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, September 11, 2022 3:30 pm

News

WATCH: Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman’s postgame press conference

SOUTH BEND — The No. 8-ranked University of Notre Dame football team suffered a 26-21 loss to visiting Marshall Saturday afternoon.  Watch as Notre Dame ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, September 10, 2022 10:00 am

Business

Art on 2nd opens in downtown Niles

NILES — A local nonprofit is teaming up with area artists to provide a new space to showcase their works. Art on 2nd, located inside ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, September 9, 2022 1:21 pm

Berrien County

Berrien County awarded $2.6 million grant for downtown Niles, Benton Harbor

NILES — Downtown improvements are coming to Niles, thanks to a grant recently awarded to Berrien County. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced Wednesday Berrien ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, September 8, 2022 3:51 pm

Business

PHOTO STORY: Niles Scream Park opens 2022 season Friday

NILES — Walls of skeletons, possessed pictures and fearsome figures are just a few of the horrific sights awaiting guests at one of Niles’ most ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, September 8, 2022 6:00 am

Community News

Daughters of The American Revolution to install Little Free Library in South Fireman’s Park

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — Readers in the Niles Charter Township community have a new outlet to lean on, thanks to the efforts of a local ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, September 7, 2022 7:00 pm

Brandywine Education

Brandywine Community Schools welcomes back students for 2022-23 school year

NILES — After a summer away, students returned to Brandywine Community Schools last week for the 2022-2023 school year. Students at Merritt and Brandywine elementary ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, September 7, 2022 2:06 pm

Business

PHOTO STORY: Dowagiac’s Boatright Sr. returns home to host BBQ event

DOWAGIAC — It’s not every day that a celebrity grill master comes to town. But James “Big J” Boatright Sr. is not just any celebrity ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, September 2, 2022 4:41 pm

High school football

Seniors Hulett, Palmer propel Brandywine to 46-0 win over Cassopolis

The Brandywine football team bounced back against visiting Cassopolis Friday night. Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, September 2, 2022 9:33 am

Dowagiac

Dowagiac leaders focus on positives as classes resume

DOWAGIAC — It’s been a whirlwind of a first week for Dowagiac Union Schools. The joy often associated with the first day of school was ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, September 1, 2022 5:06 pm

Business

Underground Laugh Lounge to host sold-out Sneak Peak comedy show

NILES — The entrepreneurs transforming the Carnegie Library into an entertainment venue are offering community members a look at what to expect. The Underground Laugh ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, September 1, 2022 4:56 pm

Cassopolis

Cassopolis author to sign books Saturday at Dussel’s

CASSOPOLIS — Deborah Wiggins never saw herself becoming an author. “Not only did I not have experience, I am a mixed media artist,” she said. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 31, 2022 3:52 pm

DEVELOPING NEWS

Blown stop sign results in school bus crash that injures four Dowagiac students, two adults

WAYNE TOWNSHIP — A blown stop sign ended in a two-vehicle Wayne Township crash involving a Dowagiac Union Schools bus that injured four secondary students ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 31, 2022 11:37 am

Business

‘American BBQ Showdown’ star to host BBQ event Friday in Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — A celebrity grill master will be returning to his hometown of Dowagiac this Friday to serve up a smorgasbord of different grilled and ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, August 30, 2022 4:47 pm

Business

PHOTO STORY: Gov. Whitmer visits Hydro Aluminum facility in Cassopolis

CASSOPOLIS — Cass County was host to a special visitor Friday. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer visited and toured the construction site of Cassopolis’ Hydro aluminum ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 26, 2022 6:48 pm

Community News

Church to host backpack giveaway Sunday in Dowagiac

DOWAGIAC — An area church is doing its part to make sure students are prepared to go back to school. Journey of Faith Church is ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 26, 2022 1:49 pm

High school football

Watervliet blanks Brandywine 35-0 in season opener

The Justin Kinzie era of Brandywine football did not start as planned against Watervliet Thursday night. Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, August 26, 2022 9:13 am

Breaking News

Suspect arrested after fatal shooting in Ontwa Township

ONTWA TOWNSHIP — One person is dead following a shooting at a home near the intersection of Redfield and Oak Street in Ontwa Township Wednesday ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, August 24, 2022 11:19 pm

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