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Brandywine Education

Incoming Brandywine superintendent ‘excited’ to lead district

NILES — Brandywine Middle/High School Principal Travis Walker likes to joke that he “went into the family business” when he pursued a career in education.  ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, May 14, 2022 2:00 pm

Business

Niles City Council approves provisional certificates for new marijuana business

NILES — The Niles City Council approved provisional certificates for Class C grow and processing to Craft Hydroponic to conduct marijuana business activities at 901 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, May 14, 2022 10:30 am

Community News

City council approves 200K Plym Park parking lot project

NILES — A local park will soon be receiving a new infrastructure project. The Niles City Council approved a $203,000 parking lot construction project for ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, May 14, 2022 8:00 am

Community News

Dowagiac River experts urge caution following recent water rescue

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP – An emergency water rescue involving several kayakers on the Dowagiac River last week brought the potential dangers of the river back ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, May 14, 2022 6:00 am

Business

National Standard demolition complete; Niles Inn project enters second phase

NILES — Two facilities long considered eyesores by residents and passersby are in the process of being repurposed for community use. The former National Standard ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 13, 2022 4:00 pm

Business

Niles DDA presents ‘downtown outdoor hub’ survey results

NILES — The results of a survey given to Niles residents seeking input as the city explores options for enhancing its downtown experience are in. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, May 12, 2022 2:58 pm

Community News

Niles Renaissance Faire returns to Plym Park May 21

NILES — The trumpet has been sounded, signaling the return of the Niles Renaissance Faire. The annual event will take place Saturday, May 21 and ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, May 11, 2022 6:00 am

Berrien County

Reproductive rights supporters rally in Niles

NILES — More than 50 people gathered in front of the Chapin Mansion Sunday morning for a rally supporting women’s reproductive rights. The rally was ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 10, 2022 4:13 pm

Brandywine Education

Brandywine 2022 valedictorians share Bobcat experiences

NILES TOWNSHIP — A trio of Brandywine High School seniors will take the commencement stage as the top academic members of the 2022 graduating class. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, May 7, 2022 11:08 am

News

MSP Niles’ inaugural Purses with a Purpose program a success

NILES — The Michigan State Police Niles Post saw a successful first year of its Purses with a Purpose program Thursday afternoon. 241 purses were ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 6, 2022 6:30 pm

College

Niles woman, Edwardsburg grad named Perry Award recipient at Mississippi College

CLINTON, MS — A local woman was recently recognized for her academic efforts in college. Ann Marks – a Niles native and Edwardsburg High School ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 6, 2022 3:00 pm

Business

Second annual Apple Festival Spring Market set for next week

NILES – Seventy vendors and 15 food trucks will arrive at the Four Flags Area Apple Festival grounds next weekend to celebrate the spring season. ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, May 6, 2022 10:19 am

Berrien County

Fernwood Botanical Garden to host Spring Garden Market

NILES — A local botanical garden and nature preserve is ushering in the spring season with a horticultural event for the community to enjoy. Fernwood ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, May 5, 2022 3:03 pm

Community News

Niles High School student organizes tree planting project

Sawyer Lundberg, a 10th grader at Niles High School, dropped off 78 tree saplings to St. Mary’s School Principal Leslie Conyers on Wednesday, April 27 ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, May 4, 2022 1:00 pm

Community News

Niles Summer Concert Series, Movies In The Park to return in June

NILES — Music and movies will return to Riverfront Park just in time for summer. Niles Music and More announced its annual Summer Concert Series ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, May 3, 2022 2:41 pm

Track & Field

Niles, Buchanan swept by Plainwell in tri-meet

The Niles and Buchanan track and field teams were unable to overcome Plainwell Friday night. Read more

by Max Harden, Saturday, April 30, 2022 3:18 pm

Business

Ex-Lions host former Red Wing, Stanley Cup Champion at marijuana dispensary

NILES — It was a star-studded affair at Primitiv last Saturday. Not only were customers able to see former Detroit Red Wings and Stanley Cup ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, April 29, 2022 8:30 am

Community News

Niles church unveils new community playground

NILES — A local church’s fundraising efforts have created a space for the children to enjoy. Community Evangelical Free Church, 120 E. Bertrand Road, recently ... Read more

by Max Harden, Thursday, April 28, 2022 9:59 am

Business

Ginny’s Place to close after 3 years

NILES — A local restaurant will soon be closing its doors for good. Ginny’s Place, a breakfast and lunch eatery located at 402 Wayne St., ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 27, 2022 2:00 pm

Berrien County

Niles approves grant application for community development projects

NILES — More community development projects could be on the way for the City of Niles. The Niles City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing ... Read more

by Max Harden, Wednesday, April 27, 2022 11:30 am

Community News

Niles approves $884,000 in wastewater system improvements, repairs

NILES — The Niles City Council addressed a series of smelly situation Monday evening. The council unanimously passed a series of motions totaling more than ... Read more

by Max Harden, Tuesday, April 26, 2022 3:26 pm

Community News

Berrien County Election Commission approves petition language against Niles board members

ST. JOSEPH — A trio of refiled recall petitions targeting three Niles school board members were approved by the Berrien County Election Commission during a ... Read more

by Max Harden, Monday, April 25, 2022 2:53 pm

Community News

PHOTO STORY: Hundreds suit up for annual Niles Hero Run

NILES — Villains hoping to take over Niles Saturday morning did not stand a chance. 217 heroes of all ages descended upon downtown Niles to ... Read more

by Max Harden, Sunday, April 24, 2022 1:23 pm

Business

Scrapper’s Rescue Corporation hosts ribbon cutting ceremony

NILES — A new non-profit organization was officially welcomed into the community Friday morning. Community members and business owners attended Scrapper’s Rescue Corporation’s ribbon-cutting ceremony ... Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, April 22, 2022 4:30 pm

High school tennis

Brandywine girls tennis sweeps Dowagiac, Bronson

The Brandywine girls tennis team made the most of Thursday’s bright, sunny weather. Read more

by Max Harden, Friday, April 22, 2022 2:47 pm

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