NY Mills State of City shines light on growth

New York Mills Mayor Larry Hodgson expressed his excitement with the upcoming election year during his State of the City address at city hall last week.

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Students compete in fight against the pump

Students in the New York Mills School power mechanics class are about halfway through the assembly of the aluminum car they’ll use to compete in the Minnesota Technology Education Association (MTEA) Super Mileage competition in May.

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Ventriloquist coming to NY Mills

Without moving his lips, a one-man variety act will entertain entire families at the city hall in New York Mills.

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Ottertail bids low on bike path project

Council members discuss options to raise new funds before Oct. 2013 deadline

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NY Mills sees sign of growth

The New York Mills School Age Childcare (SACC) program is helping 10 more families this year. Daycare provider Irene Sandback said she takes this as a sign of economic growth, as people are finding jobs and seeking daycare

April levy a go

The Perham-Dent School Board is hoping April 3 will be its lucky day.

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Zorbaz brings a little flair and a ‘buy local’ message to shores of Green Lake, Minn.

There’s fresh paint inside and out, and a new bar has been built. But a quick look around will tell you that the new Zorbaz on Green Lake still has some things in common with its former incarnation as Melvin’s on the Lake.

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New law: Those hired to remove docks, lifts must have state permit

Another tactic to stop the spread of zebra mussels will take place throughout the state this winter – training sessions for those who are hired to install and remove boats, docks and lifts.

NYM welding students build Twin Towers

A replica of the Twin Towers will be added to the sculpture park in New York Mills next summer, thanks to the introduction to welding students at the high school.

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Caring Hearts animal adoption kicks off

Caring Hearts will be holding an Open House this Saturday, Jan. 21 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at All Creatures Veterinary Hospital in Perham. There will be prize drawings, free cat and dog food giveaways, and pets available for adoption. The event is free and open to the public. The event is intended to raise awareness in the community about Caring Hearts and what it does.

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Making a sport of eating

Traveler attempts to tackle 3 food challenges in one day

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PHOTO GALLERY: Twins stop in at KLN

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Bismarck’s Medcenter One in talks with Sanford

FARGO – Hospital executives from Sanford Health and Bismarck’s Medcenter One are discussing a possible merger.

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Twins make stop in Perham

Twins players and Manager Ron Gardenhire stopped at the KLN offices in Perham today. See this week's paper for more photos.

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Minnesota Millionaires

Mike and Lea Snyder of rural Wadena are new Minnesota Millionaires after Mike purchased two tickets for the big prize.

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