Multi-use regional trail to connect Perham to Pelican Rapids Trail The Heart of the Lakes Regional Trail (unofficially referred to as the Perham to Pelican Rapids Trail) is a 10-foot wide, 32-mile long, multi-use recreational trail connecting the communities of Perham and Pelican Rapids via Maplewood State Park.  The trail is comprised of five segments: Pelican Rapids, Maplewood,… Read More

Contributed photo Princess Kay of the Milky Way, Anne Euerle, visited all three New York Mills kindergarten rooms on Monday, May 16.  She shared her passion for the dairy industry and farming, read a fun book to each class and handed out coloring books for each child to take home. 

Fire destroys chicken coop, mower, fish house By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent  Sheriff deputies, on May 22, reported the theft of about 65 catalytic converters and copper scrap cable, near New York Mills, with a combined value of close to $10,500. The exact location of the theft was in Newton Township, east of New York Mills. It… Read More

Lake Region Electric Cooperative (LREC) is celebrating 85 years with their members on June 2, during its annual meeting.  This year LREC is bringing a few changes to the annual meeting, including two additional satellite locations, along with the ability to livestream the event from a smart device. The satellite venues will be the Frazee Community… Read More

Grace Connection has come to the point of celebrating the dedication of their new church building. The construction began a year ago and, with the help of many volunteers, has developed into a beautiful place of worship. A Dedication Service will be held at the church on Friday, June 3 at 6:30 p.m. culminating in a… Read More

Photos by Dani and Chad Koenen A pair of Memorial Day programs were held in New York Mills and Deer Creek on Monday morning. As part of the NY Mills program, the high school band performed and the NY Mills VFW honored the various branches of the military with their branch flag. 

By Tucker Henderson Reporter Health is an important pillar of any community, New York Mills included. With a walking trail at the south edge of town and new scenic walking paths along the sidewalks of NY Mills, the city is full of opporunities for those who like to stretch their legs. However, what about those who… Read More

Photo by Chad Koenen Hattie Dockter cracked a small smile after receiving her pre-k diploma on Tuesday night. Dockter received her diploma from New York Mills School Superintendent Blaine Novak. The night also featured a number of songs and plenty of time for pictures by family and friends. For more information about the pre-k graduation, check… Read More

Volunteers sought for AIS inspections By Tucker Henderson Reporter The lakes and streams in Otter Tail County are one of the area’s claims to fame, and more importantly, one of the most valuable natural resources. As volunteers for the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) test water quality in local lakes and streams, local residents have the opportunity… Read More