The VFW Post 3289 Auxiliary met June 12 with 14 members present. Minutes from the May 8 meeting were approved, and the May Treasurer’s Report was filed subject to audit. The General Orders Bulletin for June 2025 from the Department President was read and discussed.  The Fall Conference will be September 19-21 in Plymouth, MN and the… Read More

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds boaters and anglers that Canada requires watercraft and equipment to meet Canadian aquatic invasive species regulations before crossing into Canada. Canada Border Services Agency’s Memorandum D19-8-5 says travelers towing or transporting boats, trailers and water-related equipment at any border crossing must ensure that these items are free of AIS;… Read More

Longtime Perham Yellowjacket Head Cross Country Coach Jeff Morris will have to make room in his trophy case for another prestigious honor. It was announced by the Minnesota Cross Country Coaches Association that Morris will be inducted into its Hall of Fame on Sunday, July 20 at its ceremony at 4 p.m.    “When I found… Read More

With summer in full swing and families heading to the lakes, Otter Tail County Public Health is reminding swimmers to be aware of swimmers itch, a common skin irritation caused by microscopic parasites in freshwater. Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction triggered when parasites released by infected snails burrow into human skin. Although uncomfortable, the condition… Read More

Changes in lake habitat, ecology and conditions coupled with technological advances in fishing gear and methods are prompting the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to seek public input on a possible reduction in the statewide walleye possession limit from six to four fish. If enacted via a rulemaking process, the change would not become effective until… Read More

Main Avenue in downtown New York Mills will transform into a lively pedestrian-only arts and culture space on Friday during the 11th Annual Fish House Festival. The event is a free, family-friendly community celebration hosted by the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center. Festival highlights include live street art beginning at 10 a.m., with artists painting… Read More

JV baseball field could see major upgrades By Chad Koenen Publisher Just one month after a tragic accident that took the life of recent New York Mills High School graduate Blake Unger, representatives from the NY Mills community are hoping to honor his life on one of the baseball fields he spent so much of his… Read More

Grant to assist with STEAM program By Tucker Henderson Reporter As the students around the New York Mills School District rejoice during the first month of summer and enjoy their various activities, members of the NY Mills Education Foundation are already preparing new opportunities for the coming school year. NY Mills Education Foundation board member, Stephanie Von… Read More

Project could get underway later in July By Chad Koenen Publisher A long-awaited water tower project in Deer Creek could come to fruition as soon as the middle of July. During its regularly scheduled meeting last week, the Deer Creek City Council heard that the Surety company will proceed with completing the water tower rehabilitation project.  Last April,… Read More

By Tucker Henderson Reporter With no new business on the docket for this month’s agenda, the New York Mills Economic Development Authority went quickly through their meeting on Tuesday, June 17 as they discussed the development within the city. Much of the meeting’s swiftness came from several agenda items hinging upon an update from Community and Economic… Read More