Wangler saved the life of a woman who fell on railroad tracks By Chad Koenen Publisher Ottertail nurse John Wangler was honored last week for saving the life of a woman who had fallen on the railroad tracks on Main Avenue South in New York Mills on November 11, 2024. With nearly 20 people in attendance, including… Read More

By Tucker Henderson Reporter As the holiday season kicks off, so does the annual Christmas Tree Festival in New York Mills with a theme of “Tinsel Town Christmas” this year. The week-long event last from Saturday, Nov. 29 through Saturday, Dec. 6 and will feature activities for all ages. To kick off this year’s event, there will… Read More

Proceeds to benefit Close Up students going to Washington, DC By Tucker Henderson Reporter As the Christmas Tree Festival gears up for another spectacular year of trees, lights, goodies, games and activities, one new addition to this year’s event will be the Toy Bingo hosted by the New York Mills Close Up group. The bingo event will… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen The 14th annual New York Mills Education Foundation Community Carnival was held at NY Mills School on Friday night. The event featured an expansive silent auction with a number of items donated by local groups and businesses (left), a mini golf course, Shrek nose picking game, caricatures, dinner and a number of… Read More

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent County commissioners heard a review of the DWI Court and the Drug Court Tuesday morning, Nov. 18. Success with both programs was pointed out by County Probation Director Mike Schommer during the commissioners’ meeting at the County Government Services Center in Fergus Falls. These courts, across the state of Minnesota, are… Read More

Contributed photo Matt and Lindsay Wedde recently won a contest through Amazon that resulted in a donation of winter items to New York Mills School. The Weddes have three Amazon Hubs, including two in NY Mills. The donation includes 60 coats, hats and socks in various colors and sizes from youth small to youth XL. 

Residents had the opportunity to connect with county leaders and staff during Otter Tail County’s Community Open House on Nov. 17 at the Government Services Center in Fergus Falls. The event provided a casual, informative setting for residents to learn about county initiatives, ask questions, and share ideas. County departments highlighted ongoing projects and services. County… Read More

Contributed photos The New York Mills football team recently hosted its end of season awards banquet. Above: Award winners include: MVP: Finn Roder, Offensive Player of the Year: Finn Roder, Defensive Player of the Year: Eli Vaughan, Lineman of the Year: Grady Roberts, Special Teams Player of the Year: Gage Brasel, Scout Player of the… Read More

By Tucker Henderson Reporter With Black Friday deals and holiday shopping knocking on the doorstep, the Farmers & Merchants State Bank in New York Mills wants to help everyone make the most out of this season, but more importantly, to make sure each and every one of their customers are safe from fraud and scams which… Read More

NYM alum was honored at FFA National Convention By Tucker Henderson Reporter It’s not everyday that an FFA member receives an Honorary American Degree. In fact, the honor is quite rare, with less than one percent of all FFA members receiving the degree each year. It makes it that much more special that 2005 New York… Read More