By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent Gift card scams, despite repeated warnings, have continued this spring in Otter Tail County. Sheriff deputies, on April 21, reported that a scam had been averted relating to a county resident who resides at Big McDonald Lake, northwest of Dent. The county resident was initially contacted by a scammer who said… Read More

The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center will conclude its 2026 Spring Concert Series with a live performance by the Clayton Ryan Duo on Thursday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m.  Held in the Cultural Center’s intimate listening-room-style gallery space, the concert promises an evening of original music, storytelling, and humor. Doors open at 7 p.m. No… Read More

Contributed photos Thirty-five members of the New York Mills FFA chapter attended the Minnesota FFA State Convention, repre-senting their school and community in multiple competitions. The Nursery & Landscaping team earned 4th place in the state and was recognized on stage for its achieve-ment. The Farm Business Management team also performed well, finishing in the… Read More

Photos by Chad Koenen The annual New York Mills prom and grand march was held on Saturday at the school. The theme for this year’s prom was Mamma Mia! and featured a Greek vibe.

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent A motion by County Commissioner Dan Bucholz of Perham and seconded by Commissioner Sean Sullivan of Fergus Falls was unanimously carried on April 14 to approve a Conditional Use Permit. This was recommended by the Planning Commission for the Otter Tail County Parks and Trails Department to proceed with Phase… Read More

By Chad Koenen Publisher The New York Mills Eagles continue to drop times and post personal bests on the track and in the field events. Last week the Eagles traveled to Long Prairie-Grey Eagle, before hitting the road once again to travel to Pillager on Thursday. This week the Eagles will travel to United North Central on… Read More

Contributed photo The junior high history class competed in a online history bee. The runner up for NYM was Hadley Johnson and the champion was Ezekiel Geiser. Congratulations to these young history buffs. 

By Tom Hintgen Otter Tail County Correspondent “Old-fashioned small-town baseball is the glue that holds many communities together,” says Tom Tomashek, co-author of “Minnesota Town Ball.” Fans at small town parks in Otter Tail County, similar to those watching baseball at major league parks, enjoy eating hot dogs and partaking of beverages while cheering for their teams. “The… Read More

In a time of the world where newspapers are facing dire straights to keeping their doors open, the New York Mills Dispatch continues to provide weekly news, sports and community coverage to the greater northeast portion of Otter Tail County.  The publication began in 2013 when a group of community members approached Henning Publications, LLC, owners… Read More

Local churches face uncertainty amid changes with local parish By Tucker Henderson Reporter Throughout the Saint Cloud Diocese of the Roman Catholic Church, the All Things New: Pastoral Planning Process has given parishes pause as the proposed merger brings up questions of combined services, staff reductions and even church closures. Recently, the Mary, Mother of the Church… Read More