To the Editor,  One summer day during my 1940’s childhood I told my mother that my neck hurt. “Don’t talk that way,” was her almost angry retort. I was shocked at her response, but later realized that she was living in constant fear that one of her kids would fall victim to the polio epidemic that… Read More

By Tucker Henderson Reporter The title “Founder” of New York Mills can be postulated upon a number of people. Many may think of the early Dr. Henry Van Aernam, Olcot Boardman, or George Cornwell, who were the three main men who established the New York Mills Company in 1872. Others may say that those such as… Read More

Ask A Trooper Sgt. Jesse Grabow Question: Can you get an open container violation if you are on your way to a recycling center with empty bottles, cans, plastics, etc.?  This assumes that some of the contents being recycled are opened/ empty beer, wine and liquor containers? I am assuming that the driver has not been consuming any… Read More

The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda Although I have a fairly in-depth knowledge of firearms, due to having owned a hardware store that sold guns, as you know, I do not have an in-depth background in deer hunting. My first deer, which happened this season, came about because there was no one else in my enclosed, heated… Read More

Heartfelt thanks to everyone who said a prayer, brought food, gave a hug, sent a card, and remembered our family in so many ways during this past couple of weeks, as well as the last few years. You all showed up when we needed you. Mike would be so happy that you were looking after us…. Read More

We want to thank all who came out to support “Gray for Gary” night.  A “”Special” thank you to the girls’ and boys’ basketball teams that attended to show their support for Madison and her Dad!  It is so AWESOME to see that kind of support from surrounding communities!   With gratitude, The Packer Family

To the Editor, Simple pleasures matter more in a noisy, complex world. Such as, steaming hot coffee, blueberry scones, and conversations with Teresa Muckala at the Farmer’s Daughter; learning the magic of watercolor pencils on linen paper with Cheryl Bannes at the cultural center; taking sunset walks to gather tiny pinecones along Polaris Parkway. These experiences,… Read More

The Prairie Spy Alan “Lindy” Linda Back in the mid 50’s, when I was first becoming aware of girls, and muscles, I figured the liklihood that I was going to get some of either was highly questionable. Then I found the Charles Atlas advertisements. In his ads, there was always a three-segment cartoon. In the first frame,… Read More

Ask A Trooper Sgt. Jesse Grabow We all know the dangers of driving with snow and ice on the roads, but driving with snow and ice on your vehicle is also a hazard. Always take time to remove all snow and ice from your vehicle before traveling. This is for your safety and the safety of other… Read More

Mike Parta passed away recently after a long career in journalism By Tucker Henderson Reporter When one thinks of active community members of New York Mills, one local name may come to mind. The community recently lost a journalistic giant, Finnish friend, and all-around community leader, Mike Parta. Despite being clean-shaven, Parta certainly displayed the characteristics of… Read More