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Princess of Manistee ends cruising season with voyage to Ludington

November 1, 2026

This MCP Shipping Report is presented by Great Lakes Boat Blog by Rob Alway. Please consider subscribing to www.greatlakesboatblog.com for an exclusive page about the story of the maritime industry past and present.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LAKE MICHIGAN — The Princess of Manistee concluded its 2026 cruising season Sunday, Nov. 1, with a private excursion from its summer berth…

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Nickelena delivers barge from shipyard to Ludington

November 1, 2026

This MCP Shipping Report is presented by Great Lakes Boat Blog by Rob Alway. Please consider subscribing to www.greatlakesboatblog.com for an exclusive page about the story of the maritime industry past and present.  By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — The tug Nickelena delivered the tank…

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Obituary: Marion Joseph Dufon, 91, of Fountain

October 31, 2026

Marion Joseph Dufon, a gentle and kind-hearted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in his family home on Saturday, October 24, 2026 surrounded by his loving family and his beloved wife of 62 years, Karen. Born on Christmas Day in 1934 in his…

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USS Silversides heads home following historic dry dock restoration

October 30, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief MUSKEGON — After more than three months away from its home port, one of the most decorated American submarines of World War II is making its…

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A birthday worth coming home for: Life in a Great Lakes mariner’s family

October 30, 2026

This MCP Shipping Report is presented by Great Lakes Boat Blog by Rob Alway. Please consider subscribing to www.greatlakesboatblog.com for an exclusive page about the story of the maritime industry…

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County may consider $183,558 jail health care agreement, other contracts

October 30, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Board of Commissioners’ Finance, Personnel and Rules Committee will consider a proposed $183,558 annual agreement for medical services at…

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County considers sick-time payouts as employee health insurance costs rise 27%

October 30, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — The Mason County Board of Commissioners may consider allowing employees to cash out accumulated sick time to help offset a 27% increase…

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Mason County considers management agreements with two senior centers

October 30, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief PERE MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP — Mason County officials are considering temporary management agreements with two of the county’s four senior centers, a move that would give county…

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Recent birth, published Oct. 30, 2026

October 30, 2026

The following birth has been reported: Kolsen James Pratt, the son of Andee Carter and James Pratt of Manistee, was born on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Unless indicated, births occurred at…

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Calumet returns to Ludington and Manistee

October 29, 2026

This MCP Shipping Report is presented by Great Lakes Boat Blog by Rob Alway. Please consider subscribing to www.greatlakesboatblog.com for an exclusive page about the story of the maritime industry…

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Seven area youths prepare to raise honeybees

October 29, 2026

Seven area youths have completed their initial training through the West Shore Beekeepers Association’s 2026 Youth Apiary Project and will receive their own honeybee colonies next spring. The program provides…

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Area students explore health care careers through Northwest Michigan Health Pathways

October 29, 2026

West Shore School News is a presentation of West Shore Educational Service District in partnership with Mason County Press and Oceana County Press.  SHELBY — Nine ninth- and 10th-grade students…

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Obituary: Bruce A. Dykhouse, 79, of Ludington

October 29, 2026

Bruce A. Dykhouse, 79, of Ludington, formerly of Grand Rapids, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026. Bruce was born in Grand Rapids, the son of the late John and…

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Obituary: Rebecca Carol Staley, 83, of Scottville and Zephyrhills, Fla.

October 29, 2026

Rebecca Carol Staley, 83, of Scottville and Zephyrhills, Fla., passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Rebecca was born on September 9, 1943, in Battle…

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Obituary: Roger Alan Weinert, 79, of Ludington

October 29, 2026

Roger Alan Weinert, 79, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2026, in Ludington. Roger was born on July 29, 1947, in Ludington and graduated from Ludington High School with the…

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American Legion Auxiliary to host Fall Craft and Vendor Market Nov. 7

October 29, 2026

LUDINGTON — The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 76 will hold its annual Fall Craft and Vendor Market on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at American Legion…

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Radiant Church to offer free Thanksgiving dinner

October 28, 2026

LUDINGTON — Radiant Church will host a free Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner on Thursday, Nov. 26, for residents of Mason and Oceana counties. The church will serve a traditional Thanksgiving…

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Recent births, published Oct. 28, 2026

October 28, 2026

The following births have been reported: Ophelia Leilani Ross, the daughter of Taylor Conder and Jerison Ross of Scottville, was born on Monday, October 26, 2026. Elizabeth Marie Beetz, the daughter of…

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Ludington City Council revisits paid parking proposal for Stearns Park

October 27, 2026

By Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief LUDINGTON — Ludington City Council discussed a proposal to charge for parking at Stearns Park and several other waterfront locations during its regular meeting Monday, Oct.…

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Police news, published Oct. 27, 2026

October 27, 2026

The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following is recent Ludington Police Department activity: Friday, Oct. 23, 2026: 12:13…

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Obituary: Thomas Kintner, 75, of Custer

October 27, 2026

Thomas Kintner, 75, of Custer, formerly of Dimondale, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Born on March 25, 1951, in Flint to Ezra and Marjory (Lannon) Kintner, Tom lived…

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