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Police news, posted Dec. 18, 2023

December 18, 2023

Police news, posted Dec. 18, 2023 The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. The following activity from area law enforcement has been reported: Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 2:04 a.m., Mason County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), a 39-year-old Bangor man was cited following a traffic stop for driving while license suspended, fifth offense,…

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Ludington library to host New Year’s Eve party

December 18, 2023

Ludington library to host New Year’s Eve party LUDINGTON — The Ludington branch of the Mason County District Library will host a New Year’s Eve party from 8:30 to 11 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 31. The family event will include crafts, games, and entertainment. The event is free. The library is located at 217 E. Ludington Ave.

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Haveman to become new LPD captain

December 15, 2023

Haveman to become new LPD captain LUDINGTON — Ludington Police Sgt. Michael Haveman is set to be promoted to captain, replacing Steve Wietrzykowski, who is retiring effective in early January 2024. City Council is expected to take action on Haveman’s contract during its regular meeting on Monday, Dec. 18. Haveman was hired by Ludington Police Department in October 2001 and…

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Pentwater man creates unique bench from grille of ‘67 Pontiac GTO

December 15, 2023

Pentwater man creates unique bench from grille of ‘67 Pontiac GTO’ ‘The lumber I used was from a beech tree that had to be taken down last year in Scottville. So, the tree now lives on as a bench.’ By Ron Beeber, Contributing Writer PENTWATER — Do you remember the Pontiac GTO, a popular 1960s muscle car from GM? With…

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Deer blind stolen

December 15, 2023

Deer blind stolen The police news is a presentation of Smith & Eddy Insurance, serving west Michigan since 1902, smith-eddy.com. SHERIDAN TOWNSHIP — A theft of a deer blind was reported Wednesday, Dec. 13, around 5:30 p.m. in the 4600 block of North Morse Road, said Mason County Sheriff Kim Cole. It’s a 5’x7’ blind on a 6’x10’ 2011 black…

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