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Revitalization Launches 'Impact Grant' to Boost Businesses

Preliminary Interest Forms Now Open for Local Businesses The Eagle River Revitalization Program (ERRP) has launched the new Impact Grant, a competitive funding initiative aimed at fueling capital improvement projects that strengthen the local economy, support job creation, and encourage redevelopment of vacant or underutilized properties within or adjacent to

Pines Names Josh Tilley as New Assistant Principal

Josh Tilley has been named as the new assistant principal of Northland Pines Middle and High School after the Board of Education's approval during its regular board meeting June 30. The move comes after current Assistant Principal Ryan Tienhaara announced his resignation to take a role as a

Students Take to the Sky in New Flight School in Eagle River

Students Take to the Sky in New Flight School in Eagle River

Those interested in becoming a pilot can now sign up for flight training as part of an exciting new venture that has landed at Eagle River Union Airport. Noting that nearly half of the 23 students in a recent Nicolet College Private Pilot Ground School course were from the Eagle

July 4 Celebrations Light Up Towns Across the North This Week

July 4 Celebrations Light Up Towns Across the North This Week

Communities across the Northwoods are gearing up for a busy Fourth of July holiday this coming Friday, as towns and cities host a series of parades, family activities, fireworks and more in the days leading up to and immediately following Independence Day. Eagle River Eagle River's celebration will

Entities Team Up to Keep Buoys on Chain in Good Working Order

Entities Team Up to Keep Buoys on Chain in Good Working Order

There are 102 buoys on the Eagle River Chain of Lakes, from Cranberry Lake to the Highway 70 bridge on Watersmeet Lake that help boaters navigate their way and remain safe while recreating on the busy water body. But these buoys come with a price tag, along with manpower to

Prescription for Trouble: Local Pharmacies Struggle in PBM-Controlled Industry

Prescription for Trouble: Local Pharmacies Struggle in PBM-Controlled Industry

Independent pharmacist Larry Thompson is struggling to survive in a business where he has flourished for decades. He often works six days a week at Wall Street Hometown Pharmacy in downtown Eagle River filling thousands of prescriptions for people of all ages. Thompson says he cares deeply about his customers

St. Germain to Ignite July 4th Celebrations This Sunday

St. Germain to Ignite July 4th Celebrations This Sunday

The North's Fourth of July festivities start with a bang this Sunday, as St. Germain kicks it off with its annual Independence Day celebration. Always held the Sunday before July 4, St. Germain begins it all with a full day packed with family fun activities for people of