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Muskegon Heights councilman explains why he voted to fire the interim city manager
In a 45-minute video, Councilman William Kitchen shared why he voted to fire Pearlette Merriweather on June 8. The vote was 4-3. None of the majority members gave a reason during the meeting.
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4m2-day Icons Fest with workshops on comics scheduled at Maltz Museum
The museum is planning to host the event, which is inspired by Icons in Ink: The Jewish Comics Experience. The fest will include appearances from many artists, creators and others.
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7mIn a win for no one, Bottle Bill alternative redemption center plans unravel
Nobody with a stake in the nonprofit-run redemption site plan seems entirely happy with how bottle and can returns will soon be handled in Portland.
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3mDavid Stearns weighs in on Mets’ ‘inconsistent’ at-bats: Why do they keep chasing?
The Mets start a pivotal stretch within their schedule on Friday, facing the Braves and Phillies in 13 of their next 23 games.
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5mUpdate: The severe thunderstorm warning is forecast to expire at 6:45 p.m.
The warning was active for Rockland and Westchester counties.
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2mThe secret ingredient behind Portland’s best restaurant and bar patios of 2026
See what's new on our 2026 guide to Portland's best patios, beer gardens and rooftop bars.