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Area Fire Fighters WoRK on Certification

Firefighters from Salem and nearby communities participated in a Firefighter I & II State Certification class last Wednesday in Salem. A house slated for demolition served as the training site, giving new firefighters the opportunity to practice hands-on skills...

Canistota Legion Post 162 float

The Canistota Sport Days parade was held last Saturday. Canistota Legion Post 162 members (l-r) Lloyd Finnerin, Luke Hutchenson, Brian Kruse, John Lambertz and Roger Ketcham threw beads out to the crowd as they went through the Canistota Sport Days parade route. Look...

Perfect evening draws large crowd to Salem Downtown Market

Car enthusiasts had plenty to admire during the Salem Chamber Downtown Market on Wednesday, July 9. A lineup of classic and modern vehicles drew a crowd along Main Street, adding to the festive atmosphere of the evening event. Car shows remain a favorite summertime...

Nielsens named Grand Marshals for Canistota Sport Days Parade

GRAND MARSHALS HONORED FOR THEIR COMMUNITY COMMITMENT Jeff and Janine Nielsen have been named Grand Marshals of the 2025 Canistota Sport Days Parade, set for Saturday, July 12. The couple moved to Canistota in 1991, built a thriving grocery business, and have been...

Emery’s Little Huskies Daycare to close due to financial losses

Troy Schwans | Managing Editor After nearly 25 years of caring for the children of the community, the City of Emery’s daycare, Little Huskies, will close its doors on Friday, July 11, 2025. The decision comes after significant financial losses and a difficult but...

Montrose 4th of July Parade

Montrose had its own impromptu parade on the 4th of July. The parade is organized every year by Keith Raap who leads the group on his restored John Deere tractor. He was joined by about 20 other tractors, side-by-sides, and vehicles. The parade traveled through Main...