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Latest Daily News
Journalist highlights pressing issues facing the Great Lakes
Chicago-based writer Kari Lydersen explores the state of the Great Lakes and the people protecting the Great Lakes from water diversions and invasive species. Listen to the full story by 89.7 WUWM.
Longueuil raw sewage dump into river ends days earlier than expected
The city of Longueuil, Quebec has stopped dumping raw sewage into the St. Lawrence River, three and a half days before the planned release was expected to end. The operation was necessary to replace two sections of sewer pipe. Read the full story by the Montreal Gazette.
Is dredging the Grand River good for Grand Haven?
Grand Haven, Michigan leaders say they are skeptical of a proposed dredging project that would allow boaters to commute between Grand Rapids and Lake Michigan. Read the full story by the Grand Haven Tribune.
Great Lakes shippers stayed busy through October
U.S. Great Lakes ports experienced an increase in shipments of grain, salt, and construction materials through the month of October. Read the full story by Port Huron Times Herald.
Explore the salt mines 2,000 feet below Lake Erie
Much of the salt used to keep Ohio’s roads safe in the winter comes from the Morton Salt mines found 2000 feet below Lake Erie. Read the full story by WJW-TV – Cleveland, OH.