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Neighbors renew efforts to find out if tugboat is contaminating water

Jan 16, 2026 | Daily News

The Donny S tugboat has been stuck floating in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin, for nearly five years. Local residents are now pushing for a study to see if it’s contaminating the water while officials debate next steps and jurisdiction.  Read the full story by WGBA-TV – Green Bay, WI.


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