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Repeal of flag policy rejected in Huron-Kinloss
A motion to repeal Huron-Kinloss’ community flag raising policy has been defeated. Discussion of the policy was sparked at the June 19 council meeting by Coun. Ed McGugan, who put forward the motion to repeal the policy, which was enacted in 2018. In a June 20 interview, McGugan told the Sentinel he felt government support […]
Michigan PFAS activists urge bolder action at fed hearing in East Lansing
By Kelly House, Bridge Michigan
The Great Lakes News Collaborative includes Bridge Michigan; Circle of Blue; Great Lakes Now at Detroit Public Television; and Michigan Radio, Michigan’s NPR News Leader; who work together to bring audiences news and information about the impact of climate change, pollution, and aging infrastructure on the Great Lakes and drinking water.
2022 Festive RIDE campaign sees similar results as previous year
Some drivers still aren’t getting the message not to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. West Region OPP recently released the results of the 2022 Festive RIDE campaign reporting 278 impaired driving charges laid within the region over the holiday season — only two fewer than in 2021. The region’s officers also […]
Township awards $100K in grants through Community Well-Being Program
Local organizations are getting a funding boost through Huron-Kinloss’ Community Well-Being Program (CWBP). According to the Township, 24 applications were received from organizations interested in funding this year with a combined total of $147,000 in requested funds. The CWBP provides funding for projects and services that have a positive impact on the community and are […]
PFAS News Roundup: EPA sets new standards, orders firefighting foam makers to test products
PFAS, short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of widespread man-made chemicals that don’t break down in the environment or the human body and have been flagged as a major contaminant in sources of water across the country.
Keep up with PFAS-related developments in the Great Lakes area.