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DNR addresses wolf concerns in advance of firearm deer hunting season

This fall there were reports in Cook County of wolves encroaching on hunters, in particular, bear hunt

One of the new homes on Second Street in Grand Marais - Photo by Mary Somnis

Concerns, corrections on Nordic Star homes

The North Shore community has been watching One Roof Community Housing and the Cook County/Grand Marais Economic Development Authority (EDA) work together on housing projects for several years now.

Sex trafficking prevention training now required at North Shore hotels

Human trafficking is a public health issue and a violation of human rights that occurs throughout the world and in communities across Minnesota, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.

Rock snot in the Poplar River. Photo submitted by Minnesota DNR

'Rock Snot' algae located in the Poplar River

Joe Friedrichs-

There is snot in the river. Literally.

School District 166 culinary arts classroom ready for students

Rhonda Silence-

Officials who played a role in the creation of the new School District 166 culinary arts area got a look at the new space on Monday, October 22.

Ontario wolves being transferred to Isle Royale this winter

The National Park Service will be relocating wolves from Ontario to Isle Royale this winter.

No serious injuries in Grand Portage vehicle rollover

Rhonda Silence-

The Minnesota State Patrol has released information on a single vehicle crash in Grand Portage over the weekend.

Childcare: the county/YMCA connection

Rhonda Silence-

Childcare in the community is certainly not a new topic of discussion for Cook County. Cook County Public Health and Human Services has worked with local childcare providers for decades.

Bakk, Ecklund visit during busy meeting of the county board

Joe Friedrichs-

There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Oct. 23. The following discussion and action items occurred during Tuesday’s meeting.

Slow but steady progress at Village North

Rhonda Silence-

Bruce Block of Grand Marais purchased the former GoFer Cabins and campground more than two years ago and has been working steadily to improve the area. The area is now Village North.