At roughly 60,000 acres, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness is Michigan’s largest state park. It sits on the Lake Superior shoreline and…
Exploring Lake Huron sinkholes may help find life on other planets
In Alpena, Michigan, special microbial mat systems in Lake Huron sinkholes are helping scientists search for extraterrestrial life. Read the…
Seeking the snowy owl on Lake Erie’s winter shores
In the age of COVID-19, birdwatching has taken off in Northeast Ohio, drawing new, young bird enthusiasts to the hobby.…
What causes lake-effect snowstorms? And why are the eastern Great Lakes most at risk?
Lake-effect snow typically happens in the late fall and early winter when the lakes are ice-free and the water is…
The Brig Niagara model at the Erie courthouse has no maker’s plaque, but maybe not for long
There’s no plaque that indicates who crafted the wooden model of the U.S. Brig Niagara on display at the Erie…
Technology helps drive child exploitation, police say amid 107-arrest sweep
Eight Southwestern Ontario residents, including three Londoners, face charges as part of a provincewide police project to highlight the growing…
Committee votes to rename Paul Haggis Park
In the wake of a civil lawsuit that accused him of sexual assaults, London native Paul Haggis could see his…
Christmas spirit! Lighting of the lights to help kick off holiday celebrations
The Forest City is getting into the Christmas spirit in a big way, launching a holiday market, free outdoor skating…
Bruce County resident loses thousands to gift card scam
The South Bruce OPP is advising residents to watch out for cons and scams, following reports that more than $10,000…
New crossing offers more protection for cyclists, pedestrians
The crossing at Oxford and William streets features new raised concrete barriers to separate cyclists from drivers, a setback crossing…