Tag: Lake Erie
Bill would outlaw oil, gas drilling under Lake Erie and Ohio public lands
Ohio state lawmakers are proposing legislation to ban oil and gas drilling under Lake Erie. While federal law currently prohibits drilling under the Great Lakes, the bill’s sponsors say the […]
Once threatened Lake Erie water snake hunts invasive fish. See viral Kelleys Island video
Recovery efforts have delisted the once threatened Lake Erie water snake, a native of the Great Lakes islands. The species can grow up to 3.5 feet long and their favorite […]
City hall officials explain odour, taste change to tap water in part of London
Some Londoners might notice their drinking water tastes and smells different. But don’t worry – it’s still safe to drink, city hall officials say.
Farmers leading local effort to protect Lake Erie through phosphorus reduction
The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority is celebrating a successful first year of the Sydenham Phosphorus Reduction Initiative, a project focused on improving water quality in the Sydenham River and […]
Scientists use ROV to explore bottom of Lake Erie off eastern Erie County
Scientists are using a remotely operated vehicle to explore and map nearly 100 square miles of lakebed along the Pennsylvania, New York and Canadian borders. The survey area includes the […]