Tag: Policy
Teacher faces probe for speaking out on London board’s N-word policy
The London District Catholic school board has put a teacher on paid leave pending an investigation after she spoke out about the boardâs policy on books containing the N-word, The Free Press has learned. Lawrence Hill â author of 11 books, including the Book of Negroes â spoke with Heather Hamilton last month about how […]
EPA restricts use of chemicals used in dry cleaning, brake cleaners
The EPA has banned all uses of tricholoroethylene (TCE) and most uses of perchloroethylene (PCE). Those are cancer-causing chemicals used in a variety of consumer products and industrial processes.
Crowds come out for Kemble non-motorized Christmas Parade
Spirits were bright as the Kemble non-motorized Christmas Parade marked its 22nd year with one of its biggest turnouts yet. Horses, ponies, dogs and goats were joined by plenty of humans dressed as everything from reindeer to unicorns, to lobsters and even birdseed as they made their way down the main drag of the tiny, […]
Enviro group: CO2 capture legislation has problems
Legislation that would pave the way for storing captured carbon dioxide underground is being considered. One environmental group is concerned that leaks, a lack of training for first responders, and other issues should be addressed before passing the legislation.
Traverse City policy group weighs in on state’s Line 5 lawsuit
An amicus brief argues that a 1977 treaty between the United States and Canada gives Michigan a say over the pipeline in the Straits of Mackinac.