Tag: Population
Grey County council agrees to pay local share of court security cost
Grey County council voted Thursday to start paying court security and transportation expenses not covered by the province that for years have been borne solely by Owen Sound taxpayers. This year, those costs will be about $230,000. Once the actual amount is known, it will be included in the 2025 county budget, once the agreement […]
Certain Chrysler Pacifica hybirds banned from Chi-Cheemaun amid fire concerns
Certain Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid models are no longer permitted on Owen Sound Transportation Company ferries, including the Chi-Cheemaun until recall service is completed to mitigate fire risks. The Owen Sound Transportation Company posted a notice on its website earlier this week announcing the decision. Some Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid (PHEVs) models from 2017 to […]
Activist questions London’s commitment to fight anti-Black racism
A Black activist questions London’s commitment to help the Black community as the city seeks input on a new anti-Black racism plan
Activist questions London’s commitment to fight anti-Black racism
The city is asking Black Londoners to provide input on its proposed plan to fight anti-Black racism. But a Black activist questions the city’s efforts to help the Black community. “The proof is in the pudding,” said Alexandra Kane of the Black London Network. âSo far, the proof has been in the support of oppressive […]
Heat, pollution, and climate change anxiety are affecting children | Great Lakes Now
By Lester Graham, Michigan Public
Although temperatures vary day-to-day, this summer is shaping up to be a hot one in Michigan. Doctors are warning parents to learn how to protect their kids, and how to talk to them about climate change.
It used to be that parents had to talk to their kids about things like ‘stranger danger,’ or ‘don’t take candy from a stranger,’ and ‘be sure to put on sunscreen.’ With climate change, parents are finding they have a lot more to teach their children.
Plan to allow taller buildings in London overdue: Developers
A group representing London developers says it’s pleased with proposed changes that would allow taller buildings in some parts of the city
Inside is not the answer: Air quality in the Great Lakes | Great Lakes Echo
By Mia Litzenberg In the Detroit area, people experience unsafe levels of particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide and ozone in the air they breathe. These pollutants are blamed for adverse health effects such as heart disease, respiratory issues and cancer. The University of Michigan is part of an ongoing Detroit research partnership, Community Action […]
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Willoughby: Inconvenience a better choice than easy alcohol
The government doesn’t have enough money for education, health care, and many other social services, but it’s willing to spend hundreds of millions of dollars to make alcohol more convenient.
Facing population crisis, Whitmer opens Michigan growth office — with no new staff | Bridge Michigan
The governor announces a new state office to find ways to address decades of stagnation. The move comes after a commission she appointed unceremoniously ended….
Michigan trying new approaches against invasive crayfish | Great Lakes Echo
By Elinor Epperson Researchers are exploring new techniques to remove an invasive crayfish from Michigan waters. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has been fighting an invasion of red swamp crayfish since they first appeared in the state in 2017. Aggressive attempts to trap and remove the crustacean haven’t worked. Kathleen Quebedeaux, a fisheries biologist […]
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