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PFAS Roundup: EPA adds 12 more versions of PFAS to freshwater fish monitoring while federal farm bills focus on “forever chemicals” | Great Lakes Now
On Thursday, July 11, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) updated recommendations under the Clean Water Act, adding twelve versions of PFAS to the contaminant list along with amphetamine, three cyanotoxins, a flame retardant, and lead. The EPA noted that these are all pollutants that states, territories, and Tribes are recommended to monitor in local freshwater fish.
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 […]