Iron ore shipments on the Great Lakes increased 15 percent to 7.3 million net tons in May, compared to a year ago, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association.
The association said strong demand and a rising Lake Superior produced the surge.
Meanwhile shipments of limestone totaled 4.2 million net tons in [...]
Newly upgraded Heating/AC, upgraded plumbing,Whirlpool Bath tub/Shower Bath remodled. New Carpetting. 2 bedroom bungalow near Greatlakes training Center. Great for new family starter with room for gro
The new oil - Water Piece by piece, a 5,500-mile wall around the Great Lakes is going up. You can't see it, but construction is progressing nicely, along with an implied neon sign that flashes, "Hands off -- it's our water." Tuesday when Wisconsin Gov. Jim Doyle finalized his state's approval of the so-called Great Lakes Compact, a multistate agreement designed to protect and restrict access
AP - Every summer, when I tell friends that my family is bailing out of steamy Washington D.C. to head for the beach, they assume we’re off to Rehoboth or Dewey in Delaware, or another one of the usual suspects on the Atlantic Ocean.
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Through a new "Clean Boats Every Day" Initiative, the Great Lakes Regional Collaboration has declared the 2008 boating season a summer-long celebration of sustainable recreational boating throughout the Great Lakes. Through the Initiative, Great Lakes Governors, Mayors, Members of Congress, Tribes, Federal Agencies and other partners have joined forces to promote sustainable boating practices
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Great Lakes National Program currently has 4 outstanding funding opportunities:* EPA-R5-GL2008-2 for a 5 year sub-grant program for Ecological Protection and Restoration in the Great Lakes Basin - due May 21, 2008.* EPA-R5-GL2008-3 for various Lake priorities to advance protection and restoration and to estimate phosphorus loadings - due June 10, 200
We have droned on about the Great Lakes Compact, about how petty politics, stupidity and self-interest could kill this international coalition to protect one of the world's great resources. Others say it better; Robert Oullette writes: "It is hard to imagine the Great Lakes being great no more—but it is possible. Just take a look at the Aral Sea in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan for an example
When polluters come crying to government, the rest of us suffer.In fact, this is no more than special pleading by one major manufacturer, Proctor & Gamble, which controls well over half the detergent market through Cascade. A number of smaller companies, notably Colgate-Palmolive, have managed to make and market phosphate-free detergents. Why should Proctor &; Gamble get to set Maryland's environmental agenda based on its own ease and convenience? Read more By David Dempsey
The Lakewide Management Plans outline the environmental status of each lake, highlight successes, identify problems and propose solutions.The plans are called for by the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement between the United States and Canada to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the Great Lakes. They are collaborative efforts of the state, federal, tribal and provincial governments, and organizations with an interest in the lakes. The 2008 Lakewide Management Plans may be found on EPA's web site:www.epa.gov/greatlakes/lamp/index.html
Ahoy Matey! Capt'n Willie is on the lookout for new Great Lake Pirates crew members and your little pirate can climb aboard.Crew Members will receive:*Official Crew Member Certificate*Hero Card Autographed by Capt'n Willie*Two Capt'n Willie Temporary Tattoos*Pirate Paper Eye Patch*Smiley Face Pirate*Shipwreck Treasure ReplicaClick link to see what crew members will receive.To join Capt'n Willie's Great Lake Pirates Crew all you have to do is print out the application on their website, fill it in and send it to the provided address. You can also visit Capt'n Willie's coloring book page to print out a picture, color and send in with the application. Capt'n Willie will then add it to his "Buccaneers Gallery" for all of the world to see.After your finished with your application, make sure your
The Brookings Institution calls for a “seamless border” for residents of the Great Lakes region, eliminating the hindrance caused by increased security measures since 9/11.
A report from a prestigious U.S. think-tank released Sunday argues that Canada and the U.S. should work together with the aim of creating a common market for commerce and [...]
The Good Friday storm will affect the Great lakes and Northeast today. The FAA has just issued a Ground Delay Program for Chicago's O'Hare Airport (ORD)ORD- Chicago Airport Flight DelaysFor arrivals: through 10 pm CDT.US airports affected: all contiguousCanadian airports: YHZ YOW YUL YYZ Take off delays to ORD: 40 minutesGusty winds could cause airport delays in NYC along with light snow in Philadelphia.Volume of traffic into the Colorado ski areas may cause a few delays in Aspen (ASE) and Eagle County Airport (EGE) Vail.Roads are still dicey around the Great Lakes, so check the latest road conditions before you hit the highway.The good news is that the air traffic system won't be as affected by storms next week. Here are the latest airport delay forecasts.You can get away from it all by b
"CHICAGO -- The lead author and peer reviewers of a government report raising the possibility of public health threats from industrial contamination throughout the Great Lakes region are charging that the report is being suppressed because of the questions it raises. The author also alleges that he was demoted because of the report. Chris De Rosa, former director of the division of toxicology and environmental medicine at the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), charges that the report he wrote was a significant factor in his reassignment to a non-supervisory 'special assistant' position last year. The House Committee on Science and Technology is investigating De Rosa's reassignment, in light of allegations that it was related to the Great Lakes report and hi
list of candidates shortlisted for admissions to PGPM 2009 is out. I am not too sure about the admissions year. Shouldnt it be Admissions 2008. Anyways, list is available at here.
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Bill Richardson showed lots of promise earlier in the campaign but a series of gaffes has prevented his campaign from gaining any traction. This week Richardson angered voters in the great lakes region by suggesting that the water be diverted to the southwest:
Michigan environmental activists Thursday accused New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson of suggesting that northern states — including the Great Lakes region — share water with the Sun Belt.
“Richardson’s assault is the latest in a lengthy list of schemes to siphon Great Lakes water to other areas of the nation and the world,'’ said five groups, including the Michigan Environmental Council and the state chapter of the Sierra Club, in a written statement.
A spokesman for Richardson, a Democratic presidential hopeful, said if elected he would “embrace a national water policy that will specifically help protect the authority of states and the rights of local communities throughout the country.'’
Fishing is often said to be one of the relaxing and rewarding pastime to engage in and of course a wonderful way to build lifelong friendships.
For people who share the same fascination and enthusiasm for fishing, it is only quite natural for them to converge and exchange tips and ideas to [...]
By Dave Cisar Allocating Playing Time in Youth Football, The Youth Football Coaching Nightmare:This is often a subject many youth football coaches struggle with. The head coach is either a win-at-all-costs coach who cares little about getting all the kids in the game or he’s a guy that lets the soccer mom Nazi parents pressure him into playing all the kids the same amount.I don’t think either approach is right. This is youth football, if a player comes to practice, pays attention and does his best, he should get some playing time in every game regardless of what the score is. However playing all the kids the same amount, makes no sense to me either. If Tommy comes to all the practices, pays attention to the coaches and tries his best, and Joey misses practice, is inattentive and rarely tries very hard, the two should not play the same amount of time. What message do you send to Tommy?: That excelling is not rewarded. What message does Joey get?: That slacking off has zero consequen
By Kristy BatemanFishing the Great Lakes:Together the Great Lakes contain the biggest mass amount of freshwater in the world. These lakes lie between the United States and Canada. They are home to many different fish species. Some of the most common inhabitants of the Great Lakes are the various species of Trout, Salmon, Perch, and Bass. However, each lake is known for its own popular fish species.For over 100 years these lakes have housed the world’s largest freshwater fisheries, containing both native and introduced species. Commercial fishing has declined in the past 100 years, but still relies heavily of the fish of the Great Lakes. On each lake there are fishing charters that go out of the many ports each day.Lake Michigan:The waters of Lake Michigan vary according to the area. The northern part of the lake is colder and less developed than the other lakes. Around Chicago and Milwaukee, the lake temperatures are warmer and the area is heavily developed. Lake Michigan offers near
The Great Lakes Great Wine Competition was held recently for wineries in Ontario and the seven states bordering the Great Lakes. One of the leading Finger Lakes wineries, Dr. Konstantin Frank Vinifera Wine Cellars landed the most golds with six, including a double gold for its Cabernet Sauvignon. The double gold and gold winners included:Double Gold: Black Star Farms Arcturos Fortified Raspberry NVBlack Star Farms Leorie Vineyard Merlot/Cabernet Franc 2004Chalet Debonne Vidal Ice Wine 2005Dr. Konstantin Frank Cabernet Sauvignon 2005Ferrante Vidal Ice Wine 2005Oliver Winery Creekbend Vineyard Late Harvest Vignoles 2005Wagner Semi-Dry Riesling 2006Gold:IllinoisPomona Winery Fortified Blueberry NVIndianaOliver Winery Creekbend Vineyards Vidal Ice WineOliver Winery Creekbend Vineyards TraminetteMichiganBel Lago Auxerrois 2006Black Star Farms Arcturos Blanc de Blanc 2004Black Star Farms Arcturos Cabernet Franc 2005Black Star Farms Arcturos Pinot Gris 2005Chateau Grand Traverse Semi-Dry Ries
The Great Lakes is NSW's water playground with its 145 kilometres of stunning coastline and glittering mosaic of inland waterways based around the impressive Wallis, Smiths and Myall Lakes networks. Click here to get a free postcard of The Great Lakes (free postcard link at the bottom of the page).
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