Debate continues over short-term rentals versus affordable housing needs

Debate continues over short-term rentals versus affordable housing needs
Great Lakes Echo
By Olivia O’Neill Many local governments in and away from popular vacation destinations are wrestling with how to balance economic benefits of short-term rentals to accommodate visitors and a shortage of affordable long-term housing.
By Olivia O’Neill Many local governments in and away from popular vacation destinations are wrestling with how to balance economic benefits of short-term rentals to accommodate visitors and a shortage of affordable long-term housing.
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Debate continues over short-term rentals versus affordable housing needs

Thunder Bay, Superior’s North Shore is an ‘exotic’ destination for the cruise ship crowd

Thunder Bay, Superior’s North Shore is an ‘exotic’ destination for the cruise ship crowd
Great Lakes Commission
Great Lakes cruises have taken off in the last several years catering to passengers who value tucked-away adventures without sacrificing luxury. With 10 cruise ships in 2026, Tourism Thunder Bay […]
Great Lakes cruises have taken off in the last several years catering to passengers who value tucked-away adventures without sacrificing luxury. With 10 cruise ships in 2026, Tourism Thunder Bay […]
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Thunder Bay, Superior’s North Shore is an ‘exotic’ destination for the cruise s…

Regional leaders push stronger Great Lakes ties

Regional leaders push stronger Great Lakes ties
Great Lakes Commission
About 120 public officials, business executives, and community leaders gathered to launch an effort called the Great Lakes Renaissance which is aimed at strengthening economic and environmental cooperation across the […]
About 120 public officials, business executives, and community leaders gathered to launch an effort called the Great Lakes Renaissance which is aimed at strengthening economic and environmental cooperation across the […]
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Regional leaders push stronger Great Lakes ties

Minnesota’s golden shiner shortage is pushing the bait industry toward fish farming

Minnesota’s golden shiner shortage is pushing the bait industry toward fish farming
Great Lakes Echo
By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira Minnesota anglers are facing a shortage of one of the state’s most popular baitfish, and fish farmers are looking for ways to fill the gap.
By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira Minnesota anglers are facing a shortage of one of the state’s most popular baitfish, and fish farmers are looking for ways to fill the gap.
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Minnesota’s golden shiner shortage is pushing the bait industry toward fish far…

Book explores Northern Michigan’s climate haven potential

Book explores Northern Michigan’s climate haven potential
Great Lakes Echo
"This Magnetic North" explores how Northern Michigan's temperate climate, buffered by the Great Lakes, makes the region a hotspot for climate migration.
"This Magnetic North" explores how Northern Michigan's temperate climate, buffered by the Great Lakes, makes the region a hotspot for climate migration.
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Book explores Northern Michigan’s climate haven potential

Michigan wrestles with aging underground infrastructure

Michigan wrestles with aging underground infrastructure
Great Lakes Commission
According to a recent study, Michigan’s water systems face up to $85 billion in water infrastructure needs over the next two decades for more than 1,300 water systems. Read the full story […]
According to a recent study, Michigan’s water systems face up to $85 billion in water infrastructure needs over the next two decades for more than 1,300 water systems. Read the full story […]
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Michigan wrestles with aging underground infrastructure

Stellantis sees no ‘long-term business case’ for Brampton plant as Unifor fights sale

Stellantis sees no ‘long-term business case’ for Brampton plant as Unifor fights sale
The London Free Press
Union says workers remain in limbo as it presses Ottawa for answers over a potential sale to Roshel.
Union says workers remain in limbo as it presses Ottawa for answers over a potential sale to Roshel.
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Stellantis sees no ‘long-term business case’ for Brampton plant as Unifor fight…

London health-tech firm lands NATO approval, first U.S. military sale

London health-tech firm lands NATO approval, first U.S. military sale
The London Free Press
Deep Breathe’s AI-guided ultrasound software is aimed at helping military medics assess chest and abdominal injuries in the field.
Deep Breathe’s AI-guided ultrasound software is aimed at helping military medics assess chest and abdominal injuries in the field.
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London health-tech firm lands NATO approval, first U.S. military sale

Ontario manufacturing largely erases job losses despite U.S. trade tensions

Ontario manufacturing largely erases job losses despite U.S. trade tensions
The London Free Press
The province added 14,100 manufacturing jobs in August, though analysts warn tariff uncertainty continues to weigh on the sector.
The province added 14,100 manufacturing jobs in August, though analysts warn tariff uncertainty continues to weigh on the sector.
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Ontario manufacturing largely erases job losses despite U.S. trade tensions

After $1.1B GM deal, Unifor faces tougher test with Stellantis

After $1.1B GM deal, Unifor faces tougher test with Stellantis
The London Free Press
Industry watchers say Stellantis’ weaker financial footing could make similar long-term investment commitments harder to secure.
Industry watchers say Stellantis’ weaker financial footing could make similar long-term investment commitments harder to secure.
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After $1.1B GM deal, Unifor faces tougher test with Stellantis

Invasives, oak wilt threaten Skyline High School natural areas, adjacent neighborhoods

Invasives, oak wilt threaten Skyline High School natural areas, adjacent neighborhoods
Great Lakes Echo
By Domonic Marroni In Ann Arbor, Michigan, Skyline High School's natural areas are home to several species of invasive plants causing widespread destruction of surrounding trees. These species pose potential fire hazards and are dangerous to public health.  Action is needed, say several environmental experts, to avert future disasters and to preserve the natural areas for future students.
By Domonic Marroni In Ann Arbor, Michigan, Skyline High School's natural areas are home to several species of invasive plants causing widespread destruction of surrounding trees. These species pose potential fire hazards and are dangerous to public health.  Action is needed, say several environmental experts, to avert future disasters and to preserve the natural areas for future students.
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Invasives, oak wilt threaten Skyline High School natural areas, adjacent neighb…

Businesses gather signatures opposing Line 5 tunnel following Bad River drilling fluid spill

Businesses gather signatures opposing Line 5 tunnel following Bad River drilling fluid spill
Great Lakes Commission
A coalition of more than 200 business owners from throughout the Great Lakes region is calling on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to reject permits for […]
A coalition of more than 200 business owners from throughout the Great Lakes region is calling on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to reject permits for […]
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Businesses gather signatures opposing Line 5 tunnel following Bad River drillin…
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