London has already faced a full winter’s worth of snow (and it’s only January)

London has already faced a full winter’s worth of snow (and it’s only January)
London Free Press
This winter has been more brutal than normal, with far more snow and dramatically lower temperatures than typically expected in London.

SIU clears London officer after detainee suffers facial fractures

SIU clears London officer after detainee suffers facial fractures
London Free Press
The police watchdog found a sergeant’s single punch ended the confrontation without additional strikes or the use of weapons.

LHSC supervisor flags unusually high number of code grey incidents

LHSC supervisor flags unusually high number of code grey incidents
London Free Press
A recent power disruption at University Hospital was among about 30 infrastructure-related code grey incidents across LHSC sites.

Coast Guard battles winter ice on Great Lakes

Coast Guard battles winter ice on Great Lakes
Great Lakes Commission
U.S. Coast Guard ships worked in icy waters on the Great Lakes on January 21 clearing a path to help large cargo boats that were stuck in ice continue their […]

When Lake Michigan freezes, even its lighthouses grow beards

When Lake Michigan freezes, even its lighthouses grow beards
Great Lakes Commission
The outer north pier lighthouse in St. Joseph, Michigan looked like a grumpy old wizard this past weekend as the polar vortex coated it with ice. Read the full story […]

This Ontario park’s shoreline offers rare and elusive formations and ice volcanoes during frigid winters

This Ontario park’s shoreline offers rare and elusive formations and ice volcanoes during frigid winters
Great Lakes Commission
An Ontario park known for its sandy beaches in the summer transforms during the winter months, turning its landscape into a snowy wonderland with possible sightings of rare ice formations […]

Lake Erie nearly frozen over. How much of the lake is left unfrozen?

Lake Erie nearly frozen over. How much of the lake is left unfrozen?
Great Lakes Commission
In late January, Lake Erie has the most ice coverage out of all the Great Lakes and is continuing to experience rapid ice growth. Read the full story by the […]

River Institute scientist profiled in special edition of Canadian Geographic

River Institute scientist profiled in special edition of Canadian Geographic
Great Lakes Commission
The Executive Director and Chief Research Scientist of the River Institute is featured in a in a special edition of Canadian Geographic magazine celebrating individuals working to understand and protect […]

DEC identifies red substance that spilled into Genesee River in downtown Rochester

DEC identifies red substance that spilled into Genesee River in downtown Rochester
Great Lakes Commission
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation confirmed Friday that a red substance spotted Thursday in the Genesee River in Rochester was diesel fuel. Read the full story by […]

Great Lakes ice resurges this winter, but unpredictable shifts threaten businesses and ecosystem

Great Lakes ice resurges this winter, but unpredictable shifts threaten businesses and ecosystem
Great Lakes Commission
Those whose livelihoods depend on ice and the fish and microorganisms in the Great Lakes are experiencing havoc wrought by fluctuations fueled by climate change. Read the full story by […]

After Trump promised speed, Great Lakes carp barrier faces delay

After Trump promised speed, Great Lakes carp barrier faces delay
Great Lakes Commission
Lawmakers from Michigan and Illinois are seeking answers from federal administrators this month about an “administrative review” pause in the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, a $1.5 billion project that aims […]

Carlton Street canal bridge closing for 1 month

Carlton Street canal bridge closing for 1 month
Great Lakes Commission
A bridge on the southwest side of Lake Ontario in St. Catharines, Ontario,  will be closed for a month for maintenance. Read the full story by the Welland Tribune.