Great Lakes Echo

By Akia Thrower

A new study reveals how gray wolves in Isle Royale National Park seasonally alter their habitat preferences to align with beavers’ habitat preferences, a shift that might have implications for the island’s ecosystem.

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The Lucknow Sentinel
After a successful roll out of in-car cameras, which incorporated an automated licence plate recognition system, South Bruce OPP is joining other West Region detachments in adding body-worn cameras for each individual officer. The cameras are worn on the front of the officer’s vest and are clearly visible to anyone an officer may be interacting […]
The Lucknow Sentinel
The new Bruce County Cultural Directory bridges the gap between those who offer creative services and those who need them.
London Free Press
Multiple school buses were delayed across the London region as Environment Canada issued a snow squall warning for the region on Monday morning. According to the national weather agency, London was expected to get another 10 to 15 centimetres of snowfall throughout the day on Monday, with snow moving toward the east of the city […]
London Free Press
The board and one of its employees have filed statements of defence in response to a $3-million lawsuit from a staffer.
Great Lakes Commission
As cold air rushes over the Great Lakes in late fall and early winter, the ingredients for powerful snowstorms fall into place. Lake Erie may be the smallest of the […]
London Free Press
Three students died at the scene of a single-vehicle crash Tuesday just east of Hanover and a fourth student was flown to a London hospital in critical condition.
London Free Press
London’s military giant may cash in on Canada’s investment in new defence hardware.
London Free Press
Jeremy Broumpton was not in a sound state of mind when he repeatedly took his clothes off and committed indecent acts, his lawyer said.
London Free Press
The smart money instantly assumed something new and embarrassing was coming out about the U.S. president and Jeffery Epstein
Great Lakes Commission
A new study from Loyola University Chicago finds that muskrats – the humble, semi-aquatic rodents long overshadowed by beavers – may play a crucial role in restoring the health of […]
Great Lakes Echo

By Eric Freedman

Empty lots in deindustrialized cities like Detroit may contribute to bird species diversity, says a new study by researchers at MSU and Carleton University in Canada. The study is based on sound recordings collected at 110 sites in 11 Detroit neighborhoods. The study recommends that vacant land management in the city takes a balanced approach that considers the needs of both residents and birds. There are other concerns about vacant land, too, including as sites for solar arrays.

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