Cheboygan bridge misses funding, despite being in ‘critical condition’

Interlochen Public Radio
The Orchard Beach Bridge spans the Black River and is important for commuters and the first responders.
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A diplomatic solution is needed to stop a crippling tariff on Canadian imports to the U.S., and a possible threat to the Volkswagen plant in St. Thomas now under construction, said political and busin

London Free Press
A diplomatic solution is needed to stop a crippling tariff on Canadian imports to the U.S., and a possible threat to the Volkswagen plant in St. Thomas now under construction
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City hall details how much it cost to battle blaze on flaming train

London Free Press
London city hall billed nearly $22,000 to CPKC to recoup firefighting costs stemming from a dramatic train fire near the downtown core earlier this year, a new report by city staff says.  
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Donald Trump tariff threatens Volkswagen’s $7B St. Thomas plans: Trade expert

London Free Press
Southwestern Ontario may lose a $7-billion investment and the 3,000 jobs that come with it if Canadian industry is hit with a 25 per cent tariff from U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, one trade expert says. Volkswagen, now building an electric vehicle battery plant in St. Thomas, may be forced to
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Enrolment surge lifts London Catholic board from deficit to $9.5M surplus

London Free Press
The London region’s Catholic school board posted a $9.5 million surplus last fiscal year, a budget boon triggered by increased enrolment.  
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The city enjoyed a 3.2 per cent spike in the value of goods made here, called gross domestic product or GDP, in 2023. However, inflation and interest rates have taken hold to slow that to 1.7 per cent

London Free Press
London’s once hot economy remains “healthy” although it slowed this year to a steady pace that is expected to continue through 2025, says an economic report released Thursday. London enjoyed a 3.2 per cent increase in the value of goods made here, called gross domestic product or GDP, in 2023
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Great Lakes Echo

Great Lakes Echo
E. Coli
By | November 18, 2024

By Eric Freedman

Capital News Service

Outbreaks of the waterborne bacteria E. coli can lower local real estate values, at least temporarily, a new study says. Those outbreaks, which have become increasingly common, are a growing concern in coastal and inland communities, particularly

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Living wage in Grey-Bruce $23.05 per hour, report says

The Lucknow Sentinel
It costs more to live in Grey-Bruce than anywhere else in the province outside of Toronto, according to the 2024 Ontario Living Wage Network’s latest report. A resident of the Grey, Bruce, Perth, Huron, Simcoe region needs to earn $23.05 hours per 40-hour work week to make ends meet this
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Put-in-Bay gets $10.4 million for ferry infrastructure upgrades

Great Lakes Commission
A $10.4 million award from the U.S. Department of Transportation will go to the Put-in-Bay Township Port Authority for a new breakwater project and expand the ferry dock infrastructure on […]
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How new charging stations are set to drive Michigan’s EV future

How new charging stations are set to drive Michigan’s EV future
Great Lakes Echo

By Donté Smith Capital News Service As electric vehicles become more common, Michigan is expanding its charging infrastructure to ensure accessibility for drivers statewide. The state’s Department of Transportation, supported by federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program funds, is accelerating construction of EV charging stations in both urban and rural areas. Currently, there are around […]

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How new charging stations are set to drive Michigan’s EV future

How new charging stations are set to drive Michigan’s EV future
Great Lakes Echo

By Donté Smith Capital News Service As electric vehicles become more common, Michigan is expanding its charging infrastructure to ensure accessibility for drivers statewide. The state’s Department of Transportation, supported by federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program funds, is accelerating construction of EV charging stations in both urban and rural areas. Currently, there are around […]

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Wingham hospital foundation reaches $3.6M goal for CT scanner purchase

The Lucknow Sentinel
The Wingham hospital is getting its CT scanner. On Nov. 11, the Wingham and District Hospital Foundation announced having successfully raised the funds needed to cover the cost of purchasing the scanner, as well as the required facility renovations to accommodate the machine. The foundation’s Caring Together campaign began in late
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