At the ATV Association of Minnesota (ATVAM) 2011 Fall Convention in Isle, MN, Steve Fleace of Grand Marais was elected to the ATVAM board of directors. Fleace, who has served as an ATVAM Region 2 director since 2008, is now the association’s 2nd vice-president. Fleace is also a board member of the Cook County ATV Club. Fleace is the co-owner […]
DNR offers tips for safer snowmobiling
With another snowmobile season fast approaching, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging snowmobilers to get the season off to a smooth, safe start. “I want people to take advantage of the snowmobiling opportunities that exist in Minnesota, so now is the time to prepare sleds and learn how to avoid the possible dangers that are present when […]
Gathering holiday greens in Superior National Forest
Looking for a low cost way to enjoy the outdoors while celebrating the holidays with your family? How about a visit to your local national forest to cut your own Christmas tree or to gather balsam boughs to make your own wreath? Before you go, be sure you obtain the proper permits and following the following rules! Christmas tree permits: […]
Ready for snow
Winter is upon us and we are ready for it. There is not very much snow up here yet, but most of the lakes that are visible from the road have frozen over. Poplar finally closed up last week so I would imagine that Gunflint and Seagull will not be far behind. That does not mean the ice is safe […]
Geologists investigate remarkable discovery up Gunflint Trail
What would happen if a mountain about six to ten miles wide fell from space and hit the earth? What was a bigger event than the meteor impact that is believed to have brought about the obliteration of the dinosaurs? What might you be doing if you are near someone who says, “The lapilli are fantastic over here!” or “This […]
Cook County Law Enforcement briefs
It is the policy of the Cook County News-Herald to withhold the identities of individuals in Cook County Law Enforcement briefs. When court proceedings are complete, the Cook County News-Herald publishes a complete accounting of names and penalties in its Matters of Record. Monday, Nov. 28 10:13 a.m., Grand Marais: Caller reported that a TV has been dumped on County […]
Matters of Record
The Cook County News-Herald publishes Matters of Record to inform the public of arraignments and dispositions of criminal cases in which the potential punishment exceeds $150 and/or 10 days in jail. It is the Cook County News-Herald’s policy that this information contains a complete record. Requests for items to be withheld will not be granted. Deanna June Digregorio, 23, Thunder […]
Be prepared for severe winter weather
You never know when severe winter weather may strike. The following are suggestions from the Centers for Disease Control for facing possible problems this winter. Food and Safety Checklist Have a week’s worth of food and safety supplies. If you live far from other people, have more supplies on hand. Essential items to have on hand: . Drinking water . […]
Conservation Officer Tales
Although the Cook County News-Herald knows that the majority of sportsmen and women are law-abiding folks, there are a few that run afoul of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Conservation Officers. Periodically, the DNR provides a report of some of the miscreants the Conservation Officers (CO) have encountered. The News-Herald shares these stories as a reminder to all […]
More details on courthouse shooting released
More details have been released regarding the shooting that occurred at the Cook County courthouse at approximately 4:30 p.m. today, Dec. 15. According to Cook County Sheriff Mark Falk, there were three gunshot victims. One victim was treated and released from the Cook County North Shore Hospital in Grand Marais. Two other victims were transported by Cook County Ambulance to […]