Joel Ray Allard, 36, Grand Portage has been charged with two counts of felony criminal sexual predatory conduct, two counts of felony criminal sexual conduct, two counts of felony false imprisonment and two counts of gross misdemeanor criminal sexual conduct. He is charged with an additional count of furnishing alcohol to a person under 21. Allard was charged September 6,... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has been informed that a petition for review has been filed with the Minnesota Court of Appeals in an attempt to stop the state’s upcoming wolf hunting and trapping season. The agency and the Office of the Attorney General have not been served with or reviewed the petition and have no comment on... READ MORE >
Hunters and trappers who applied to participate in Minnesota’s first-ever wolf season can check lottery results online at www.mndnr.gov/hunting/wolf to see if they were successful in the drawing. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) received more than 23,000 applications for the 6,000 available licenses. Lottery winners, who also will receive notification and wolf hunting regulations via mail, now may... READ MORE >
As summer came to an end, the Gunflint Trail Fire Department started seeing activity on its fire hall expansion projects. Fire Department spokesperson Michael Valentini said, “It’s been a very long wait and a frustrating journey through red tape, regulations and delays.” However, Valentini added there is great news. He said, “Our patience however has been rewarded with some very... READ MORE >
An assault case taken to trial by jury ended with a guilty verdict on July 27, 2012. The jury found Brian Christopher Fairbanks, 29, Deer River, MN, guilty on three counts—felony assault in the 3rd degree; misdemeanor domestic assault and obstructing the legal process. Fairbanks was sentenced on September 18, 2012. Imposition of felony assault charges resulting from an August... READ MORE >
On Tuesday, August 24, the Cook County Tennis Association celebrated its annual meeting at The Landing on Devil Track. It was also an opportunity for a social gathering off the courts. CCTA members and spouses discussed the past year of operations of the CCTA which included supporting the high school boys and girls teams, maintenance of the courts, election of... READ MORE >
The Maple Hill Community Fire Department held its annual meeting on Wednesday, September 12 at the Fire Hall at 1392 Gunflint Trail. Maple Hill and Devil Track Lake residents showed their appreciation for the firefighters with a potluck dinner. After enjoying the dinner and lots of socializing, Fire Chief Ed Hedstrom announced that he was passing the reins to Kent... READ MORE >
Twenty questions developed by Al-Anon Family Groups can help family members identify whether they have been affected by a loved one’s drinking, according to Nicolette Stephens, Information Analyst for Al-Anon. “While it is easy to see what alcohol does to the drinker, it may be difficult to see its effects on those who care about the drinker,” Stephens said. The... READ MORE >
Representatives of two consulting groups will meet with the Grand Marais Public Utilities Commission (PUC) on Wednesday, September 26 to talk about the potential of a biomass-fueled district heating plant in Grand Marais. The public is invited to this meeting, to be held in the commissioners’ room at the Cook County Courthouse at 7 p.m., and will have some opportunity... READ MORE >
Mike Carlson, executive pastor of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi, will speak at Lutsen Lutheran Church at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 23. Pastor Mike’s discussion will center on the importance of the community in raising children in faith. Mike is a nationally recognized speaker on issues of youth and faith who is wellknown in our community. This event... READ MORE >
