Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers at the Pigeon River and Rainy River ports of entry (POE) seized three undeclared firearms on Canada Day. On July 1, 2017, at the Pigeon River POE a New Mexico resident was referred for a secondary examination by the CBSA. During the examination, officers found the frame of a firearm concealed within the traveller’s... READ MORE >
Cook County’s Highway Engineer, David Betts, submitted his resignation on July 3 indicating his last day would be August 4. Mr. Betts was hired May 18, 2010. He indicated he was leaving Cook County for a new job opportunity. In his resignation letter Mr. Betts said he “greatly appreciated the opportunities this position has afforded me.” After a review with... READ MORE >
A hint of cool fall weather had someone thinking of snow. Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen reported that a snowmobile was taken from Kirk’s Run Ski Trail in the Bally Creek area of the county. The snowmobile was discovered missing on July 10, and reported to the Sheriff ’s Office. The theft occurred sometime during the past two weeks between... READ MORE >
Greenheart International, a nonprofit agency, is searching for volunteer host families for high school foreign exchange students arriving in August. Students stay an academic school year (through early June) and attend the local public high school where the host family resides. Our students are 15-18 years old, they speak English, have medical insurance, and their own spending money. We are... READ MORE >
The fourth annual North Shore Water Festival (NSWF) in Grand Marais offers visitors a chance to get wet and participate in water activities and more on Friday, July 21 – Sunday, July 23 in Stone Harbor. “With Lake Superior to its south, the BWCA to its north, Isle Royale to its east, and inland lakes throughout, Cook County has long... READ MORE >
The 40th “Running of the Races” on the Gunflint Trail will take place Wednesday, July 19 beginning at 4 p.m. at the Gunflint Lodge on Gunflint Lake, about 45 miles up the Trail. In addition to Races for most ages and skills, this year’s event will feature a Tug-of-War with eight local teams pulling from two canoes. The watching will... READ MORE >
Ely’s signature summer event, the Blueberry/Art Festival, is celebrating its 37th year July 28-30. Held in Ely’s beautiful Whiteside Park, this fest continues to be a favorite event that draws thousands of people to Ely each year. The festival opens at noon on Friday and runs until 7 p.m. Saturday’s hours are 10-6 and Sunday 10-4. The Ely Chamber of... READ MORE >
Minnesota’s ruffed grouse spring drumming counts were up 57 percent statewide this year compared to last year, according to a survey conducted by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “The grouse population is nearing its 10-year peak,” said Charlotte Roy, DNR grouse project leader. “Grouse populations tend to rise and fall on a decadelong cycle and counts this year are... READ MORE >
Mark your calendars for “The Stars of the North Music Festival,” Friday, July 28 starting around 3 p.m. Live music will be played on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to approximately noon. The festival will be taking place in Bear Tree Park the weekend before Fisherman’s Picnic. There will be the usual main... READ MORE >
A “mad scientist” is coming to the Grand Marais library on July 18 at 1 p.m. The program is aimed at kids age 4-12 but adults and children of all ages who either love — or are mystified — by science are encouraged to attend. Spin, pop, boom with the Mystery of Chemistry Program! Watch an official mad scientist from... READ MORE >
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