Cook County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) have adopted updated isolation and quarantine recommendations for people who test positive for or are exposed to COVID-19. This updated guidance follows the latest recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and can be found on the County’s COVID-19 hub site at... READ MORE >
At approximately 8:30 a.m., on Saturday, April 11, the Cook County Sheriff ’s Office, Lutsen First Responders, North Shore Health Ambulance and MN DNR Conservation Officer responded to 5339 West Hwy 61 for a report of a non-responsive 17-year-old male for suspected suicide. CPR was attempted, but the individual was pronounced deceased at the scene. Initial investigation indicates suicide by... READ MORE >
On a Saturday in February, 12 people walked into the Silver Bay Fire/Rescue/Ambulance hall to find the results of a roof collapse that required a search and rescue, triage and medical care, fire suppression and extrication response. Fortunately, both the scenario and the victims were simulated rather than real. It was the culmination of training for the latest graduates of... READ MORE >
