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Great Lakes News: 04 June 2004
A collaborative project of the Great Lakes Information Network and the Great
Lakes Radio Consortium.

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Pilots on the lookout for raise
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Great Lakes pilots of foreign ships say they're overdue for a pay increase,
and that the delay, caused by the U.S. Coast Guard, threatens security.
Source: Duluth News Tribune (6/4)


Sewer inspectors head east
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Under orders in January from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
Duluth must stop sewage overflows, which accompany heavy rainfall and stream
into Lake Superior, because the problem causes environmental and public
health concerns. Source: Duluth News Tribune (6/4)


Trash burning is left off renewable energy list
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Burning garbage should not be considered a resource on par with wind and
waves as New York increases its reliance on renewable energy, a state
official recommended Thursday. Source: Times Union (6/4)


Boehlert, Quinn, Walsh, McHugh announce $178,000 for Seaway Trail
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U.S. Reps. Sherwood Boehlert, Jack Quinn, James Walsh, and John M. McHugh
announced that the Seaway Trail, a National Scenic Byway Trail running
through much of Upstate New York has received $178,508 in a federal
transportation discretionary grant. Source: Oswego Daily News (6/4)


Rosy Mound Natural Area ready for dedication
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On June 15, after years of complicated land acquisitions and property
transfers, officials will dedicate the Rosy Mound Natural Area as the
county's newest park and name its main trail to Lake Michigan. Source: The
Muskegon Chronicle (6/3)


Big perch take lots of bites on Ontario side of Lake Erie
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Spring is one of the best times for perch fishing on Lake Erie since the
fish concentrate along reefs and ledges after spawning, forming large
schools that roam along the Canadian coastline in search of food. Source:
Detroit Free Press (6/3)


New Michigan walleye rules hurt, businesses say
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A shortened walleye fishing season in Michigan waters of Lake Erie has
reduced the net incomes of charter boat operators, bait vendors and others
who depend on spending by anglers. Source: The Akron Beacon Journal (6/3)


Ferry makes maiden voyage
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The first high-speed ferry on the Great Lakes sailed off Tuesday in clear,
sunny skies on its maiden voyage. Source: The Detroit News (6/3)


Despite record rain, Michigan county urges conserving water
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Officials say that despite the showers, there isn't nearly enough capacity
in pumping stations, reservoirs or transmission lines to handle summer
demand for water from Lake Huron. Source: The Flint Journal (6/3)

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