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Lakes Region businesses say Canadian tourists gradually returning to New Hampshire
New Hampshire businesses say they are seeing some modest improvements after taking a hit from a lack of Canadian tourists last summer.
FOOD COURT and ENTERTAINMENT ALLEY Open today at the XINSURANCE.com Great Lakes Grand Prix
TODAY, from 11am-10pm XINSURANCE is hosting a food court and entertainment alley . Also from 3-7pm there is the Great Lakes Grand Pix BrewFest at the Washington Park Boardwalk, tickets are on sale at GlGptickets.com. Finally from 7-11pm there will be a SHORELINE Brewery After Party with the live band: Aftermath on the Washington Park Boardwalk. For more information visit: https://greatlakesgrandprix.com/ #WIMS #WHFB #localradio 11am-10PM Food Court & Entertainment Alley Open 3-7PM Great Lakes Grand Prix BrewFest Washington Park Boardwalk Tickets on sale @ GlGptickets.com Brewfest Schedule 7-11PM SHORELINE Brewery After party Live Band: aftermath
Mad about Science: Batoids » Sandpoint Reader
By Brenden BobbyReader Columnist At the library’s Citizen Science events, which take place twice a month at the Waterlife Discovery Center on Lakeshore Drive, I love to ask a fun question of guests that...
Drought shuts down Otter Tail River tubing business
A longtime Detroit Lakes tubing business is closed for now as drought leaves the Otter Tail River just inches deep in certain spots.
Here’s how the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative got politicians from both parties on board
In a time of political polarization, it’s easy to forget that the vast majority of Americans of all backgrounds and beliefs — 80% or more, depending on the poll — value environmental conservation. One success story is the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
Traverse City teacher sets sail on Great Lakes research boat
A science teacher at The Pathfinder School was one of two Michigan teachers selected for a week-long trip aboard the Environmental Protection Agency's largest research vessel traveling across Lake Superior.
Sewage, rat pee and toxic algae: Open water swimming is booming, but is it bad for your health?
Swimming in rivers and lakes is booming, but heavy rain, sewage overflows and farm runoff can lead to disease outbreaks. Here's how to spot when the risks to health are highest.
Cleveland Science Center marks 30 years with celebration (photos)
The Great Lakes Science Center handed out 500 cupcakes Wednesday and showcased exhibits that have made it a regional leader in hands-on science education.
'Rare' contagious cancer found in fish from Quebec and U.S. lakes
It's rare that cancerous tumours can spread from one individual to another. But a genetic study suggests that's what's happening with melanoma skin cancer tumours among catfish in Quebec and the northeastern U.S.
Great Lakes Science Center celebrates 30 years with birthday party
The Great Lakes Science Center is celebrating its 30 anniversary, and you’re invited to the party on Wednesday, July 22.
Inside science's 'forbidden experiment': Why scientists kill 9 million sea lampreys every year in the Great Lakes of America
At the June meet-and-greet organised by the GLFC, half a dozen sea lampreys posed for the cameras at the Capitol. One of them even sucked on the palm of Representative Bill Huizenga, as per a CNN report.
Where science meets the shoreline, Iowa Lakeside Laboratory builds for the future
Construction is underway on a new Innovation and Discovery Lab at Iowa Lakeside Laboratory that will expand hands-on learning for students of all ages. The new space will also support research to better understand and protect the water quality of the Iowa Great Lakes.
Most Americans support conservation – here’s how the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative got politicians from both parties on board too
An analysis of one major effort shows how to get Democrats and Republicans to agree to spend billions of dollars on a decades-long environmental restoration project.
Seneca Chamber Announces Small Business Award Winners
The Seneca County Chamber of Commerce recognized five local businesses and organizations with its 2026 Small Business Awards. This celebration highlights com...
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Loons-Whitecaps Game 2
The Great Lakes Loons will will play Game two of of their three-game series against the West Michigan Whitecaps, and there’s a new way to watch.
‘We shouldn’t be playing the game’: athletes sound off as smoke chokes U.S. sports
Heavy, pungent wildfire smoke darkened skies in the U.S. from the Great Lakes to parts of the East Coast.
NSF selects Rochester, New York, and Finger Lakes region as national laser innovation hub
The University of Rochester-led NSF STELLAR Engine launches with $15 million in federal funding over the next two years.
How PFAS chemicals move through the Great Lakes and into people
New long-term research from the University of Notre Dame deepens the understanding of how “forever chemicals” can move up the food chain to people.
Talk To Me Jimmy, Sculcos Folly Lead New York Derby
Two horses that spent the late winter and spring on the Kentucky Derby trail and another that has blown away New York-bred competition at every asking will headline a talented field for Monday’s $155,000 New York Derby. The New York Derby, one of the richest races of the season at Finger Lakes ...
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Loons-Dragons Game 5
The Great Lakes Loons will play Game 5 of their series against the Dayton Dragons on Saturday, July 11, and there’s a new way to watch.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Loons-Dragons Game 5
The Great Lakes Loons will play Game 5 of their series against the Dayton Dragons on Saturday, July 9, and there’s a new way to watch.
Michigan ranks sixth among best states for business. See top 10
The annual ranking said four Great Lakes states were among the best in the country for businesses.
Fiscal Prudence Requires Real Science, Not Simplified Assumptions
The recent opinion piece framing Lakeside’s septage facility expansion as “safe” and “fiscally prudent” relies entirely on the rosy assurances of industry engineers while completely ignoring the actual science on the ground. Proponents claim the project’s design is backed by “rigorous consulting,” but independent expert reports from Hauer Environmental LLC and HydroSolutions Inc. paint a […]
How Spartans and citizen scientists team up to protect Michigan’s natural spaces
Through MSU Extension and community science initiatives, Michiganders across the state are stepping up to contribute directly to scientific research that helps protect Michigan’s lakes, waterways, forests, wildlife and biodiversity.
Great Lakes Science Centers offers free admission
You can get into the Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland for free Saturday.
New research traces how ‘forever chemicals’ move through the Great Lakes and into people
The study used more than 40 years of data to map fluctuating PFAS levels across species in the region's food chain.
A child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be prepared
About 4,000 to 5,000 Americans drown each year. Most are adults who die in natural bodies of water, such as lakes, ponds or oceans.
Science on a Sphere
ALPENA — Inside the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center is an incredible and powerful tool that is too often missed. This is your chance to receive an interactive presentation of Science on a Sphere. There are less than 200 of these in the United States and Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary (TBNMS) is home to […]
The invasive fern that science misidentified for decades
Salvinia molesta can double its biomass in 36 hours. It spreads across ponds, lakes and slow-moving waterways in a smothering green mat, blocking sunlight, consuming oxygen and collapsing the ecosystems ...
New business collective boosts Detroit Lakes community
Collaboration helps small businesses compete
Testing gives science-based data for Fairmont lakes
FAIRMONT— A partnership between the city of Fairmont and Minnesota State University-Mankato will result in comprehensive scientific data on the Fairmont Chain of Lakes. The $25,000 contract started on April 1 and will go through Dec. 31 of this year. Fairmont’s Water Resources Coordinator, Hannah Neusch, acknowledged that while the water treatment plant in Fairmont […]
54th Water Ski Days brings business to Lake City
Hundreds of people filled the lakeshore for the opening night, which featured food vendors, live entertainment, and more than 200 volunteers, all part of what has become Lake City’s largest annual gathering.
Monkey Business: Wild rhesus macaque spotted at Mount Dora hotel
A wild rhesus macaque was spotted at the historic Lakeside Inn in Mount Dora, Florida, spending about 45 minutes roaming the property and attracting attention from guests and staff. The hotel and local businesses responded with humorous, monkey-themed social media content, engaging the community. Wildlife officials cautioned the public not to approach or feed wild monkeys due to potential health risks and encouraged reporting sightings to authorities. The monkey has not returned to the hotel but has been seen elsewhere in downtown Mount Dora.
CHI Health debuts new orthopedic center in west Omaha
CHI Health is transforming its orthopedic care. On Wednesday, the organization broke ground on their new Lakeside Hills center. This will support patients from their initial diagnosis to recovery.
Virtual reality adventures arrive at Cleveland's Great Lakes Science Center
The Mission Flight VR Experience lets visitors spacewalk outside the International Space Station, ride a Saturn V rocket, and stand on a biplane wing without leaving Cleveland.
As lakes turn brown, trout and bass decline while pike and walleye thrive
Freshwater lakes across North America and Europe are becoming noticeably browner, reducing underwater visibility and reshaping fish populations. Research found that several popular sport fish, including trout, bass, perch, and whitefish, tend to decline in darker waters. Meanwhile, walleye and northern pike often become more abundant because they are better adapted to low-visibility conditions. The shift could change both lake ecosystems and the fishing experience for millions of anglers.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air final Loons-Captains games Saturday, Sunday
The Great Lakes Loons will wrap up their series with the Lake County Captains this weekend, and there’s a new way to watch.
How sports betting became Colorado’s ticket to funding $140 million in water conservation projects
Supporters say the gambling money is a godsend. Critics say legalized sports betting has come at a cost — fueling an addiction crisis that Colorado is unprepared for.
Michigan mastodon to find new ‘habitat’ at Cranbrook Institute of Science
Elmer the mastodon will migrate from the upper floors of Levinson Hall at OCC’s Highland Lakes campus to Bloomfield Hills.
What federal cuts to science funding could mean for the Great Lakes
Some groups that do research and collect data on the Great Lakes are facing existential threats as the annual budgeting process for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration gets underway.
Bran flakes could be classed as junk food under new guidelines to promote healthy eating
UK government wants to update nutrition rules to include naturally occurring ‘free sugars’ when determining what is unhealthy
What federal cuts to science funding could mean for the Great Lakes
Facing another round of cuts, NOAA-funded researchers worry about undermining public safety, the maritime economy, and health on the Great Lakes.
The Cove Continues Its Tradition of Unique Entertainment with The Slippery Chickens
By Peter Lyons Hall One of the reasons Greenwood Lake’s The Cove Restaurant has become a favorite destination for both residents and visitors is proprietor Bobby Perreira’s commitment to showcasing unique and memorable entertainment. Perreira has built a reputation for bringing distinctive performers to his lakeside venue—artists who offer something beyond the ordinary cover-band experience. […]
Roundup: Existing home sales / Faith Technologies / University Lakes update
A May surge: U.S. existing home sales rose in May to their highest level since December, reaching an annual pace of about 4.17 million. The increase was driven by slightly lower mortgage rates and stronger buyer activity. However, affordability remains a challenge as home prices stay elevated and supply is still limited. CNBC has the […]
The Seneca Drums: The mystery science has yet to solve
There is a mystery underneath the Finger Lakes largest and deepest lake. It's one that has been resonating with generations as far back as the Native Americans
DeVos Students Deliver Business Insight Across Great Lakes Bay Region and Beyond
Another strong fieldwork partner was United Bay Community Credit Union, which Shea said stood out because of its clear mission, active community presence, and deep commitment to the members it serves. “As students interviewed members, visited branches and engaged with UBCCU’s leadership team, they saw firsthand why people choose the credit union for their financial […]
Student donates $50,000 Google tech package to Seattle high school
Kameirah Johnson, a Lakeside School student and winner of the Doodle for Google contest, will give the $50,000 technology package she won to Rainier Beach High School instead.
Weed removal business helps local find the right path
FAIRMONT – While the Curly Leaf Pondweed issue in Fairmont has affected many, removing it has helped one resident stay clean and keep the lakes clean. Dominic Hill of ClearShore Solutions said he was a troublemaker in his younger years and struggled with drug and alcohol addiction. That all changed four years ago when he […]
Livid dog trainer customers say they paid thousands to SE Michigan business
Customers across Southeast Michigan say they were left out thousands of dollars after paying for dog training services they claim were never provided by Great Lakes Dog Training.
National Science Foundation grant puts Chicago at the center of an expanding water economy
A $45 million National Science Foundation grant will help nonprofit Current expand a Great Lakes program to turn wastewater into useful economic resources.
Michigan Launches New Online Form to Improve Reporting, Tracking of Harmful Algal Blooms
From the Michigan Department of Health and Human ServicesLANSING, Michigan – As summer approaches, the Michigan Departments of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), Health and Human Servi
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Tigers-Angels Game 3 Thursday
The Detroit Tigers will play Game 3 of their series against the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday and there’s a new way to watch.
Great Lakes Maritime Initiative aims to strengthen shipbuilding, jobs and the environment
University of Michigan launches Great Lakes Maritime Initiative to boost shipbuilding, innovation and workforce development across the region.
Scientists discover the oldest wooden tools ever used by humans
Scientists have uncovered the oldest known hand-held wooden tools ever used by humans — and they’re an astonishing 430,000 years old. Buried for hundreds of thousands of years at an ancient lakeside site in Greece, the carefully carved wooden objects reveal that early humans were far more skilled and resourceful than once believed.
Prairie Lakes Healthcare becoming Sanford Health Watertown
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System in Watertown will transition to Sanford Health Watertown, starting in June.
Titanic artifact exhibit opens at Great Lakes Science Center
People can see how the more than 1,300 ticketed passengers lived during their short voyage.
Ancient asteroid craters may have sparked Earth’s oxygen-producing life
A hidden crater in South Korea may hold clues to one of the biggest turning points in Earth’s history: the rise of oxygen. Scientists discovered fossil-like stromatolites — layered structures built by ancient microbes — inside the Hapcheon impact crater, suggesting that asteroid strikes may have created warm, mineral-rich lakes where early oxygen-producing life could flourish.
'Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition' sets sail at port of Cleveland
"Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition" will open Thursday, May 21 at the Great Lakes Science Center and run until mid-January. Here's what to know.
Step aboard Titanic at immersive new Great Lakes Science Center exhibition
The showcase offers a stunning look at the infamous British ocean liner's history.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Tigers-Guardians game on Thursday
The Detroit Tigers will play Game 3 of their series against the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday, May 21 and there’s a new way to watch.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Tigers-Guardians game on Thursday
The Detroit Tigers will play Game 3 of their series against the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday, May 21 and there’s a new way to watch.
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition sails to Great Lakes Science Center
TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition sails into Cleveland at the Great Lakes Science Center on May 21, and will stay through Jan. 18.
Why Xi Took Trump Inside Zhongnanhai, China's Most Guarded Political Compound
Zhongnanhai, named after two lakes located within the compound, is not only a workplace but also the residence of China's senior leadership.
Home health aide accused of stealing from elderly Miami Lakes patient with dementia
A home health aide is accused of stealing from the elderly woman with dementia who she was taking care of in Miami Lakes, authorities said.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Loons games this weekend
Fans can tune into the new Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network on Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17 to watch the three final games of the series.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Loons games this weekend
Fans can tune into the new Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network on Friday, May 15, Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17 to watch the three final games of the series.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Loons games this weekend
The Great Lakes Loons will play the West Michigan Whitecaps at Dow Diamond Thursday through Sunday, and there’s a new way to watch.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Loons games this weekend
The Great Lakes Loons will play the West Michigan Whitecaps at Dow Diamond Thursday through Sunday, and there’s a new way to watch.
Massive water main break closes businesses, sends offices into WFH mode in Auburn Hills, Orion
Water main break could take a minimum of two weeks to fix, the Great Lakes Water Authority said.
Great Lakes Science Center announces DOME Movies After Dark series
The Great Lakes Science Center announced the lineup for its DOME Movies After Dark summer series.
Scientists uncover hidden parasite diversity in barb fish from the Sea of Galilee
When most people think about biodiversity in lakes and rivers, they imagine fish, plants, or perhaps birds and amphibians. But beneath the surface exists another world that often goes unnoticed: microscopic ...
Great Lakes Science Center maritime events planned for May
The downtown Cleveland attraction celebrates the opening of the historic Steamship William G Mather and the debut of TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition with family-friendly activities throughout the month.
Michigan marks Small Business Week as startup growth booms
The Great Lakes State is home to almost 950-thousand small businesses, accounting for almost all businesses in the state.
Great Lakes Sports & Entertainment Network to air Tigers-Red Sox Game 3 Wednesday
The Detroit Tigers will play Game 3 of their series against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday, May 6, and there’s a new way to watch.
A mysterious black goo was oozing from this Great Lakes ship, what scientists found inside has them rethinkin
DNA testing revealing microbes never seen before by science.
‘Don’t Minnesota’ my state: Land of 10,000 Lakes becomes a political punching bag
After a tumultuous political year, a higher profile for Gov. Tim Walz and problems with fraud in state programs, Minnesota popping up as a talking point elections far beyond its borders.
Essentia Health holding annual infant memorial service in Detroit Lakes
In remembrance of babies lost through miscarriage or stillbirth, Essentia Health will host an infant burial and memorial service on Sunday, May 3, in Detroit Lakes.
‘Still a family business’
NEW ULM – For over 10 years, Lakes on 1st has been owned and operated by the Bode family. Starting Friday, the Bode clan will continue to work at the restaurant, but with a new owner, Brandon Roiger. “It’s a little bittersweet, but it is a good feeling too,” said Mike Bode, the founder and […]
Great Lakes Maritime Initiative aims to strengthen shipbuilding, jobs and the environment
University of Michigan launches Great Lakes Maritime Initiative to boost shipbuilding, innovation and workforce development across the region.
W Sports Bar's Uncertain Future, Cavs Lose Game 4: CLE Daily
Also in our daily news roundup for April 27, a shooting at a Strongsville Costco and Southwest Airlines launches a new winter nonstop.
Milkshakes, skin care, local crafts among items at new NJ businesses
Weyward Market is in Pompton Lakes. The Fountain Spa is in Hackensack. Sukoshi is at the Garden State Plaza. Milkshake factory is in Florham Park
Food Truck Events Kick Off Finger Lakes Health Campaign
Support local healthcare! 🏥 The Finger Lakes Health employee giving campaign kicks off April 30 with delicious food truck events in Geneva and Penn Yan. Come...
New lakeside bar and entertainment stage open at Lakewood Park Campground in Barnesville
A Schuylkill County landmark took another big step forward this weekend by opening a lakeside bar and outdoor entertainment stage and pavilion. Lakewood Park Campground, which is located in the Barnesville section of Ryan Township, opened…
New lakeside bar and entertainment stage open at Lakewood Park Campground in Barnesville
A Schuylkill County landmark took another big step forward this weekend by opening a lakeside bar and outdoor entertainment stage and pavilion. Lakewood Park Campground, which is located in the Barnesville section of Ryan Township, opened…
Day trip destination: Discover the trails of Otsego County
Looking for a scenic day trip? Otsego County offers a mix of lakeside trails, forest hikes and hidden overlooks — all within an easy drive.
Insurance loss puts child care center out of business
Lakeside Early Learning in Duluth will continue to offer child care through June 4 as staffing and ratios allow.
Cocaine pollution in rivers and lakes may disrupt behaviour of salmon, study finds
Fish swam further and dispersed more widely after exposure to environmental levels of drug and main metabolite
Great Lakes Aquarium hosts Women in Science Night with two WDIO meteorologists
The Great Lakes Aquarium hosted a Women in Science Night to highlight the achievements of local women in the scientific community.
Bridge Michigan’s Kelly House honored by MIT for science, whitefish reporting
Senior environmental reporter Kelly House and her series on declining whitefish in the Great Lakes were honored by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Knight Science Journalism Program.
Finish Line: The quiet rise of "prescribing connection"
Physicians are sending patients to choirs, art studios, walking clubs and lakesides.
Asian carp politics, teen takeover solutions | The Chicago Report
The Trump administration and Illinois continue their back-and-forth over the vital Asian carp Great Lakes project. A child psychologist discusses the rise in viral teen takeovers. And we hear from Yusef Jackson as he takes over his father's organization, Rainbow PUSH.
Rice Business Plan Competition 2026 winners announced
Another team from the Great Lakes State took home top honors and investments at this year's Rice Business Plan Competition.
Essentia Health offering walk-in mammograms in Detroit Lakes
Essentia Health will offer walk-in mammograms from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, at Essentia Health St. Mary’s-Detroit Lakes, located at 1027 Washington Ave.
Seneca Falls Park Launches Suffrage & Science Week
Suffrage & Science Week is coming to Seneca Falls! ♀️ Explore the connection between women's rights and the scientific world at the Women's Rights National H...
April baseball means snowflakes and very brave parents
Attending spring sports games in upstate New York often means cold weather. Here's how to stay warm and entertained.
Brian Cox: ‘We don’t know how powerful AI is going to become – it’s both exciting and potentially a problem’
The physicist, BBC presenter and author on snowflakes, art v science and the time Paul McCartney quizzed him about one of Saturn’s moons