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Wooden Boat Show & Summer Solstice Pageant draws hundreds to North House Folk School

Jun 23, 2025 11:20AM ● By Content Editor

While temperatures soared near 100 degrees throughout Minnesota, Grand Marais' "built-in air conditioner," also known as Lake Superior, kept temperatures pleasant and mild (perhaps even a little chilly for some) for the annual Wooden Boat Show and Summer Solstice Pageant this past weekend - Boreal - June 23, 2025

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Meet your Cook County Neighbor: Ty Backlund

Jun 23, 2025 09:15AM ● By Editor

Come learn more about your Cook County friend and neighbor, Ty Backlund - Boreal Community Media - June 22, 2026

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Happy Hikers: Exploring Trails and Building Friendships on the North Shore

Jun 23, 2025 09:15AM ● By Content Editor

Every Wednesday during the summer months, a group of community members gather across Cook County in preparation to spend their day exploring the scenery and natural beauty of the North Shore. This group, known as Happy Hikers, is a collection of nature lovers who have been exploring the area's offerings for the past 25 years - Boreal - June 20, 2025

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National Weather Service issues alert for campers in NE Minnesota due to potential severe storms

Jun 20, 2025 02:25PM ● By Content Editor

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Duluth has issued an alert for anyone camping in NE Minnesota, including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Friday into early Saturday morning - Boreal - June 20, 2025

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It's officially the longest day of the year in Cook County. Here's what it means.

Jun 20, 2025 09:14AM ● By Content Editor

If you step outside at 9:42 pm (central time) on June 20, 2025, you'll be experiencing the point when the Earth is tilted at its furthest point towards the sun (versus any other time of year) - Boreal Community Media - June 20, 2024

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Crash in construction zone closes Highway 61 near Silver Creek Tunnel for hours on Wednesday

Jun 19, 2025 09:03AM ● By Content Editor

On Wednesday, June 18, a crash in a construction zone near Silver Creek Tunnel caused emergency personnel to close Highway 61 for hours - Boreal - June 19, 2025

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MN DNR still seeking volunteers for loon monitoring in Cook and Lake Counties

Jun 18, 2025 09:27AM ● By Content Editor

The DNR has been collecting data on loons for over 20 years, and uses the information to identify any changes in adult populations, reproduction, and examine potential issues that could impact the future of the bird - Boreal - June 18, 2025

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Cook County and Grand Portage rain totals from the past 24 hours

Jun 17, 2025 09:40AM ● By Content Editor

Much-needed rain fell throughout NE Minnesota last night, with some areas, such as Mountain Iron and Iron Junction, receiving between 3.9" and 4.6" - Boreal Community Media - June 17, 2025

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Community members, visitors, celebrate love as a form of resistance at Cook County Pride Day 2025

Jun 16, 2025 01:12PM ● By Content Editor

On Saturday, June 14, Cook County Pride hosted its annual Pride Celebration in Grand Marais. Events took place throughout the day, including yoga in Harbor Park, Drag Story Hour, crafts and sign-making, a community sing-along and dance, followed by a rally and march. A dance party with a DJ took place at Up Yonder later in the evening - Boreal - June 16, 2025

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Forest Service seeks public comment on Boundary Waters fee changes

Jun 16, 2025 11:30AM ● By Content Editor

The United States Forest Service - Superior National Forest (SNF) announced today that it is proposing updates to recreation fees for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) - Boreal - June 16, 2025

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