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Tickets available for annual E.A.T.S. fundraiser at ISD166, scheduled for March 5

Feb 27, 2026 11:16AM ● By Content Editor

Tickets are now on sale for the Cook County ISD166 Education Foundation's annual fundraising event, E.A.T.S. (Enriching Academics Through Sustenance), scheduled for March 5, 2026 - Boreal - Feb 27, 2026

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Beaded Bookmarks: A Free Hands-on Workshop at the Grand Marais Library

Feb 24, 2026 08:38AM ● By Content Editor

Create a unique glass and metal beaded bookmark on Wednesday, March 11 at 6pm. Geared for ages 10 and up, this event is part of our winter reading program and all are welcome to attend - GMPL - Feb. 24, 2026

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Grand Marais Fire Department reminds residents to clear the hydrants on their property

Feb 24, 2026 08:28AM ● By Content Editor

According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, a fire can double in size every minute. If a hydrant is buried, firefighters may have to spend time digging it out instead of tackling the fire - Boreal - Feb. 24, 2026

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Grand Marais officials issue parking reminder ahead of Tuesday storm

Feb 23, 2026 12:22PM ● By Content Editor

In anticipation of the storm, City of Grand Marais officials have issued a reminder of the winter parking rules, specifically that there is no overnight parking along Highway 61. They are asking for the public's cooperation to help plows effectively clear the roads and move snow - Boreal - Feb 23, 2026

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Cook County Connections: Sheriff’s Office Begins Body-Worn Camera Program

Feb 20, 2026 02:33PM ● By Content Editor

The policy framework governing when and how deputies wear and use the cameras was unanimously approved by the County Board in late November 2025 after a two-week public comment period that drew feedback from community members - Cook County, MN - Feb 20, 2026

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Cook County Highway Department Lifts Travel Advisory

Feb 19, 2026 04:32PM ● By Editor

The Cook County Highway Department has lifted the travel advisory that was in effect yesterday morning due to blizzard conditions - Cook County Highway Department - February 19, 2026

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Cook County Extension announces spring workshops on apple pruning and maple sugaring

Feb 19, 2026 09:53AM ● By Content Editor

University of Minnesota Extension Cook County has scheduled two educational workshops in Grand Marais this March, focusing on seasonal land stewardship and food production - Boreal - Feb 19, 2026

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Hovland records over 38 inches of snow as North Shore digs out from massive blizzard

Feb 19, 2026 09:25AM ● By Content Editor

Community members in northern Minnesota are digging out from under a foot of snow after a blizzard that buried the North Shore for the past 48 hours - Boreal - Feb 19, 2026

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Drury Lane Books to host Minnesota Author, Sam Tschida, for an afternoon fundraiser event

Feb 19, 2026 08:31AM ● By Editor

In partnership with Authors for Minnesota Day, Drury Lane Books will be hosting regional author, Sam Tschida, from 12-4:00pm on Saturday, February 28 - Drury Lane Books - February 19

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Snowfall totals reach 13 inches (so far) in parts of Cook, Lake counties as blizzard conditions impact the North Shore

Feb 18, 2026 10:37AM ● By Content Editor

A severe winter storm is currently impacting Minnesota’s North Shore, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous blizzard conditions to the area. No travel advisories have been issued by the Cook County Highway Department, Lake County Sheriff's Office, and MnDOT as visibility remains severely restricted across the region - Boreal - Feb 18, 2026

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