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North Shore Waste and Cook County Announce Temporary Closure of Tofte Transfer Station for Reconstruction

May 21, 2026 09:21AM ● By Content Editor

Cook County will close the Tofte Transfer Station beginning Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to demolish the existing facility and construct a new, updated transfer station - North Shore Waste - May 21, 2026

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After the Stewart Trail Fire, in photos

May 20, 2026 11:07AM ● By Content Editor

As of noon on May 19, Lake County officials lifted evacuation orders and reopened Highway 61 after three days, following a wildfire that burned 356 acres and destroyed 34 structures - Boreal - May 20, 2026

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The Gunflint Trail Cleanup returns for its fourth year, volunteers still needed

May 20, 2026 09:25AM ● By Content Editor

The annual Gunflint Trail Cleanup is returning for its fourth year next month, bringing together community members and visitors to help pick up trash along the 57-mile-long road, and maybe find some treasures along the way - Boreal - May 20, 2026

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Cook County Budget Shop Expands Saturday Hours Beginning May 23

May 20, 2026 08:14AM ● By Content Editor

The Cook County Land Services Department is pleased to announce expanded public access to the Cook County Budget Shop beginning Saturday, May 23, 2026 - May 20, 2026

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Update: Evacuation zones and road closures related to the Stewart Trail Fire will be lifted at 12 p.m. as 100% containment level reached

May 19, 2026 12:00PM ● By Content Editor

As of approximately midnight, the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) and InciWeb reported that the Stewart Lake Fire, which began on Friday due to a power line, was 100% contained - Boreal - May 19, 2026

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WTIP Launches New Mobile App

May 19, 2026 09:41AM ● By Content Editor

WTIP North Shore Community Radio is excited to announce the launch of the new WTIP mobile app, designed to make it easier for listeners to stay informed, connected, and engaged with our community - WTIP - May 19, 2026

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Mental Health Awareness: Building Stronger Communities Through Connection and Care

May 19, 2026 09:38AM ● By Content Editor

Mental Health Awareness encourages open conversations, reduces stigma, and reminds people that seeking support is a sign of strength - CC Public Health and Human Services - May 19, 2026

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Update: Suspect in custody after fire bomber struck by bullet

May 18, 2026 10:05AM ● By Editor

The aircraft landed safely and thankfully the pilot was not injured - St. Louis County Sheriff's Office - May 16, 2026

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Meet your Cook County neighbors: Chad Byers and Jessy Goble

May 18, 2026 09:56AM ● By Editor

Come learn more about your Cook County friends and neighbors, Chad Byers and Jessy Goble - Boreal Community Media - May 16, 2026

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Firefighters increase containment lines on Stewart Trail Fire, aided by rain and higher relative humidity levels

May 18, 2026 09:54AM ● By Content Editor

Firefighters continue to make progress containing the perimeter of the Stewart Trail Fire in Two Harbors, MN, according to a Monday morning update from the Minnesota Incident Command System (MNICS) - Boreal - May 18, 2026

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