[dailynews] May 1, 2012

Great Lakes Daily News: May 1, 2012
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EDITORIAL: Selling water to Waukesha could benefit Milwaukee
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As we've said before, if Waukesha can draw and return water from the lake without significant harm to the environment and in accord with the Great Lakes compact, we see no reason it shouldn't be allowed to do so. Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (5/1)


Great Lakes on 'crisis pathway' expert says
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Ontarians are being asked to imagine what it would be like if the Great Lakes disappeared. The Council of Canadians said that could happen if something is not done to protect the lakes. Source: CBC News (5/1)


Wildlife federation: Enbridge oil spill didn't spur change in regulations
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The 19-page report made available Monday looks at the patchwork regulatory approach between the various states and describes how a key federal agency -- the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration -- is denied the authority to "prescribe the location or routing of a pipeline." Source: Detroit Free Press (5/1)


New report details opportunities for natural gas-powered marine vessels
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The most promising and economical conversions would be large towing tugs, medium-to-large car and passenger ferries, and Great Lakes bulk carriers. Source: Maritime Executive (5/1)


Business leaders raise money to dredge money-making harbor
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In past years, Leland harbor was able to pay for dredging by applying for funds from congress. But lately, it has not been granted the earmarks. Source: UpNorthLive.com (5/1)


Saugatuck dunes developer Aubrey McClendon gives up chairmanship at Chesapeake Energy
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In West Michigan, McClendon is more well known as the owner of the former Denison property, north of the Kalamazoo River as it flows into Lake Michigan. His plans include a hotel, 9-hole golf course, 66-slip marina and 100 residences. Source: MLive.com (5/1)


Walleye study continues
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The Inland Waterway, a famed walleye fishing destination, will enter the second year of a three-year study looking into all of the factors that affect the fishery's walleye population. Source: Cheboygan Daily Tribune (5/1)


Suspension of ferry service hurts Pelee Island businesses
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The Pelee Islander, which provides service from Sandusky, and the Jiimaan, which runs to the island from the Canadian towns of Leamington and Kingsville, were taken out of service after inspections revealed the need for repairs. Source: Sandusky Register (5/1)


Great Lakes Shipyard completes tugboat for Puerto Rico Towing & Barge
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Great Lakes Shipyard, Cleveland, Ohio, is set to hold a ceremonial naming ceremony Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Source: Marine Log (4/30)


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