[dailynews] July 6, 2012

Great Lakes Daily News: July 6, 2012
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Michigan bill may loosen critical sand dune protection
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It would be easier for property owners to build in Lake Michigan and Lake Superior sand dunes under a bill before Michigan lawmakers. Source: Great Lakes Echo (7/6)


Rare piping plovers checked out protected areas in Twin Ports, but didn't nest
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Piping plovers were tourists in the Twin Ports again this season, but once again decided not to stay. Source: Duluth News Tribune (7/6)


Lake Erie algae bloom regresses in past year
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This year, the algae bloom will likely be only about one-tenth the size of the bloom that spread across Lake Erie's western basin in 2011. Source: The Toledo Blade (7/6)


Judge rules in favor of companies in Fox River cleanup
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NCR Corp. and Appleton Papers Inc. will not have to pay for the cleanup of PCBs from Little Lake Butte des Morts and southern portions of the lower Fox River, a federal judge ruled this week. Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette (7/6)


International Joint Commission plans public hearing
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The International Joint Commission, focused on finding solutions for problems in rivers and lakes, will have a public hearing on Great Lakes water levels at 7 p.m. July 11 at the Sutton Center, 1848 E. Perry St. Source: The News-Herald (7/6)


Ipperwash: Paradise lost, probably never to return
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Once the jewel of Southwestern Ontario parks, Ipperwash Provincial Park has been closed since a deadly clash over a native burial ground 17 years ago. Source: The Stratford Beacon Herald (7/6)


Five states to continue suit demanding Asian carp fix
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Five states are continuing a lawsuit against the federal government demanding action to prevent Asian carp from reaching the Great Lakes, despite recent congressional action. Source: The Associated Press (7/5)


EDITORIAL: Starting negotiations is in Milwaukee's interest, too
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According to the city's own numbers, Milwaukee could make millions and reduce costs for its own water customers if the DNR and other states approve the sale of water to Waukesha. To waste such an opportunity would be a mistake. Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (7/5)


Toronto Islands ferry passenger limits eased
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Months after forcing two Toronto Islands ferries to cut their passenger loads nearly in half, Transport Canada rolled back its capacity restrictions Thursday following pressure from city staff. Source: The Toronto Star (7/5)


EDITORIAL: Healthy Lake Erie Fund deserves praise
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Praise for the $3 million Healthy Lake Erie Fund that will explore more effective strategies to prevent runoff from the land and on monitoring the success of these tactics. Source: The Plain Dealer (7/5)


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