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Updated: Superior National Forest lifts campfire ban for BWCAW beginning June 12

The Superior National Forest has announced an Emergency Forest Order that bans campfires within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) beginning June 6 at 12:01 a.m through June 30, unless otherwise noted - Boreal - June 4, 2026

Arrowhead Transit launches new rider app and upgraded management software system

The app, available on the App Store and Google Play, allows passengers to book and manage trips, track Arrowhead vehicles in real time, and receive live trip updates and notifications - Boreal - June 10, 2026

Weekend Outlook

Expect near to slightly below normal temperatures through this weekend with gusty west winds today • National Weather Service in Duluth • June 12, 2026

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Summer Cook County Public Health Preparedness: Staying Ready for Poor Air Quality, Wildfire, and Tickborne Disease

Summer on the North Shore brings long days, outdoor adventures, and time spent enjoying our forests, lakes, and trails. It also brings seasonal risks that every resident and visitor should be prepared for, including wildfires, poor air quality, and tickborne diseases - Cook County, MN - June 12, 2026 Read More »

County Connections: From Old TVs to Tangled Cords - Cook County Hosts E-Waste Collection on June 13

Cook County residents will have a chance to responsibly recycle those items — and clear out some clutter — during the County’s annual Electronic Waste Collection Event - Cook County, MN - June 5, 2026 Read More »

Grand Portage National Monument’s new BARK Ranger Program turns dogs into trailblazers

This summer, Grand Portage National Monument is rolling out its version of the National Park Service's BARK Ranger Program, inviting visitors to explore one of the North Shore’s most stunning and historic landscapes with their dogs right by their side - Boreal - May 5, 2026 Read More »

Plans coming along to build new lodging, restaurant and event center in Grand Marais

Funding and permitting are all in the final stages, with work projected to begin this summer on the mixed-use hotel & event center in downtown Grand Marais - Cook County News Herald - June 12, 2026 Read More »

North Shore Health Welcomes Dr. Phillip Thomas from Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth for Monthly Clinics in Grand Marais

These clinics will expand access to specialized orthopaedic care close to home, reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for initial consultations, various treatments, and follow‑up care - North Shore Health - June 12, 2026 Read More »

Traveling? Pedestrian bridge demolition to close I-35 in Duluth the weekend of June 12

The Minnesota Department of Transportation will be replacing the pedestrian bridge over I-35 just south of Mesaba Ave starting the week of June 8 - Boreal - June 11, 2026 Read More »

Join us for the Grand Marais Transfer Station Ribbon Cutting

Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the new facility, enjoy complimentary food and beverages, and learn more about the improved services and infrastructure now available to the community - Cook County - June 11, 2026 Read More »

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