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What's New
Sailing for science
Meadville Tribune (7/21)
A new partnership between Pennsylvania Sea Grant and Gannon University is inviting students around the region to board Gannon’s science vessel, the Environaut, and take part in hands-on learning to deepen understanding of the current health of Lake Erie.

Earthquake rattles Ontario-Quebec border and GTA
The Toronto Star (6/24)
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake briefly shook the Ontario-Quebec border Wednesday afternoon, shattering glass, rattling bookshelves and sending hundreds of people scurrying into the streets.

Shippers courted at Erie Inland Port conference
Erie Times-News (5/26)
The proposed multimillion-dollar Erie Inland Port Project seeks to create large-scale transportation and shipping hubs in northwestern Pennsylvania and northeastern Ohio.

Group seeks funds from city of Erie for War of 1812 events
Erie Times-News (5/21)
Erie's Jefferson Educational Society is seeking $1.3 million to fund a five-month celebration in 2013 commemorating Erie's role in the War of 1812.

Budget cuts to close some Presque Isle beaches
Lebanon Daily News (2/11)
Officials with the Pennsylvania Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources say some beaches will be closed for swimming this summer at Presque Isle State Park in Erie.

Lake Erie could freeze over entirely for first time in years
Erie Times-News (2/10)
The power is running out on the Lake Erie snow machine. The lake is about 90 to 95 percent ice-covered, and more cold temperatures forecast could freeze the entire lake. The lake hasn't completely frozen over since the winter of 1995-96.

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General Resources
Pennsylvania
Great Lakes Commission
Since 1955, Pennsylvania has been a valued member of the Great Lakes Commission.

Pennsylvania Government
A starting point to guide you to the many resources available from Pennsylvania's state agencies, departments and other governmental branches.

Pennsylvania Governor Profile
Council of Great Lakes Governors
Includes biography, inaugural address, State of the State address and related links.

Pennsylvania Sea Grant
Established in March 1998, the Great Lakes' newest Sea Grant Program seeks to increase public awareness of coastal issues (environmental and economic) through extension, communication, education, and applied research activities, thereby improving the overall environmental and economic "health" of Pennsylvania's coastal regions.

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Economy
Pennsylvania Economic Profile
Northeast-Midwest Institute
The Northeast-Midwest Institute provides a variety of economic data about the state, including unemployment rate, per-capita income, gross state product, exports, government spending and demographics.

Port Erie
Hightlights Erie, Pennsylvania's Bayfront District and the services of the Erie-Western PA Port Authority.

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Environment
PennEnvironment
PennEnvironment focuses exclusively on protecting Pennsylvania's air, water and open spaces.

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
Potomac River (DC, MD, PA, VA, WV)
American Heritage Rivers
The American Heritage Rivers Initiative, established by an Executive Order in September 1997, is a program to help communities restore and revitalize waters and waterfronts.

Upper Susquehanna and Lackawanna Rivers (PA)
American Heritage Rivers
The American Heritage Rivers Initiative, established by an Executive Order in September 1997, is a program to help communities restore and revitalize waters and waterfronts.

Water Resources Education Network
League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania
WREN is a collaboration among organizations and public officials working for the protection and management of Pennsylvania's water resources through education and informed policy making.

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Tourism
The Great Lakes Circle Tour
Ride along on the 6,500-mile Great Lakes Circle Tour: a scenic, international road system connecting the five Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River! For new visitors to the region, this online travel guide offers informational maps, road routes and estimated mileages, and links to major cities, camping and recreation areas, and natural attractions.

Experience Pennsylvania: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Tourism Office
Find everything you need to know for planning a trip to Pennsylvania.

ExplorePAhistory.com
Explore Pennsylvania's historical markers and find out about attractions, events and activities as well as educational resources on this informative site.

U.S. Brig Niagara

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