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Finland youth program director charged with lewd conduct around children

On June 13, 2024, during a routine patrol south of Silver Bay, Lake County Sheriff’s Deputy Jack Dietz noticed a vehicle parked along Highway 3, at the entrance to...

Superior officials refuse to discuss cancelled Charlie Berens contract

On March 6, 2024, the City of Superior’s Tourism Development Commission (TDC) voted to recommend approval of a contract with Charlie Berens, a well-known Wisconsin comedian and social media...

Silver Bay mayor sought key land acquisition before public disclosure of Boathouse Bay project

On July 1, 2024, the Silver Bay City Council chambers were packed to capacity with residents interested in a selection of agenda items pertaining to the Boathouse Bay project: Purchase...

As perjury case moves to County Attorney, Les Grumdahl attempts to settle with Holly Brown

On June 14, 2024, the Monitor reported that local Window and Siding Contractor Les Grumdahl was being investigated by the Duluth police for perjury. Specifically, in a breach-of-contract case...

Superior to pay $1,750 per month for “organic social media management”

“Organic social media” generally refers to the online marketing strategy businesses use to maximize their social media exposure and/or sales without having to pay for advertising. Authentic organic social...

City declines to address Civic Center encampment issue

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine has ignited protests worldwide, including in Duluth. On March 11, 2024, local supporters of Palestine turned out in force at the Duluth City...

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Do subsidized single-family homes address Duluth’s housing needs?

On a 2.5-acre site in Morgan Park, the Duluth Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) is building 12 modest single-family homes on 50-foot-wide lots. The...

State Auditor reports red flags, discrepancies in Beaver Bay financial records

Beaver Bay citizens have been concerned about the town’s finances since 2023, when City Clerk Kristy Gregory was hired. After Beaver Bay resident Ellie...

Duluthian defrauded in Lakewood variance scam

When Duluthian Erik Lindgren was looking for property to build his hunting camp, he found a promising ten-acre parcel in Lakewood Township. The tax-forfeited...

Lake Superior College instructor faces 19 charges for recording students in bathroom

On July 8, 2026, Lake Superior College biology professor Maxwell Minor-Smith was charged with one felony and 18 gross misdemeanors for allegedly recording students...

Former Dean of Students charged for engaging in criminal sexual conduct with Rock Ridge High School student

In St. Louis County District Court, on July 6, 2026, Eveleth resident and long-time educator Christopher Chad was charged for engaging in criminal sexual...