Environment

In the last issue, Jay Stevens wrote about climate change and Lake Erie. He's returning to the topic and setting his sights on the politics of the issue.

We are at a crossroads. Massive algae blooms are cropping up. Invasive species threaten the habitat of native fish. A survey recently found the highest concentrations of waterborne microplastics recorded in the world in Lake Erie. And climate change promises to severely alter our region's weather, transforming the lake in ways we can't imagine. This is our lake.

An Op-Ed by Senator Joe Scarnati President Pro Tempore (R-Jefferson)

Come on--you know you missed him and you know you missed his column... It's back: The Serial Gamer! Need we say more?

Some say there'll be jobs. Others say not. But what about the water?

There are invaders lurking below the surface, threatening our recreation, our fishing industry...

Meanwhile, in the city… a different kind of community support.

Last week Jay Stevens took you paddleboarding at PI. This week Lora Zill takes you kayaking.

Is buying local becoming the way to get produce? Abby Badach checks out the Community-Supported Agriculture scene in Erie.

A man who wanted space away from the daily grind bought land in Millcreek. He donated it to the school district and it's since become a local destination spot for those seeking nature. Michael Bennett wanted to find out more so he headed off into the woods.

This week's cover story takes a look at the real possibility of 'fracking' in our area.