Judge allows Northern Iron to resume normal foundry operations on St. Paul’s East Side over state’s objections
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency ordered Northern Iron in April to limit its operations to reduce pollution. A judge is allowing the company to resume normal hours and production levels as it installs new pollution control equipment.
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St. Paul metal foundry continues fight with state after failing to reach agreement on reducing pollution
Northern Iron and Machine and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will argue their case in court after mediation could not resolve conflict over emissions.
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Minnesota activists say state prioritizes industry over public health, environment
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