northern

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St. Michael’s, one of the most well-respected institutions in northern New England, is among them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Some cloud will move into parts of northern England and Wales, especially in the afternoon, and it won't be as warm along western coasts.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

For 30 minutes we watch a northern harrier on the hunt, dive-bombing blue-winged and cinnamon teal, though he always comes up empty.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

In the case of the northern spotted owl, exemptions were initially granted for timber sales in Oregon but later withdrawn due to legal challenges and procedural violations.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

After spending the cold months at their southern wintering grounds, the geese were migrating back to their northern home.

From "The Wild Robot Protects" by Peter Brown