Editor’s note: the following remembrance has been supplied. It has been edited for clarity. On February 15, 2024, after 85 and a half amazing years, Robert Guy “Bob” Peluso passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Bob was renowned in the mining industry for his expertise regarding mine safety and played an important role in that arena, whether…
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Black Butte Coal allegedly initiates more layoffs
After laying off 19 employees in November, Black Butte Coal Co. has allegedly started a second round of layoffs at its surface mine in Sweetwater County, Wyo., reported Wyoming Public Radio citing a SweetwaterNOW article. In this latest round, 30 employees are likely to be laid off – about a third of the company’s current payroll. “Some of these people…
Read MoreWildfire causes Artemis to evacuate Blackwater mine
Artemis Gold has responded to a wildfire evacuation order issued across a region that includes its Blackwater mine in British Columbia. The company has proactively removed all non-essential staff and contractors from the mine site as of July 21. “The safety and wellbeing of our employees and contractors is always our top priority,” said CEO Steven Dean. “Meanwhile, we are…
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