Richmond developer petitions for land use ordinance changes
Frustrated by delays in putting proposed changes to the Land Use Ordinance governing subdivisions before voters, Jeremy Purington brought a
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Western Maine Audubon presents ‘What’s Happening to Our Birds?’ with wildlife ecologist Sally Stockwell
FARMINGTON – Maine Audubon wildlife ecologist Sally Stockwell, will give a one-hour presentation titled, “What’s Happening to Our Birds?” on
Read moreCMP launches incentive program for high-power electric vehicle chargers
The pilot program, launched Tuesday, will offer up to $4,000 toward the cost of installing “level 2” charging stations and is
Read moreGlass won’t be recyclable in Brunswick in two weeks
Town officials estimate that taking glass out of the recycling stream will save roughly $7,000 in processing costs between now
Read moreBlack bear hunting season officially underway
STATEWIDE — Monday marked marks the official start of bear hunting season in Maine. Baiting began Monday and trapping was
Read moreFeds shut down Gulf of Maine herring fishery to protect fish population
A major fishery off New England will be slowed down considerably in September in an attempt to protect the fish’s
Read moreAre those moose crossing signs south of Portland really just there to excite tourists?
On the 109-mile stretch of the Maine Turnpike from Kittery to Augusta, there are a total of nine such signs.Read
Read moreSummer’s Erratic Weather Will Likely Result In A Small Wild Blueberry Crop
One of Maine’s truly iconic crops is the wild blueberry. It’s been something of a wild ride for the berries
Read moreMaine officials warn of potentially rabid bats
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention is asking residents to be cautious about bats,
Read moreUMaine Receives $3M For Artic Research
The National Science Foundation is providing University of Maine with almost $3 million for graduate research about the Arctic. Maine’s
Read moreBe cautious around late-summer bats, Maine CDC warns
The Maine CDC is asking residents to be cautious about bats, which can carry rabies and are at their most
Read moreCommunity Champions monitor the water conditions of Casco Bay
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Read moreLate summer is the best time to spot these chaotic feathered foragers
I am frequently asked where I get the inspiration to write so many different birding columns. Often, the ideas just
Read moreMaine Rural Businesses Get Help To Build Renewable Projects
SCARBOROUGH, Maine – More than 30 Maine businesses are receiving help from the federal government to launch rural renewable energy
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