Fairfield looks to bring changes to Mill Island Park
Town officials are looking to transform Mill Island, once a vibrant industrial hub, into a popular recreational site, while honoring
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Winthrop School Board bans dogs on school property, but not on public trail
The school board’s motion will go into effect on Jan. 3 when students arrive back at school from winter break.Read
Read MoreWilderness Sled Dog Races return in February
GREENVILLE — On Feb. 4, 2023 the Wilderness Sled Dog Racing Association will be hosting four races starting at Leisure
Read MoreA giant murder of crows is gathering along the Kenduskeag Stream every night
I probably don’t need to tell Bangor residents that every evening a large flock of crows gathers along Kenduskeag Stream.
Read MoreBar Harbor could get 1st dog park on MDI
BAR HARBOR, Maine — Mount Desert Island might be getting its first park specifically created for dogs. The Bar Harbor’s
Read MoreYork County community fighting pickleball court expansion due to noise
YORK, Maine — With about five million Americans playing, pickleball is considered the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. But those
Read MoreTrust For Public Land purchases 31,000 acres next to national monument
The nonprofit hopes the land might serve as a southern entrance to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.Read More
Read MoreHermon Mountain Ski Area hopes to open soon
HERMON– Some Mainers might have dreaded this weekend’s snow storm, but there are some that need it more than ever.
Read MoreMainers already venturing onto ‘hard water’ for early ice fishing despite risks
Winter has not officially arrived, but Mainers who enjoy fishing on hard water are already at it. There is only a
Read MoreMystery ice formation in Acadia National Park leaves rock suspended midair
At first glance, I thought it was a mushroom. Frozen solid in the frigid December air, the tiny object had a
Read MoreWhat we know about how 8-player soccer in Maine would work
Eight-player soccer has been set into motion by the Maine Principals’ Association, pending a vote in April. The move would make
Read MoreHirundo announces Winter Wildlife Explorer Camp
Hirundo Wildlife Refuge will host a Winter Wildlife Explorers Camp on Dec. 28-29 in Old Town. Campers will become a
Read MoreEven experienced birders still have a lot to learn
You’re never too old to learn about birds — and humility. I just completed an online course from the Cornell Lab
Read MoreGrant funding received for Jay tennis courts
Obsolete courts will be demolished and three ADA-compliant courts with LED lighting and walkways will be constructed next to Spruce
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