A day exploring rocks, minerals and that jaw-dropping lithium mine
The mountains of western Maine are rich in minerals, including in the rural town of Newry.
A remarkable discovery in Maine’s wilderness sparks a debate over the risks and rewards of mining
The lithium deposit in Newry would feed the demand for the mineral used in batteries and computer screens. But at what cost?
A recap of the 131st Legislature’s noteworthy environmental bills
Legislature powers through debates, messy fights and a veto to tackle important environmental bills.
Protection of Kennebago headwaters in jeopardy
The project includes nearly 1,000 acres of wetlands and the headwaters of the Kennebago River.
Housing is a climate issue — one of the most consequential
Where and how we build our houses matters. Not just to humans, but also to the environment.
Maine likely to amend its strict mining laws
It will likely be more than a year before the changes take effect, and will have to be presented to a citizen group that oversees Maine DEP.
The last maternity unit in Washington County gets creative to stay open
A shuttering of the service, says a Machias doctor, means babies and mothers would die.