Skowhegan voters approve new shelter rules, cannabis moratorium and major development changes
Decisions at annual town meeting tighten oversight of shelters, address concerns about public camping, pause cannabis expansion and refresh long‑term plan.
A giant freezer could help get more food to pantries in Aroostook County
Cuts in federal food assistance are squeezing food pantries in Maine’s northernmost county, where nearly 1 in 5 people rely on SNAP benefits.
Schoppee Farm halts market as federal hemp rule hits; Machias to host this season
A federal rule change threatens the farm’s hemp business, forcing the long‑running market to relocate for 2026.
Residents say ferry prices are turning this Maine island into a ‘gated community’
New rates are easy on commuters, arguably at the expense of locals who pay full price for the few trips they make to the mainland.
Eastport residents push City Council to oppose DeepGreen’s underwater AI data center
The Council’s objection mirrors a Washington County Commission letter sent to developer Louis Wolfson last month, warning the project could pose risks to local waters and traditional industries.
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