Facing new spruce budworm outbreak, Maine foresters look to history as a guide
There are questions over how Maine's forests will fare in a world beset by climate change.
Future of Maine’s electric vehicle charging network in limbo as federal changes loom
The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program was brought to a halt by the Trump administration in February. But states have interpreted federal guidance differently.
Legislators land airport habitat bill after turbulent takeoff
Wildlife and aviation officials compromised on a new amendment that eases habitat protections around airports with more precision for flight safety.
With court ruling, aquaculture farm set to move ahead in Jonesport
Opponents argue the fish farm’s wastewater would pollute Chandler Bay, and tried to appeal a permit. The state supreme court denied their request.
Republican lawmakers want to put a moratorium on dam removals
Three bills would aim to preserve Maine hydroelectric dams at all costs. Regulators say they clash with existing laws and undermine environmental protections.
Hancock County reps push for bill that would help transfer abandoned dams to towns
Officials have said delays in enactment could result in the drainage of three lakes through the state’s abandonment statute. A separate bill would bolster Maine’s authority in overseeing that process.
Sen. King fumes at climate change being nixed from annual threat assessment
For more than a decade, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence included the mounting impacts of climate change in its annual reports on threats to national security.
