The Greater Portland Council of Governments received a grant to help Casco Bay municipalities that are facing coastal erosion and gather more coastal bluff data.
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Climate leaders take a journey through Casco Bay
Participants in the 2024 COBALT bioregional learning journey shared some wisdom during a pit stop at the Schiller Coastal Studies Center, the location of a seagrass restoration pilot project.
Intertidal: A Casco Bay learning journey
Earlier this week, a group of expeditioners set out on a multiday adventure around Casco Bay — not just for fun but as part of a learning journey. This journey isn’t for traditional students either, but instead, is for a group of professionals interested in learning more about the bay. Rather than learn in the […]
Casco Bay Estuary Partnership awards resiliency grants
Seven Maine nonprofits and communities received a total of $112,726 in grants through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Intertidal: An unexpected creature
I am a bit of a broken record with my imploring of people to always take a closer look at the natural world, as what may seem already familiar so often holds new discoveries. So, without apology, I have another mystery creature to introduce this week — one that I have never seen or even […]
Environmental group recruits Brunswick residents in fight to protect bay
In the aftermath of a chemical spill, Friends of Casco Bay visited Brunswick to discuss stormwater pollution, the spread of PFAS and to introduce a new app for locals to “stay informed and get involved.”
Man who fell overboard in Casco Bay remembered as genuine, loving adventurer
The family of Eddie Berke, 31, of New Haven, Connecticut, is holding onto memories of his adventures and close bonds after he died in Casco Bay on the Fourth of July.
Group explores ambulance vessels as part of solution to island care crisis
Ambulance boats, which are common in countries like Norway, would function as floating mini hospitals.
Man’s body found in Casco Bay near Chebeague Island
A recreational fisherman found the body of the unidentified man in the water about 100 yards from the end of Indian Point Road
From Peaks to Portland: Swimmers cross Casco Bay as charity event makes post-COVID return
About 200 people swam the 2.4-mile stretch between Peaks Island and East End Beach to raise money for the YMCA on Saturday morning.