The state Board of Environmental Protection adopted the rules Thursday despite opponents saying the regulations are unclear and the costs will be passed on to consumers.
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Arrowsic residents celebrate new public water access
In the spirit of gratitude, residents reflect on the opening of Packard Landing, a ‘town gift’ delivered in 2024.
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Opinion: Maine’s environmental track record must be maintained
The challenges ahead will require us to stand up against polluters and neglect. Luckily, Maine is good at that.
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Outfitting New England’s highest peak to give a sneak peek at Maine’s weather
The expansion of the Mount Washington weather network will provide real-time data for skiers, hikers and skaters heading to New Hampshire, but it will also help improve Maine forecasts and preview storm systems heading into the Pine Tree State.
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UMaine building statewide network of weather stations
The 26 automated stations will be installed throughout the state to improve forecasts and severe weather alerts, and to help farmers and foresters manage weather-related risks.
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Local climate action planning on the rise in communities across Maine
While governments are responding to climate change at the global, national and state levels, local officials are identifying opportunities and responding to threats that are unique to their communities.
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Gulf of Maine warming research resumes with NASA support
As Bigelow Laboratory’s Gulf of Maine North Atlantic Time Series approaches its 25th year, NASA awarded the program funding to continue regular cruises on the R/V Bowditch. Here’s what to expect.
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Tiny house, big art: Artist showcases the value in balancing macro and micro
Deanna Jacome creates larger-than-life paintings in a tiny home in Freeport.
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A dive to declutter Boothbay Harbor
OceansWide, a group dedicated to removing marine litter, invited The Times Record on one of its last dives of the season. What surfaced? Critters, sea squirts and a lone golf ball — plus a spark of inspiration for the Gulf of Maine.
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Key takeaways from Maine’s new climate action plan
The updated plan to be released Thursday sets new targets for energy efficiency and aims to ensure that all Maine residents benefit from the state’s responses to climate change.