Environment
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PublishedAugust 29, 2017
Interactive map: With dry weather, drought comes creeping back into Maine
A drier-than-usual summer has brought drought conditions back to parts of Maine, but the problem remains mild compared to the drought of 2016.
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PublishedAugust 20, 2017
Shrink wrap may protect Maine boats, but it can harm the environment
The low-density polyethylene plastic that comes off in the spring is a challenge for disposal.
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PublishedAugust 7, 2017
Waterville teams up with Falmouth energy company on solar project
Plans are in the works for a large-scale array on a capped landfill that could power 3,750 homes.
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PublishedAugust 3, 2017
Our View: Actions to promote clean air may help Maine breathe easier
Officials are right to fight an effort by the Trump administration to delay pollution enforcement.
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PublishedJuly 27, 2017
Federal rollbacks threaten state’s drinking water, fishing spots, economy
Plans to reduce waterway protections, EPA research funding and pollution rules are all bad for Mainers.
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PublishedJuly 23, 2017
Green crabs have invaded, and if you can’t beat ’em, eat ’em
Efforts to turn the invasive green crabs into a restaurant delicacy continue.
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PublishedJuly 23, 2017
New book on Trump finds sliver of hope in lowering clouds
Naomi Klein doesn't mince words when it comes to the president. But she says all of us have the power to protect the earth and each other.
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PublishedJuly 18, 2017
Maine Voices: Portland task force’s pesticide ordinance is full of loopholes
The draft proposal hijacks the concept of integrated pest management to serve industry allies.
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PublishedJuly 16, 2017
Maine Observer: How the battle over strawberries was won
After smelly weapons fail to fend off furry little thieves, a home grower finally finds a way to enjoy some of his crop.
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PublishedJuly 15, 2017
Water bond package was good for Maine in 2014, and it’s even better now
What's not to like about clean water, 3,000 jobs and new systems – not to mention the ability to leverage federal funds?
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