Both sides of a philosophical divide say they’ll collaborate on lingering questions about access, logging and infrastructure to make Katahdin Woods and Waters a ‘net positive.’
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Port City Post: Answering the call of rural Maine’s wild since childhood
The Maine we read about in glossy magazines does not, and never did, exist for most of us locals.
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Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument opens office in Millinocket
Tim Hudson, a veteran park service employee, was selected to serve as superintendent while Christina Marts was named community planner for the new monument.
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Our View: Roxanne Quimby’s historic gift marks new era for Maine
Some of the sting of the paper industry’s retreat could be eased by a more diverse economy in the Katahdin region.
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National monument designation triggers clashing political reactions
Maine’s congressional delegation offers a mix of praise, objections and hopes for economic benefits in the Katahdin region.
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New national monument established in Maine’s North Woods, but debate rages on
The National Park Service begins to open offices and invite visitors to the Katahdin region hours after President Obama designates the 87,600 acres donated by Roxanne Quimby.
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Quimby donates Katahdin region land to U.S. for national monument
More than 87,600 acres are transferred amid speculation that a controversial federal designation to protect the land could come Thursday, the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service.
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Roxanne Quimby donates 100 acres to Acadia National Park
The gift of 13 ‘inholding’ parcels, worth about $2 million, comes a week before centennial celebrations for the National Park Service.
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Commentary: Republican indifference puts sacred Native American land in Utah at risk
One of the lawmakers blocking federal efforts to protect Bears Ears, a culturally and historically significant area, also opposes a Maine national monument.
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Our View: Court ruling on Harpswell beach access shows need for public land
The public has no guarantee of access when the ownership of special spots changes hands.