With one project near downtown Westbrook and two near Gorham Village, the Presumpcot Regional Land Trust’s goal is to ensure easy access to nature.
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Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Scarborough aims to have 30% of its land under conservation by 2030
With 5,391 acres now protected, the town has begun work to preserve an additional 4,030 acres.
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Groups start new effort to buy land, protect water quality of Lake Wesserunsett in Madison
The Lake Wesserunsett Association says that in order to ensure water quality doesn’t decline, it will be raising $30,000 to purchase and conserve land around the lake as it comes on the market.
Posted inSouthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Fears of Bug Light Park sale are overblown, South Portland city manager says
The City Council discusses measures to further protect the park and other public open spaces, including requiring a referendum on any potential sales.
Posted inLocal & State
Westbrook purchases 2 parcels along Presumpscot River to increase public access to downtown
City officials plan to keep the parcels on the north side of the river undeveloped and use them to improve public access, including construction of a riverfront trail.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Scarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Scarborough resident honored with eco-Excellence Award
Dr. Noah Perlut, a professor at the University of New England, has been recognized by ecomaine for his work in Scarborough.