The state ruling means the lithium operation would be treated more like a copper or silver mine, rather than a quarry operation for limestone or granite, as the Freemans had hoped.
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Sunday River ski lift mishap could’ve been worse
A 17-year-old rider suffered minor injuries in February when the ‘chondola’ at Sunday River Resort in Newry fell 10 feet.
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Skier escapes with minor injuries after gondola blows over at Sunday River
A 17-year-old was the only occupant; wind cited as the cause of the accident.
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Get your skis on: Sunday River opens for season Thursday
The resort announced Wednesday that if the cold holds, it will open a limited number of trails to season passholders and multi-day ticket holders at 9 a.m. Thursday.
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Things are looking up for Maine’s downhill ski scene
Western Maine mountains are in the home stretch of getting ready for the upcoming ski season, which could start any day, weather-depending, for Sunday River Ski Resort. The head of Maine’s ski association is optimistic for an above-average year.
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Maine’s marijuana market opening could be a letdown for many
The state’s recreational cannabis market is set to finally open Friday, but few stores will be, and supplies are expected to be extremely limited.
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State licenses 2 more recreational cannabis stores, first manufacturing facility
The approval of stores in South Portland and Newry gives Maine a total of 5 retail outlets to date that will be allowed to open as of Oct. 9.
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Maine approves adult-use cannabis stores in South Portland, Northport
The approvals were among 6 recreational cannabis licenses the state awarded Tuesday for retailers, growers and testing labs, but consumer sales won’t begin until Oct. 9.
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Judge dismisses lawsuit against Mills by Sunday River Brewing and other businesses
The lawsuit challenged the constitutionality of Gov. Janet Mills’ restrictions on their businesses during the pandemic.
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Officials lay out plans for closing popular Step Falls because of overcrowding
The popular destination in Newry has seen too many visitors during the pandemic.