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PublishedApril 14, 2024
CMP’s removal of Bath osprey nest sparks outrage, utility plans to give birds a new home
A Bath osprey nest was removed before the April nor'easter, sparking outrage among some residents. Now, CMP announced that it plans to remedy the removal by installing a nesting platform.
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PublishedApril 1, 2024
Few anglers fishing on April Fool’s Day
Traditionally, many anglers look forward to April 1, but nowadays it depends on the weather and the zone.
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PublishedMarch 17, 2024
Saco River Wildlife Center, already outgrowing space to care for wild animals, enters its busy season
The wildlife rehabilitation center in Limington treated more than 900 animals last year – everything from squirrels and mice to bats and porcupines.
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PublishedJanuary 28, 2024
Officials warn that ice is not safe on many Maine bodies of water
Warm spells and rain have left the ice on many lakes and ponds nowhere near as solid as might be expected in late January.
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PublishedJanuary 25, 2024
Maine agency cancels assault rifle class after complaints
A spokesman for the Maine Department of Fisheries and Wildlife said a class about cleaning and maintaining an AR firearm was abruptly canceled after complaints that it was inappropriate in the wake of the mass shooting in Lewiston.
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PublishedNovember 17, 2023
Coyote trapping in Cape Elizabeth raises ethical questions among residents
A farmer received a permit that allows the trapping and killing of the coyotes, saying that a large pack is causing damage and poses a threat to the safety of animals and young children.
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PublishedNovember 13, 2023
Maine wildlife officials investigating after 2 moose are illegally killed
State wardens say the crimes are especially egregious because the carcasses were left to rot rather than used for food.
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PublishedAugust 6, 2023
U.S. auditors accuse Maine of misusing federal grants to shore up its pension fund
The practice, while not unique to Maine, exceeded 'reasonable' allowances as it diverted $2.6 million away from fishing, hunting and wildlife protection programs.
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PublishedJuly 25, 2023
Madison man drowns after whitewater raft flips on West Branch of Penobscot River
The death Monday of Scott Newton, 38, was the second drowning in 48 hours in Maine.
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PublishedJune 30, 2023
Porter woman hospitalized after punching a black bear in the nose
The attack is considered "provoked" after a dog chased a bear into woods and then led the bear into a backyard where its owner came face-to-face with the bear.
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