Some argue that a proposed lithium mine in western Maine would support renewable energy development and help fight climate change. Others say the potential environmental impacts might not be worth it.
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Posted inMaine Crime
Livermore Falls woman indicted on manslaughter charge in fatal 2022 crash in North Jay
Gaylene Rich, 69, of Livermore died in the head-on crash July 20, 2022, on state Route 4.
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Posted inMaine
Farmington board rejects grant for EV charging station downtown
The Downtown TIF Committee unanimously voted that EV charging stations not be installed in the municipal parking lot that can be entered from Main Street or Broadway.
Posted inLife & Culture
Six foot tall stone egg in Farmington draws attention
Designer Jon Bubier began building the stone egg last year, plans to have it resemble an egg in a flower basket when the project is completed.
Posted inCommunity
Youth interest in agriculture reinvigorated through 4-H
UMaine Cooperative Extension 4-H is looking to tackle the steady decline of agricultural interest among youth with their Ag Ambassador program, which offers kids a chance to see what goes into farming and agriculture from all angles.
Posted inSchools and Education
Cascade Brook School holds first family night since pre-COVID 19
Cascade Brook School Principal Dr. Nichole Goodspeed shared good news with the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors on Tuesday, April 11, as the school held its first parent/family night since before COVID 19.
Posted inSchools and Education, Uncategorized
RSU 9 praises its transportation department
Regional School Unit 9 board of directors, along with Director of Transportation and Custodial Services Richard Joseph Jr., gave significant praise on Tuesday, April 11, to their staff for enduring staffing shortages, keeping expenses low and maintaining all routes for students.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, New England, News
On day 4 of CMP corridor trial, jurors hear details of project timing
A civil trial could determine the fate of the stalled New England Clean Energy Connect power line project, and Thursday’s testimony focused on tasks such as clearing trees and installing poles.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine CDC issues reminder about health threat posed by browntail moths
Mainers are urged to minimize exposure to the insect’s toxic hairs while doing yard work by covering up with a respirator and goggles and working when it’s damp.
Posted inBusiness
U.S. wholesale inflation pressures eased sharply last month
A huge drop in wholesale gasoline accounted for much of the sharp slowdown in producer prices.