Word on the Street: Floating patios get beautified as downtown Augusta efforts ramp up

Making ‘a little oasis and a very inviting space’ has been the aim with sidewalk floating patios, according to the Augusta Downtown Alliance director.

Photos: Caesar the camel visits Clinton library

Maine lobster industry willing to do its part to help conserve right whales, but to an extent

The lobster industry is prepared to do its part to conserve the whales, but a near complete risk reduction would require a total overhaul of the fishery, said Patrice McCarron, executive director of the Maine Lobstermen’s Association.

Word on the Street: What’s the scoop in Hallowell?

The Local Scoop just opened this year, but they already have made their mark downtown.

Lack of late-winter snow and dry spring raises concerns about another drought in New England

In Maine, the number of forest fires is ahead of last year, with 163 fires having destroyed 122 acres, said Jim Britt, spokesperson for the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.

Maine proposal promises jobs, education for veterans

Lawmakers are considering a proposal designed to make sure veterans in the state have access to more jobs and educational resources.

Maine to increase amount of moose hunting permits this season to 3,480

Biologists: More moose hunting will reduce ticks, help herd.

Cod fishing season to reopen in Gulf of Maine while regulators consider industry’s future

Cod fishing was once the backbone of the New England economy, but the fishery collapsed after years of overfishing and is vulnerable to environmental changes.

Proposal would create a new state-recognized tribe in Maine

A bill that would grant state recognition for a second band of Maliseets is running into opposition from leaders of other tribes, who say a lack of a formal standard for tribal recognition is a recipe for trouble

Maine families celebrate School Choice Week virtually this year

Maine families will be raising awareness about these choices at their virtual celebrations, which make up some of the more than 33,000 planned nationwide to spotlight K-12 education options.