Portland is set to see its biggest cruise ship ever this month. And carbon footprint-wise (and counterintuitively) bigger may be better.
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As drought takes toll on trout and salmon, state urges anglers: Go easy on the fish
The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife recommends steps to reduce harm to the fish as stream levels drop and water temperatures rise.
Overly tempted at farmers market? Here’s how to use it all.
You can handle the bounty, in ways ranging from hearty breakfasts to canning.
As the drought continues, farmers face meager second cutting of hay
One wonders if this is ‘the new normal.’
This streetwear takes on throw-away culture
Jared DeSimio of Brunswick sells his garments at Portland Trading Co.
New nonprofit urges Mainers to plant wild native seeds
The 2-year-old Wild Seed Project says native animals depend on native plants.
Your clothing and the Earth will thank you for cool laundry habits
Forget hot-water washing and embrace hanging clothes to dry to reduce energy use and save money.
Grow: A native plant container
It’s easy to create with plenty of plant options to choose from.
Winthrop native helps low-income families shop at farmers markets
Emilie Knight runs SNAP at the Maine Federation of Farmers Markets.
Minimum size for keeping caught lobster may change south of Cape Cod
That’s one option for regulators trying to preserve the species as its population dwindles in the warming ocean waters.