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Towns get new survival guide as Maine predicts spike in extreme heat
The state’s guidebook provides a framework to protect the nation’s oldest population and outdoor workers from an expected sharp rise in the number of life-threatening days with a heat index of 95 degrees or more by 2050.
In York, toll collectors are ambassadors for Maine
Paying cash on I-95? You might meet Dianne Knowles. Here’s what she sees from inside of her booth.
First summer watermelons arrive in western Maine
Watermelons have returned to grocery stores and roadside stands as residents prepare for another summer of picnics, hikes and cold slices in the heat.
5 ways to make moving easier for older Mainers
Senior housing specialist Rachel Davis shares advice for later-in-life moves.
This 1,500-mile running of the bees brings 21 million workers to Maine’s blueberry barrens
After spending the winter in Florida, millions of bees from Maya’s Apiary join the snowbirds journeying to Maine, to pollinate the state’s wild blueberry crop.
As spring blooms at Maine farmers markets, so do community connections
Shoppers said they find great produce, homemade products and community at local markets.
Maine buys second PFAS-contaminated farm
The state acquired the former Songbird Farm in Unity almost 5 years after Adam Nordell and Johanna Davis learned that their water, land, produce and blood were contaminated by forever chemicals.
On land and at sea, Maine food producers prepare for the season
Spring is, of course, planting time for crop farmers. But other kinds of Maine food producers also have their spring rituals.
Portland recycling plant to begin $36M expansion
Ecomaine says the project will increase its processing capacity by more than 66%, positioning the nonprofit to partner with more municipalities.