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Maine
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Maine Board of Environmental Protection wrestles with fees for solar, wind impacts
Fees would vary depending on how much land is impacted and whether it is high-value habitat or home to threatened or endangered species.
Maine experiencing ‘abnormally dry’ fall, heightened wildfire concerns
About 74% of the state was abnormally dry or in a moderate drought at the end of October, making it easier for wildfires to spread.
Richmond man killed in ATV crash while hunting in Dixmont
Patrick LaFlamme was killed Saturday after ATV rolled over on him, wardens say.
Maine had the nation’s highest voter turnout in 2022. Will it happen again?
Experts say there are many reasons why Maine has consistently high voter turnout, including the state’s tradition of small local government.
On opening day of deer season, central Maine hunters largely unfazed by PFAS advisory
Hunters who got off to a quick, successful start to the season Saturday morning in areas around two new “Do Not Eat” advisory areas said they avoided the affected areas and were not concerned about contamination in nearby places.
Developer chosen to turn former Augusta police station site into affordable housing
Developers Collaborative proposal to create around 100 units of affordable housing would include a mix of senior and family housing, and may include child care.
Maine to get over $37.5 million in low-income home energy assistance funds
More than 45,000 Maine households will receive assistance with energy bills and repairs through the federal program, according to Rep. Chellie Pingree’s office.
Advocates warn of abortion restrictions that could affect Maine
But the Trump campaign says Democrats are fearmongering.
Portland Jetport plans nearly $5 million in improvements
The money would fund upgrades to the passenger terminal building and parking garage, and the development of a new over-the-water flight path meant to reduce neighborhood noise complaints.