Central Maine Power and Versant Power are making their case to state regulators, but critics say it would weaken competition in a growing wind and solar energy sector.
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New Eastport airport manager aims to bring passenger flights, cargo services to Maine’s smallest city
Peter Lehmann is moving to ramp up business at one of the state’s easternmost airstrips, which has been limited by a lack of funding and city support.
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Regulators propose $148,000 fine for erosion violations at Embden solar farm
State regulators visiting the site found sediment was flowing from the project into both a brook and the Kennebec River.
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Overnight storm could make for messy Monday commute in Maine
The snowstorm that’s coming overnight Sunday into Monday is barely a snowstorm by Maine standards, but that’s the reality of the situation this winter.
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World War II veteran from Winslow celebrates 102nd birthday
Lionel Duquette is believed to be one of the oldest veterans in Maine and among the less than 1% of World War II veterans still living.
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Bomb threat forces closure of Skowhegan Walmart Supercenter for more than an hour
Police responded Saturday night after a note was found inside a men’s restroom claiming a bomb would go off at 10 p.m., but a search of the store found no threat.
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Somerset County partnership between Sheriff’s Office, public health agency latest to tackle opioid epidemic
The new program includes an overdose “quick response” team and two community connection centers in Madison and Bingham, all with the goal of connecting Somerset County residents with resources and treatment for substance use disorders.
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Officials warn that ice is not safe on many Maine bodies of water
Warm spells and rain have left the ice on many lakes and ponds nowhere near as solid as might be expected in late January.
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In path of April solar eclipse, small-town Maine sees big tourist opportunity
Several communities in the rural and northern parts of the state, located in the path of totality, hope for an astronomical tourist boom when the eclipse becomes visible on the afternoon of April 8.
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Carmel grieves tragic loss of town manager who drowned saving young son
Kevin Howell, 51, drowned Friday when he and his 4-year-old son fell through the ice at Etna Pond. The son survived.