Gov. LePage had vetoed the bill, saying Maine needs a stronger deterrent to the use of deer bait.
Outdoors
‘Opening day’ remains a ritual, regardless of Easter – or the weather
Many Maine anglers uphold the tradition to welcome in the spring fishing season.
Fishermen flock to Maine to cross Arctic char off their bucket list
This spring fishing season, many are dreaming of pursuing the hard-to-catch rare species.
What’s Up in April: Lyrid meteor shower graces us on Earth Day
Other highlights this month include a conjunction of Saturn and Mars.
Watch this aerial video of ice fishing on Range Pond
A half dozen ice fishermen enjoy a bluebird day on Range Pond in Poland in this video by Russ Dillingham of the Sun Journal.
March snowstorms send skiers flocking to Maine trails
Wherever there are mountains and cross-country trails catering to skiers, there’s no bemoaning those season-extending snowstorms.
Foundation that tried to buy Saddleback is still meeting in case deal crumbles
The group hopes to be in position to purchase the ski area if the Majella Group doesn’t.
Birding: A trip to the Dominican Republic yields many memorable sightings
One particular species proved difficult to spot, but there were still plenty of highlights.