Transmission lines over Kennebec Gorge? That may be a choke point for renewable energy advocates

A 145-mile power line that would carry hydroelectricity from Canada to Massachusetts – and carve a path through the scenic gorge – signals a bleak future for multistate projects in New England.

Former Acadia National Park director accused of accepting illegal gift

Sheridan Steele’s attorney denies that he did anything wrong by accepting a Caribbean vacation as a retirement gift from a nonprofit.

Baxter State Park, home of Mount Katahdin, gets new director

Eben Sypitkowski, a Maine native, has been serving as the park’s resource manager.

Bethel group plans to create ‘massive network of trails’

Mahoosuc Pathways wants to purchase 978 acres and build a trail network that would extend from Sunday River to Bethel.

Canoeing in Maine: Little Indian Pond highlighted by colorful scenery

The shoreline around the pond’s perimeter is a haven for brilliant bog plants and flowers.

Maine deer hunters had big year in 2017 as the herd grows

The harvest was a 15% increase over 2016.

It’s Worth the Trip: A beautiful place can now be seen by all

A trail opening at the Pownalborough Courthouse offers complete access, and so much more.

Birding: Record-setting day for bird counters

A birding team counted more than 721,000 warblers in Quebec last month.

Search the database: 2018 moose hunt lottery winners

More than 1,000 turn out for moose lottery in Skowhegan

Many attending the three-day Moose Festival say they came to support the state’s wildlife management work.