Members of the public voiced concerns to the Maine Department of Environmental Protection on the impact of CMP’s proposed power line on the scenery and wildlife of western Maine.
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Parts of downtown Lewiston without power
Central Maine Power officials said the outrage affected a small area encompassing Ash, Park and Pine streets and surrounding areas.
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CMP power line supporters make their case to Somerset County commissioners
Advocates of the 145-mile transmission line emphasized the benefits of clean air, jobs and property taxes at the commissioners’ meeting in Skowhegan.
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Saviello predicts permit approval for CMP transmission line
The Wilton selectman and his colleagues plan to discuss at a future meeting whether their town will maintain its stand in support of the project.
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Jackman joins resistance against CMP power line project
Residents voted 78-11 to oppose the project Wednesday at a special town meeting.
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State tells CMP its application to build 145-mile power line incomplete
The Department of Environmental Protection says it cannot evaluate the project without information in four areas, a request CMP calls routine.
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CMP power line opponents plead case to Somerset County commissioners
Commissioners expect to hear from advocates for the 145-mile transmission line at their December meeting.
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KVCC celebrates new lineworker technology facility with help from Central Maine Power
The utility’s parent company helped fund the $1.39 million renovation project with a $250,000 grant.
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Many testify against, some for CMP transmission line project
Wednesday night’s public hearing at the Maine PUC was the last chance for public comment as the commission considers whether to approve the New England Clean Energy Connect project.
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Somerset County residents want commissioners to oppose CMP power line
In January commissioners supported the $1 billion, 145-mile transmission line to carry hydropower from Canada to Massachusetts.