Maine Compass: Maine’s lakes feeling effects of climate change now more than ever

Cobbossee Lake sees worst algae bloom in a decade

An accumulation of algae on the water's surface turned the lake green from mid-August through the end of September. While most of it has cleared, toxic remnants still line the shore.

More Eurasian milfoil found near island on Cobbossee Lake

The recent discovery comes months after Maine legislators passed a law requiring the cleaning, draining and drying of boats to curb the spread of invasive plants.

Large areas of milfoil found in Cobbossee Lake deal latest blow in enduring battle against invasive plant

A survey team has found large infestations of Eurasian water milfoil near the Outlet Bridge in Manchester. Divers are to gauge the extent of the spread this week.

Friends of the Cobbossee Watershed welcome new executive director

$1.5 million raised to help fight invasive plants at Cobbossee Lake

The money is expected to help protect one of central Maine's largest bodies of water for up to three years.

Courtesy boat inspections on rise at Maine lakes in high-stakes battle against invasive species

Although few inspections detect invasives such as the Eurasian watermilfoil, officials are ramping up efforts because the damage to a lake's ecosystem can hinder boaters and swimmers, and reduce surrounding property values.

Kennebec County lake associations seek funding for more boat inspections to fight invasive plants

Request from the three associations totals $10,600, a $2,600 increase to last year's $8,000 appeal.

New law to help tackle invasive plants that have troubled Cobbossee Lake for nearly 5 years

State task force must submit report by Jan. 15, 2023, with policy recommendations for better controlling invasive aquatic plant species at Maine lakes.

Despite new ordinance, some Winthrop boaters can keep illegal moorings in town waters until July

The mooring ordinance, which will limit new moorings after April 7, has been controversial among local boaters and prompted sharp questions at a Monday night meeting from some people against the new rules.