The facility’s discharges have contaminated a river and other waterways and sickened people and animals, the group says, but the state says it’s not violating any release limits.
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Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Critics in Maine decry Trump administration plan to ease rules for auto emissions and efficiency
Maine is one of a dozen states that have adopted California’s tougher vehicle emissions standards, which could be eliminated under an EPA proposal announced Thursday.
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Historic Biddeford mill to install state’s largest privately owned solar array
The Pepperell Mill Campus plans to announce details of the project Friday.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Greenhouse gas emissions fight could end up at Supreme Court
The EPA is expected to announce a rollback of national fuel economy standards and the ability of California to set its own air pollution limits.
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Bates professor tells story of Malaga Island, including its dark chapter of forced exodus
‘Re:past’ marries art, history and food with a one-day performance that pays tribute to the island’s early settlers.
Posted inSea Change, Source
Air travel the ‘fastest and cheapest way to fry the planet’
Before you step onto that plane, consider its environmental costs.
Posted inMeet, Source
Nicole DeBarber’s illustrations personalize map of Maine farmers’ markets
The Steuben artist’s showcase of 20 Maine farmers markets will be displayed in Machias starting in late August.
Posted inHomegrown, Source
Homegrown: Colorfully painted home accents
Yarmouth designer Alison Bramhall says bright hues are an instant mood booster.
Posted inGreen plate special, Source
With surfeit of sunflower seeds, farmer struck local oil
An Aroostook County farmer is pressing sunflower seed oil.
Posted inMaine Gardener, Source
Our garden columnist evaluates his garden midseason
Shrubs gave a great show. The French Alouette Imperial Larkspur? Not so much.