Less ice is covering North American lakes, raising specter of long-term problems

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Published
March 4, 2022

Less ice is covering North American lakes, raising specter of long-term problems

The changes are forcing communities, including in Maine, to adapt and curtail some winter activities while also raising the risk of environmental and health issues.
Published
January 29, 2022

Stop invasive species from infesting Maine lakes, advocates urge lawmakers

A legislative committee is weighing how best to beef up the battle against plants and animals that don't belong in Maine.
Published
January 18, 2022

Conservation groups seek new rules to protect Maine lakes from invasive species

Maine's thousands of pristine lakes and ponds have largely avoided widespread infestations, but the state's luck could run out without more protections, advocates say.
Published
June 14, 2021

Monmouth land to be protected from development

Conservation easement to protect a 273-acre parcel that includes forest, wetlands, open fields and 3,670 feet of shorefront on Annabessacook Lake from most types of development.
Published
March 2, 2021

To protect loons, lawmakers may allow restrictions on boat races in Maine

Wildlife advocates urge the Legislature to give state regulators power to curb racing near loons.
Published
December 10, 2020

Survey identifies 237 sites where pollution affected water quality of Belgrade-area Great Pond

7 Lakes Alliance and the Belgrade Lakes Association updated the Great Pond watershed community about efforts to improve water quality in Great Pond.
Published
November 29, 2020

Watershed project moves ahead at Unity Pond

Groups looking to address algae problems at Unity Pond, also known as Lake Winnecook, have secured a grant to conduct a study and hire a manager for a project that could eventually cost millions of dollars.