Durham rancher says he’s concerned about the source of the bacteria and what the state is going to do moving forward.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Solar and wind developers must pay extra to build on farmland. The question is, how much?
As demand grows for solar projects, the Legislature directed that rules be drawn up to govern compensation paid by solar developers to boost farmland conservation.
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Posted inCommunity
State offers tips for best outdoor adventure experiences
Packing wisely is essential to making the most of your adventure.
Posted inCommunity
Maine Open Farm Day set for July 28
This annual event is an opportunity for families, educators, and anyone curious about agriculture to connect with farmers and explore Maine’s vitally important agricultural community.
Posted inLocal & State, News
In Camden, a story of wealthy neighbors, ocean views and over $1.7 million in fines
An unusual case in Midcoast Maine, which involves feuding landowners and a town-owned beach, is still unfolding. It all started with a pesticide.
Posted inLocal & State
Casco Bay island park honoring North Pole explorer closed for season due to storm damage
Back-to-back storms in January washed away the only pier at Eagle Island, where Adm. Robert Peary built a summer home.
Posted inNews
Jay board approves matching grant for firefighter equipment; authorizes more repairs to firetruck
The 2006 Engine 6 is being refurbished by Greenwood Emergency Vehicle service in Brunswick.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
There’s no offseason for Maine farmers as they strive to survive the winter months
In a challenging landscape for the mostly family-run operations, many use the winter months to enhance their survival, finding ways to boost production or diversifying what they offer.
Posted inAmy Calder, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Reporting Aside: Many became equine experts following column on horse in Waterville
An innocuous recent column on lessons to be learned from the Amish way of life, which ran along with a photo of a horse munching on hay at Home Depot, generated a flurry of opinions from readers on the condition of the horse, Amy Calder writes.
Posted inLocal & State
Cost of helping farmers manage PFAS is rising, now at $81 million
A five-year plan to help farmers includes $37 million for direct financial support, $25 million to buy contaminated farms, $11 million for agricultural research, and $7 million on medical testing and monitoring.