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March 18, 2013

Panel delays decision on surcharges for Maine lobster licenses

State and lobster industry officials have said the surcharges are sorely needed to boost marketing of lobsters.
Published
March 9, 2013

Changing ecosystem concerns fishermen

They’re not alone: As Gulf of Maine waters become warmer and more acidic, scientists too worry about the implications for the region’s fisheries.
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February 21, 2013

Four Maine environmental groups win EPA grants

The grants will fund projects designed to contribute to increasing the environmental knowledge and skills of students, teachers and families in the state.
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February 17, 2013

State board may relax pesticide notification

But the proposal is raising concerns among organic farmers and environmental groups.
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February 14, 2013

Reports focus on economic potential of North Woods park

Two studies to be released today attempt to clarify the potential economic impact that a national park and recreation area could have on Piscataquis and Penobscot counties.
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February 12, 2013

Cold, snow, rain test wildlife in winter

If you’re a white-footed mouse, 2 feet of snow might be a welcome forecast, but if you’re a black-capped chickadee or a white-tailed deer, it’s bad, bad news.
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February 8, 2013

Striped bass seem down for the count in Maine

Overfishing and climate change may be among the reasons for the decline of the once healthy species.
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February 7, 2013

Coalition promotes Maine quality-of-life legislation

The initiative is designed to enhance the qualities for which Maine is known and support the economic and environmental health of the state.
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January 24, 2013

BPA ban approved for Maine food packages

A state board votes to bar the chemical from baby products’ containers. The Legislature has the final say.
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January 23, 2013

Environmentalists call for Portland to go tar sands-free

Mayor Michael Brennan joins environmentalists to support a proposed prohibition of the use of oil from tar sands in city buildings, vehicles and equipment.