Increased numbers of sturgeon are appearing in the cold streams of Maine, the lakes of Michigan and Wisconsin, and the coffee-colored waters of Florida’s Suwannee River.
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North Carolina company buys Biddeford rope maker
The operations of Sterling Rope Co. – which manufactures ropes for technical climbing, search and rescue, and industrial safety – will not be affected by the sale, new owners say.
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Vegetables packaged at Biddeford plant are recalled because of Listeria concerns
The owner of the food-processing plant said the fresh vegetable products are sold under brands including Trader Joe’s and Green Giant Fresh.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Lifeguard shortage makes summer staffing a challenge on southern Maine beaches
The state and several towns have increased starting pay to try to recruit more lifeguards for public beaches.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State, News
Crowning the ‘Queen of Biddeford’ at Franco-American festival
On the second day of the annual celebration of the city’s cultural heritage, 92-year-old Yvonne Gallucci is named the Miss La Kermesse Mémère.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
A fish-crazed Mainer points us toward some of the best spots to land stripers
Our list of 12 go-to spots comes from Mike Giroux, who has chased the fish for almost a quarter-century – and caught plenty.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Supporting school nutrition is an investment in our future
Public policies and private initiatives are aimed at making it easier for students to get dependable meals.
Posted inLocal & State, News
DHHS opens temporary Biddeford office
The department closed its permanent office in Biddeford because of the condition of the building.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Biddeford awarded $7.5 million FAA grant for airport upgrades
The grant will be used to pay for improvements to the runway, taxiway and tarmac at the municipal airport.
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UNE researchers harvest kelp from farm in Saco Bay
The goal is to grow the algae on a large scale in the open ocean as a source of biofuel.