The new policy, aimed at making land healthier for insects and the animals that depend on them, does not apply to residential or commercial properties.
Augusta
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Fitness executive Ben Midgley will launch bid for Maine governor
Midgley, a Republican, is expected to officially launch his campaign in Kennebunkport next week.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Maine rejects Justice Department’s request for all voters’ personal info, list of election officials
Secretary of State Shenna Bellows responded to the request by telling the DOJ to ‘go jump in the Gulf of Maine.’
Posted inMaine, News
MDOT commissioner will retire in August
Bruce Van Note was appointed to the position by Gov. Janet Mills in 2019.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Lyme disease and anaplasmosis cases surging in Maine
Through July 28, Lyme disease cases were tracking 20% ahead of the same time frame last year, according to the Maine CDC.
Posted inSports
Canadian athletes top the podium at Ironman 70.3 Maine in Augusta
Nova Scotia’s Dante Manchester and Quebec’s Andrée Burke claim victories.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine’s rising humidity signals shifting climate: ‘We’re living in a wetter world’
The state’s biggest cities have seen a gradual rise in temperature and dew points since the late 1940s, making the summer heat more oppressive.
Posted inMaine, News
Extreme heat, possible thunderstorms expected in Maine on Friday
Some parts of the state could experience ‘feels like’ temperatures over 100 degrees, prompting the opening of cooling centers.
Posted inMaine, News
Traffic cameras to be installed on Maine highways
Cameras are to be installed along I-295 in Falmouth, Yarmouth and Freeport. Several cameras will also be implemented along I-95 in, and north of, Augusta.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine
Fun and games pack days at Spruce Mountain Rec Program
Director Emma DiPompo leads Jay-area summer program filled with trips, crafts and creative activities for three age groups.