Scientists agree that some species of the beloved insect appear to be in decline, most likely due to habitat loss, pesticide use, light pollution and climate change. But they lack the data to know the extent of the threat.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
A changing electric grid ramps up the work of Maine’s utility regulators
The need to connect renewable power to the grid and plan for increased electrification is expanding the Public Utilities Commission’s budget, staff and workload.
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Summer meals programs gets food to thousands of Maine kids, but barriers remain
Each summer, thousands of free meals are handed out to children across Maine, but hunger prevention advocates say more flexibility would allow more families to access the food they need.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News
Photo Album: See the vigil mourning the loss of 2 Mechanic Falls girls
Harmony West, 11, and Hope West, 6, were found murdered a week ago in an apartment alongside the body of their mother.
Posted inAndroscoggin County
Mechanic Falls remembers 2 girls who lived up to their names
Hope and Harmony West were beloved in the Elm Street School community.
Posted inMaine, News
State denies initial request of Bucksport-area owner to give up dams
What happens if the forfeit requests are accepted has never been tested.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Geriatrics workforce grant to focus on Wabanaki Nations, Maine’s rural communities
The nearly $5 million in federal funds will support tribal health centers and a program that connects medical students with rural communities.
Posted inNews, Oxford Hills
Hartford fire draws several area fire departments
A blaze at 112 Old State Route 140 in Hartford drew several area fire departments.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News
Range Pond swimmer in critical condition after near drowning Saturday
The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office said the victim of a near-drowning at Range Pond State Park in Poland is in critical condition at a local hospital.
Posted inMaine, News
Wild Blueberry Weekend a tasty celebration of Maine
The annual event at Fields Fields farm in Dresden and more than 15 other locations across Maine celebrates the state’s wild blueberry farmers, who produce more than 95% of the country’s wild blueberries.