PORTLAND — A study released Tuesday finds a link between high levels of ocean water acidity and declining soft-shell clam populations in Casco Bay. The finding adds another piece to the puzzle of shellfish decline in the region, and suggests people can help limit the damage without even going near the water. Landings of soft-shell […]
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Great Diamond Island: Worth the trip, just watch where you walk
We had been warned. It should have been little surprise to us when the older woman — she never told us her name — appeared from around a corner of low bushes. She piloted the golf cart expertly, coming to a stop just a few feet ahead of us. “Can I help you gentlemen?” she asked, […]
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Inspectors target food bound for Casco Bay islands
PORTLAND (AP) — Maine and Portland health inspectors are randomly checking the temperature of food being transported by ferry to Casco Bay’s islands, after an official noticed food that was supposed to be refrigerated sitting on a city dock. Officials say there have been no reports of people getting sick. Health authorities have notified distribution […]
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L.L. Bean’s grandson dedicates Casco Bay island to conservation
YARMOUTH — Lisa and Leon Gorman have donated for conservation a Casco Bay island once used by Gorman’s grandfather, iconic Maine outdoor clothier L.L. Bean, as a favorite hunting spot. The 28-acre Lanes Island is located near the mouth of the Royal River in Yarmouth. Bean — whose now nearly 102-year-old Freeport company is one […]
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Work begins to expand Casco Bay Ferry Terminal
PORTLAND (AP) — A $3 million project to update and expand the Casco Bay Ferry Terminal is getting started. Construction started Tuesday and a groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday. The project will double the size of the waiting area to 9,000 square feet and move it closer to the busiest gates, making them visible […]