BANGOR — Maine’s state geologist says the water content of snow in the state is higher than normal, which raises the potential for flooding in the spring. Maine Public Broadcasting Network reports geologist Robert Marvinney is monitoring the water content of the snow. A survey earlier this month said there was at least 3 to […]
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Hey, hey, hey it’s fat biking Maine-style
LEWISTON – Fat is where it’s at – and no, we are not talking about your body mass index. The boom in so-called “fat biking” has hit Maine, and riders and bike shop owners are saying if you go fat you are unlikely to go back. “Once you try it, you can’t wipe the smile […]
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White-out conditions mean retail blues around New England
BOSTON (AP) — New England is waist-deep in the white stuff and neck-deep in the red. Historic snowfalls are costing state and local governments millions in plowing and other inclement weather expenses. They’re also exacting a heavy toll on the regional economy. And that’s before yet another storm that could add a foot or more […]
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On skiing: Quebec ski trip is well worth your while
After listening to the weather wimp forecasters here in Maine, it was a welcome relief to be in Quebec City last week. As we neared the center of the old city, we could see cross country skiers enjoying the sunny day on the Plains of Abraham. There were people walking and their numbers increased as […]
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Some local towns continue to struggle with cost of snow removal
LEWISTON — Five more inches of snow fell in Turner and Bethel on Sunday night and into Monday morning. Lewiston fared slightly better — just 4.5 inches — while Eustis in Franklin County gained 7.3 inches by midday. According to the National Weather Service, Maine has a snowpack of between 20 and 30 inches to […]
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Mainers urged to watch for power lines when clearing snow
AUGUSTA — Utility officials are urging residents to be careful around power lines when clearing snow this winter. Central Maine Power Co. warns that things like ladders, roof rakes and bucket loaders that conduct electricity can become extremely dangerous when they come in contact with a power line. The company says that someone can experience […]
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Stuck truck slows traffic in Monmouth
MONMOUTH — Car crash? Fire? No — just the snow causing more problems for weary travelers. A section of Route 202 was closed on Wednesday after a truck driver got his rig stuck at around 3:15 p.m. while attempting to turn around. It took a heavy wrecker to get the tractor-trailer righted again. Police rerouted […]