Years of deferred maintenance are catching up with some small utilities, forcing them to raise rates by as much as 75%.
Water
Posted inMaine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Uncertainty around Woodstock roadside spring prompts study, community concern
A proposed hydrological study will determine the source of the decades-old roadside spring on Route 26 that could be on property that is for sale.
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Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Can an ancient practice answer life’s questions? This Mainer says so. | Column
Sandi Isgro, of Stratton, is president of the American Society of Dowsers and recently taught a beginner class on the controversial method for finding water, among other things.
Posted inMaine, News, The Bethel Citizen
A leak to blame? A spike in water use has Bethel looking for answers
The water district says on some recent days the gallons used has more than doubled, and aging infrastructure and need for long-term planning are serious factors.
Posted inMaine, News, The Franklin Journal
Wilton projects aim to curb erosion, protect Wilson Lake and Varnum Pond
Shoreline and water quality improvements will benefit Wilson Lake, Varnum Pond, and the community for years to come.
Posted inMaine, News
More Maine wells are drying up this year as drought continues
With 12% of the state in an extreme drought, more than 10 times as many wells have been reported dry so far this year than in all of 2024.
Posted inBusiness, Community, News, The Bethel Citizen
Bethel’s water, wastewater bills changed this year, so what should you expect?
Water and sewer charges are now being billed separately, which has caused some confusion among ratepayers.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Maine, News
Mainers line up for the water at these 3 roadside springs | Column
All in Oxford County, they’re the only ones regulated by the state.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, River Valley
State board denies appeal over Rumford Falls Hydro certification
‘The fish and the entire ecosystem of the Androscoggin lost, and so did a bunch of potential recreational users,’ Trout Unlimited’s Steve Heinz said of the decision.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
250 customers in North Jay under boil water order after break in line
North Jay Water District customers should boil water for at least one minute before consuming.