North Cairn

North Cairn

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Latest Articles by North Cairn


June 15, 2013

In quest for security, many sense Big Brother

Mainers worry that a true sense of privacy could become a casualty in a world that's increasingly intrusive.


May 27, 2013

Tighter mining regulations for Maine get preliminary OK

A legislative committee wants environmental protections that the industry deems excessive.


May 26, 2013

Residents hope tide has turned and plan will save Camp Ellis

Public comment will be taken through Tuesday on the Army Corps' proposal to construct a spur.


May 18, 2013

Bird-banding science takes off

While a delight for children to observe, the practice can shed light on important issues such as climate change.


May 15, 2013

Lobster promotion fees debated at State House

Augusta may allocate another $1 million for the ad effort.


May 13, 2013

Maine legislators turn down a ban on tar sands

Committee members instead endorse a bill that would require more study of issues related to the fuel.


May 11, 2013

Maine scientists envision changing forests

A warming climate makes the state's trees vulnerable to pests and other stresses that could imperil its 30,000 forestry-related jobs, experts say.


May 6, 2013

Sides clash on tar sands oil moratorium

Environmental groups want time to study the risks, but the industry says the bill’s effects would be harmful.


April 30, 2013

Maine fishermen resist eel harvest quotas

They tell a commission that eels are flourishing in state waters and changes aren't needed.


April 30, 2013

Regulators to hear comments today on eel management plan

Proposed changes include increased monitoring and methods to improve habitat.

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