Animals

Published
May 18, 2022

Bobcat that attacked Vermont man tests positive for rabies

An elderly man was bitten by the animal in his house after it chased a cat through an open door.
Published
February 24, 2022

Signs at Portland jetport upset some who depend on fishing for livelihoods

PETA has sponsored billboard-sized signs that urge people to stop eating fish, which some see as an affront to Maine's fishing heritage and a renowned restaurant scene that continues to struggle through the pandemic.
Published
February 23, 2022

Midcoast Humane seeks funds for big move
Published
February 20, 2022

Dixmont poultry guru has a growing gaggle of followers

Social media influencer, chicken keeper and writer Lisa Steele has published her first cookbook, all about eggs.
Published
February 3, 2022

Chesterville cat missing 7 years found in Florida

‘I wish she could talk,’ owner Denise Cilley said. Ashes was found with the help of a microchip and will soon be reunited with her owners.
Published
February 3, 2022

Animal welfare agents seize 63 cats from Wales woman – again

Most of the cats that were seized Wednesday had respiratory problems, ear and eye infections.
Published
November 7, 2021

What do we owe animals?

A spate of new books reevaluate our relationship to the natural world.
Published
October 3, 2021

Vegan Kitchen: Maine’s Right to Food referendum, yea or nay?

Mainers will vote on the referendum in November. Supporters say it takes power from corporate food interests. But opponents argue it could endanger animals and threaten food safety.
Published
September 15, 2021

Waterville animal shelter reopens after ill animals, overcrowding force closure

The Humane Society Waterville Area at 100 Webb Road is searching for a new executive director as it works to stabilize operations.
Published
August 10, 2021

Waterville animal shelter fallout continues with 4 board members quitting, another staff member departing

The latest changes involving the Humane Society Waterville Area come following treatment for animal illnesses and the departure of the shelter's executive director.