Recent swim advisories highlight how old infrastructure and heavy summer downpours combine to trap bacteria along the coast.
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New parking rules around Cape Elizabeth’s ‘secret beach’ spark outcry, protest
The town instituted seasonal parking restrictions on streets around Shore Road for nonresidents.
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Elevated bacteria levels close swimming areas in Raymond, Scarborough and Rockland
At least 10 beaches in Maine are under an elevated bacteria advisory.
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How to spend 24 hours in coastal York County
Visit the villages of Saco, spend an afternoon in Old Orchard Beach and venture into Kennebunkport.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
27 piping plover chicks have already hatched in Maine
Here’s how to protect this endangered species while visiting coastal beaches.
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Are about 3,000 Americans injured by beach umbrellas every year? | Fact brief
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns that windblown beach umbrellas can kill or cause serious injuries, and that proper anchors should be used to prevent incidents.
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Voters approved funding to repair York’s Cliff Walk. What’s next?
The popular seaside trail has been closed for more than 2 years because of damage caused by violent storms in early 2024. New funding could mean restoration can finally begin.
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The sun might be shining, but Maine’s waters are still dangerously cold
The state’s lakes, ponds and coastal waters are still in the 40s or low 50s.
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Could saunas become a fixture at Portland’s East End Beach?
Village Sauna is scheduled to set up at the beach next weekend as part of a ‘pilot event partnership’ with the city, the business said.