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Published
February 4, 2024

Maine DEP moves to fast-track recovery permits after destructive winter storms

Lawmakers hope to ease some environmental regulations so people can build more durable infrastructure and recover more quickly after January's storms.
Published
January 3, 2024

PFAS found in almost 1,000 products sold in Maine, so far

From shampoo to school supplies, dog treats to dishware, the brand names that admit to using forever chemicals are ubiquitous.
Published
January 3, 2024

Maine DEP highlights decades-old program for oil cleanup

Maine homeowners and businesses can access Department of Environmental Protection services to mitigate oil spills and systems at risk of leaking, state officials say.
Published
September 24, 2023

Commentary: Maine Clean Trucks proposal carries major economic and environmental benefits

The rule is reasonable and not one-size-fits-all; it will never rush a zero-emission vehicle into a heavy-duty job it’s not ready for.
Published
September 3, 2023

Maine forestry companies granted state funds despite environmental violations

ND Paper Inc. and T&D Wood Energy LLC, announced in December as recipients for hundreds of thousands of dollars in state grant money, have been cited multiple times over the past several years.

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Published
August 31, 2023

State environmental officials assess Litchfield fatal plane crash site for lingering environmental impacts

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is testing soil samples from the crash site to determine if additional environmental cleanup is needed.
Published
August 29, 2023

Your Land: Mare Brook work begins
Published
August 17, 2023

Large turnout in Augusta for contentious hearing on clean car and truck mandate

More than 150 people gathered for the forum to argue about whether Maine should adopt California-style electric vehicle standards.
Published
August 7, 2023

Maine sludge crisis is over – for 2 years, at least

A temporary compromise reached by lawmakers means Maine communities are once again burying sewage sludge in the state-owned landfill at Juniper Ridge near Old Town, and don't have to pay extra to haul the waste to New Brunswick, Canada.
Published
August 7, 2023

Letter to the editor: Maine must adopt stronger clean-car standards