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Published
May 14, 2025

Falmouth gives public comment on pesticide ordinance, again

The ordinance was reintroduced after unmet requirements caused the initial ordinance, which the Town Council passed on Feb. 24, to be unenforceable.
Published
April 29, 2025

Camden lawmaker proposes increase in state fines for improper pesticide use

The bill, submitted in response to a high-profile case in 2022, would raise fines from $1,500 per violation to $25,000 — and more if the violator is shown to have benefited or committed prior violations.
Published
March 24, 2025

Falmouth to have another public hearing, vote on pesticide ordinance

Delayed by unrealized statutory requirements, if the ordinance is passed, the effective date will now be May 1.
Published
March 11, 2025

Falmouth retailers prepare for pesticide ordinance to take effect

Businesses that sell pesticides and fertilizers must indicate which products can be used in Falmouth starting April 1.
Published
March 3, 2025

Falmouth Town Council passes pesticide and fertilizer ordinance

The controversial ordinance was first introduced last spring and has undergone extensive public input and drafting. It will be in effect on April 1.

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Published
February 14, 2025

Some Falmouth residents still displeased with draft pesticide ordinance

At the public hearing, Falmouth residents largely expressed opposition to the attempt to further regulate pesticides and fertilizers in town.
Published
January 21, 2025

Brunswick pushes to curb chemical lawn treatment

After years of hearing concerns from local fishermen, Brunswick is considering a piecemeal approach to a pesticide ordinance. On March 3, the public will have a chance to voice their stance.
Published
January 21, 2025

Falmouth pesticide ordinance reintroduced with minor changes

The controversial pesticide and fertilizer ordinance saw changes based on feedback from the Town Council and community members.
Published
December 16, 2024

Falmouth pesticide ordinance sees changes, awaits minor edits

At the Falmouth Town Council meeting on Dec. 9, the town presented the changes to a controversial pesticide and fertilizer ordinance based on community feedback and delayed its approval as small changes will still be made.
Published
November 4, 2024

Falmouth considers revised draft of pesticide use

A community feedback session on Oct. 30 brought up concerns over golf courses' exemption from the restriction, as well as suggesting an exemption for crabgrass management.