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Published
March 5, 2025

Scarborough’s new Community Services director brings passion, experience

Nick Cliche developed a passion for municipal recreation over his 18-year career in Portland's Parks and Rec Department before making the move to Scarborough.
Published
December 9, 2024

Portland Gear Hub raises funds to buy its building

After raising $1.56 million over two years, the nonprofit bicycle and outdoor gear organization secured its location on Washington Avenue, allowing for an expansion of programs and continued accessibility.
Published
October 31, 2024

Trail projects in Skowhegan underway as part of master plan

Somerset Woods Trustees, a nonprofit land trust, is working on projects at two local preserves, while other groups are planning more projects to develop a local trail network.
Published
September 25, 2024

Maine names new director of outdoor recreation

Jeff McCabe, a former Democratic majority leader in the Maine House, succeeds Carolann Ouellette, who has returned to a previous role as Maine's director of tourism.
Published
September 11, 2024

Oakland may impose restrictions on living in RVs, campers

Town councilors discussed proposed regulations Wednesday night for living long term in such vehicles, but said they were not ready to vote on an ordinance.

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Published
August 10, 2024

Scottish heavy athletics competitors throw logs, stones, weights in central Maine

Inaugural Hallowell Backyard Games features tests of strength and technique, with veterans helping newcomers.
Published
July 16, 2024

Online booking alerts now offered for busy Acadia National Park

The email alerts from recreation.gov let travelers know when preferred camp sites and vehicle reservations are available.
Published
July 5, 2024

Oosoola Park in Norridgewock gets new dock, self-service boat rentals

The new facilities, installed at the end of June, are part of Norridgewock's ongoing efforts to promote outdoor recreation, Town Manager Richard LaBelle said.
Published
May 22, 2024

Advocates at Augusta hearing urge federal officials to order removal of dams on the Kennebec River

A Federal Energy Regulatory Commission report recommends relicensing four dams between Waterville and Skowhegan, over the objections of residents who say the dams are killing fish and harming the environment.
Published
May 1, 2024

A busy spring of improvements is planned for Skowhegan area’s Lake George Regional Park

Plans for the park on the Skowhegan-Canaan line include building a road with parking on the west side of the park, turning a former social hall into an event venue and outdoor recreation base camp and renovating five aging cabins on the lake.