The petition called on the Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority to take action on the compromised safety of private wells following a disastrous toxic foam spill in August.
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Posted inMaine, News
Gray Water District lifts boil water order
The town is advising water residents to flush all water lines and faucets in their homes and discard food, beverages and ice made during the boil order.
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Posted inMaine, News, Times Record
Toxic foam spreads to pond in wake of Brunswick chemical spill
Foam has been building up in ponds and billowing through the air near Brunswick Landing since 1,600 gallons of fire-suppressing chemical was accidentally released Monday.
Posted inTimes Record
#LoveMaineWaters: Coalition urges boaters to prevent marine debris
The Maine Marine Trades Association has partnered with Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association, Maine Island Trail Association and Friends of Casco Bay to bring awareness to boaters about keeping Maine waters free of debris. MMTA Director Stacey Keefer is a paddler and sailor and often cleans up marine debris and trash in her travels. Her efforts […]
Posted inMaine, News
Volume of Maine’s storm and sewage overflows more than doubled in 2023
Heavy rains coming in back-to-back storms, sometimes when the ground was frozen, contributed to high levels of untreated storm and sewer water being washed in Maine’s rivers and bays last year, resulting in shellfish bed and beach closures.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Twin Cities’ wastewater plan making a splash
The Lewiston-Auburn Water Pollution Control Authority has determined the site of a large holding tank that will collect sewage and stormwater overflow during heavy rainfall to help prevent it from going into the Androscoggin River.
Posted inTimes Record
Brunswick approves $125,000 for Maquoit Bay pollution study
Brunswick officials said the study will help determine how the town will use 283 acres around Maquoit Bay that the council purchased to save from development.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Willard Beach contamination must be put in context
The city of South Portland is diligently following protocols and investigating new means of preserving water quality.
Posted inTimes Record
Wiscasset mobile home park gets a new well after seven months of ongoing water issues
Contractors began drilling a new well at Whippoorwill Hill Park on Thursday after the state pressured the property management company into resolving ongoing water shortages.
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Maine Gardener: Try live staking to prevent runoff from harming lakes, ponds and streams
If you own waterfront property, consider creating a buffer zone. It’ll help curb pollution.