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Advocates, residents voice strong opposition to Kennebec dam relicensing
Restoring fish migration up the Kennebec River was at the center of many objections to the relicensing of four dams, voiced by residents at a public hearing on Wednesday in Augusta. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is considering the relicensing of four dams on the Kennebec River owned by Brookfield...
Mainers ask federal officials to consider sea-run fish in relicensing of Kennebec River dams
More than 2,000 Mainers signed a petition asking federal officials to think about endangered Atlantic salmon and other sea-run fish in the Kennebec River as regulators evaluate the licenses for four dams. Local residents, fishing groups and the Wabanaki Tribes have long called for the removal of the four river dams between Waterville and Skowhegan […] The post Mainers ask federal officials to consider sea-run fish in relicensing of Kennebec River dams appeared first on Maine Morning Star.
Skowhegan officer’s response to accident leads to drug, firearm seizure
SKOWHEGAN — A routine response to a traffic accident on Route 2 near the Town Line in Canaan by Skowhegan Police last week resulted in an unexpected drug and firearm seizure. Officer Benaiah Willhoite arrived at the scene to find no injuries reported, but two notable safety violations: a...
Massachusetts recreational center to return to public use after serving as temporary migrant shelter
A recreational center serving as a temporary migrant shelter in Roxbury, Massachusetts, is slated to transition back to public use next month in time for summer, according to the governor's office. The Malnea A. Cass Recreational Complex, a state-owned facility with sports courts and a pool for community members, has...
The Loneliest Road in Maine Is Also One of the Most Scenic Drives
If you're looking to get away from all the hustle and bustle of people and cars in Maine (here's looking at you, traffic-congested I-295), there's one road that will provide a quiet trip and a beautiful look at the state. Big Think (using information from GeoTab) highlighted the loneliest road...
Firefighter injured while battling blaze at Maine Woods Pellet Co.
ATHENS, Maine (WABI) - A Cornville firefighter is now recovering from injuries he suffered while fighting a fire at Maine Woods Pellet Co. on Harmony Road in Athens, according to the Morning Sentinel. According to the publication, the fire was reported around 4:30 Wednesday afternoon. Crews from at least eight...
Boys’ track team registers MVC meet victory
The Boothbay/Wiscasset Boys’ Track team scored 96 points May 14 in a narrow victory over second-place Madison, 95, in an eight-team Mountain Valley Conference meet in Readfield. The team also recorded four individual event victories. Mason Clark won the discus. Austin Trask won the 100M dash. AJ Crocker won...
Madison ‘Hannaford cat’ named Rascal has died
MADISON, Maine (WABI) - A cat that greeted customers at Hannaford in Madison for years has died. According to Rascal’s family, the cat died Saturday after being hit by a car. We first told you about Rascal last August when she had been taken by shoppers who had picked...
Letter to the Editor: Enjoy the outdoors
With the sun shining brighter and the temperatures rising, it’s time for us Western Maine folks to soak up the goodness of nature right in our backyard. We know life can get hectic, but let’s not miss out on the simple joys of getting outside and breathing in the fresh air. Whether it’s taking a stroll through our neighborhood parks, having a BBQ by the lake, or even just lounging in the backyard hammock, there’s plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors without needing a grand adventure. Let’s be real, we all need a break from our screens and the daily hustle. So, let’s grab our flip flops, maybe a bug spray, and let the outdoors work its magic on us. Trust me, even a short walk can do wonders for the soul. Let’s make the most of this beautiful weather and our beautiful surroundings here in Western Maine.
Seahawks now 7-0 with win over Carrabec
The Boothbay Region High School boys tennis team continued its undefeated regular season with a 5-0 win at home over the Carrabec Cobras (1-7) Friday, May 17. The Seahawks remain on top of the Class C South standings at 7-0, Maine Central Institute is in second place at 8-1 and Spruce Mountain is third at 6-1.
Party marks 100th birthday for history-making mother
From a business career to serving as a town treasurer, becoming a wife and a mother, to making history as the first elected selectwoman of Weld, Maine, Dorothy “Dot” Weld Reynolds Skolfield has led quite a life, but now she’s added another accomplishment to her life story – reaching the milestone of turning 100 years old.
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