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Science may be creating a new market for Maine’s medical marijuana
Researchers are looking at new therapeutic uses for the plant, and the state is poised to profit.
A forever farm is no match for forever chemicals
A fourth-generation farmer running an organic dairy farm in Fairfield lost his livelihood when his milk and lands tested hot for PFAS contamination. ‘It got us good.’
Off the Maine coast, decade-delayed wind power project faces uncertain future
There’s growing debate about when or if a planned test turbine, which would float near Monhegan Island, will ever hit the water.
Time has altered Maine’s offshore wind ambitions
Today’s wind power turbines are far larger than anyone imagined 15 years ago. Turbine blades could be nearly 400 feet long.
Auction raises $24K for Make-a-Wish Maine
AUBURN — The Fontaine Family Team raised over $24,000 for Make-a-Wish Maine at its 10th annual Bid for Wishes Virtual Auction, hosted on Facebook. Maine businesses and individuals donated more than 300 items. Fontaine has been fundraising for Make-a-Wish Maine since 2009, starting with the Walk for Wishes, and has raised over $140,000 since then. […]
Picker House Lofts ‘wall breaking’ signals further development of affordable apartments in Lewiston
Ceremonial kickoff for anchor project of Lewiston’s riverfront redevelopment plan has been years in the making.
Maine maple syrup production was lowest in over a decade
Weather conditions in northern parts of the state resulted in the lowest yield since 2012.
Bridgton Hospital nurse receives 2 awards
Mark, the caption we received says Lea stands “third from left.” From the ladies’ perspective, that’s true. But from the viewers’ perspective I wonder if it should read “third from right.” –Alex BRIDGTON — Lea Tilton, an Intensive Care Unit nurse at Bridgton Hospital, has received awards for her commitment to high-quality care and compassion […]
Fidium Fiber internet service available in parts of Lewiston and Auburn
About 18,000 homes and small businesses can order service; full coverage of area expected in coming weeks.