GM exploring electric boats, buys 25% stake in engine maker

Privately held Pure Watercraft makes an electric outboard propulsion system powered by a lithium-ion battery.

Body of Pennsylvania man recovered from Sheepscot Pond in Palermo

Akshay Mamidela, 25, of Delaware Water Gap, apparently went onto the water Wednesday night to retrieve a paddleboard that had drifted from shore and his kayak capsized due to rough conditions, officials said.

More boating patrols planned for Fourth of July weekend

The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife effort will focus on preventing drownings and drunken boating.

Warden Service cautions safe boating over holiday weekend

State officials warn of dangers posed by not wearing life jackets.

Mt. Vernon man’s unique Thai longtail boat draws attention in Echo Lake

Rich French, who fell in love with Thailand while working in China, said it cost a total of $15,000 to commission and ship a 30-foot Thai longtail boat to central Maine.

Maine wardens patrolling for intoxicated boaters over holiday weekend

The Maine Warden Service and partner agencies will try to reduce the number of alcohol- and drug-related incidents and fatalities as boat traffic increases.

Docks quiet for now, Maine marinas make plans to stay afloat

Maine's recreational boating industry entering uncharted waters this season with new rules necessitated by the coronavirus outbreak.

Shopping (or window shopping) for a boat? These 4 boat shows have you covered

Featuring cutting-edge technology, competitions for teens, and deals on boats, Maine's boat show season has something for boaters of all ages and sorts.

Lake Auburn closing temporarily to boaters for algaecide dose

Stephen H. Brown