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Mills administration encounters resistance from conservationists over Sears Island offshore wind port
Maine Politics
Mills administration met with resistance over the Sears Island offshore wind project
While the governor’s office argued the site is the most feasible “in terms of location, logistics, cost, and environmental impact," conservationists remain uneasy.
Maine's Changing Climate
Early spring means an early end to black bear hibernation
Bear researchers are asking residents to secure trash and bird feeders while they study long-term climate impacts on the species.
Animals
Yearling harp seal recovering after being stranded off Cape Cod
Staff at the Marine Mammals of Maine say she's starting to become very vocal and show her personality as she works to hit recovery checkpoints.
PFAS
Maine farmers impacted by PFAS contamination can apply for aid
The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry announced Monday it is receiving applications from commercial farms.
Climate Science
Maine bears waking up way ahead of typical hibernation schedule
Bears usually begin to hibernate in November but typically start stirring sometime in April, when spring sprouts just enough plants for them to eat.
Education
Students share research findings with scientists in Portland
It's a rare opportunity for the kids to present and discuss their investigations with scientists from the Gulf of Maine Research Institute in Portland and NASA.
Environment
Cherry blossoms in DC are in full bloom earlier than usual
This is the second earliest peak bloom on record, missing the mark set in 1990 by just two days.
Health
EPA issues comprehensive asbestos ban
Asbestos is still used in some chlorine bleach, brake pads, and other products. The new rule bans chrysotile asbestos, the only kind still legally used in the U.S.
Maine Politics
Public feedback heard over offshore wind port plan for Sears Island
A new bill by Gov. Janet Mills would allow for permits to be issued by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection on land that is part of a sand dune system.
World
Lava continues to pour from volcano in Iceland
Hundreds of people have evacuated from the Blue Lagoon thermal spa, one of Iceland's top tourist attractions.
Education
Maine student researchers show their findings from the field with scientists
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute in Portland hosted professional and student scientists as part of the Findings from the Field program.
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