Shocked by Extreme Storms, a Maine Fishing Town [Stonington] Fights to Save Its Waterfront
Shocked by Extreme Storms, a Maine Fishing Town Fights to Save Its Waterfront
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/07/us/maine-stonington-fishermen-storms.html?unlocked_article_code=1.I04.3Wl1.LN9gCsfTsjy3
After two devastating storms hit Stonington in January, plans are multiplying to raise and fortify wharves, roads and buildings. But will that be enough?
Form Energy set to build world’s biggest battery in Maine
Form Energy set to build world’s biggest battery in Maine
https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/long-duration-energy-storage/form-energy-set-to-build-worlds-biggest-battery-in-maine
The long-duration storage pioneer won DOE grant money to construct a massive iron-air battery intended to help a strained pocket of the New England grid.
Wildfire smoke from Canada affecting air quality in Maine | Particle pollution is classified as 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in northern Maine and 'moderate' for the rest of the state
Wildfire smoke from Canada affecting air quality in Maine
https://www.pressherald.com/2024/08/14/wildfire-smoke-from-canada-affecting-air-quality-in-maine/?uuid=8466409a-9b13-4571-b3e0-ba097a80a2e9
Particle pollution is classified as 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in northern Maine and 'moderate' for the rest of the state
Former mill town selected to house world’s largest duration energy storage project • Maine Morning Star
https://mainemorningstar.com/2024/08/06/former-maine-mill-town-will-welcome-worlds-largest-multi-day-energy-storage-project/
Gov. Janet Mills and members of Maine’s congressional delegation announced a $147 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to develop the energy storage system at the former Lincoln paper mill
Nearly half of all Maine households are struggling to make ends meet
https://www.wabi.tv/2024/05/24/nearly-half-all-maine-households-are-struggling-make-ends-meet/
There are just under 600,000 total households in Maine. In 2022, the data found that 70,445 households were in poverty, while nearly 180,000 were considered ALICE households.
Maine State Police questioned about reports of chaotic response to Lewiston mass shooting • Maine Morning Star
Maine State Police questioned about reports of chaotic response to Lewiston mass shooting • Maine Morning Star
https://mainemorningstar.com/2024/05/24/maine-state-police-questioned-about-allegations-of-chaotic-response-to-lewiston-mass-shooting/
Members of a commission to investigate the events surrounding the Oct. 25 mass shooting in Lewiston heard from representatives of Maine State Police on Friday who answered questions about reports of disorganization surrounding the two-day manhunt.
Why Mainers Are Falling Hard for Heat Pumps | The percentage of households burning home heating oil is the highest in the country. Yet no other state is adopting climate-friendly heat pumps as fast.
Why Mainers Are Falling Hard for Heat Pumps
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/02/climate/heat-pumps-maine-electrification.html?unlocked_article_code=1.Zk0.hc0s.1h12qFKVcvPp
The percentage of households burning home heating oil is the highest in the country. Yet no other state is adopting climate-friendly heat pumps as fast.
In a Victory for Poland Spring, Maine Rejects New Groundwater Limits
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/09/climate/maine-groundwater-poland-spring-legislation.html?unlocked_article_code=1.UU0.DNtH.v9oW7YROgcmS
The bottled-water company last year tried to kill legislation aimed at protecting aquifers at a time when many are at risk nationally.
Gusts up to 70 mph will hit Maine this week
https://www.bangordailynews.com/2024/01/08/weather/maine-tuesday-wednesday-storm-strong-winds-heavy-rain/
This storm will bring sustained winds of 30 to 40 mph and gusts of 60 to 70 mph late Tuesday into Wednesday afternoon.
Donald Trump blocked from Maine presidential ballot in 2024
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-67837639
The decision increases pressure on the Supreme Court to rule on his eligibility to run for the presidency.