Another earthquake of a relatively minor 2.0 magnitud e was recorded overnight in approximately the same spot as Monday’s 3.8-magnitude quake off the coast of Maine, according to the United State Geological Survey.
Maine’s formal interest in developing ocean wind energy dates back to 2008, when former Gov. John Baldacci created an Ocean Energy Task Force to devise a strategy.
Mills authored the state's novel "yellow flag" law with a prominent gun rights group. She says a red flag proposal that would allow family members to petition a judge to remove a loved one's guns undermines that law.
While Wednesday's snow added to the snowfall totals this winter, the region is still lagging behind last year's totals by the end of January by about 7 inches.
A winter storm will move into New Mexico Wednesday. Snow could bring travel impacts to western and northern New Mexico through Thursday. Warmer weather continued to move into New Mexico Monday. This also came with breezy winds, especially across the southwest part of the state. Tuesday will be similar to Monday with more mild temperatures […]
Maine already has several successful risk reduction programs in place including community paramedicine programs connecting EMS with seniors to reduce hazards in the home, and wildfire risk assessments for homeowners in forested areas.
MAINE, USA — Slick road conditions across Maine have led to multiple crashes Wednesday morning. South Portland police reported a "significant" crash on Broadway at Lincoln Street. As of 8:30 a.m., Broadway was closed from Cash Corner to Lincoln Street. Police said wires were down in the roadway and drivers should avoid the area as crews respond.
Maine is not typically associated with significant seismic activity, making Monday's earthquake all the more unusual. Most earthquakes in the state are too small to feel, and large, damaging quakes are incredibly rare.
Potential snow squalls hitting parts of Maine and New Hampshire this afternoon could cause "temporary whiteout conditions" with a potential "quick" inch of snow, impeding safe travel, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
The Roman Catholic Bishop of Maine challenged the law after it was sued by dozens of adults who claimed they were abused by clergy members.
PORTLAND (WGME) --- Cold air returns to Maine on Tuesday, and snow is on the way for Wednesday. An active pattern looks to be taking shape for the end of the week and weekend as well.