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A 10 Year Plan for the Maine Woods

The recent Plum Creek development proposal is just a small piece of what could happen for major development across the Maine Woods.  We need a strong plan for the protection of Maine’s Forests.  The Land Use Regulation Commission (LURC) is in the process of updating its 1997 Comprehensive Land Use Plan.  This plan will guide the management of 10.5 million acres of unorganized forestlands for the next 10 years.  Find out more

 

Public Meeting Announced for Schoodic Peninnsula

On Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m., a public meeting will be held in the Winter Harbor gymnasium to discuss the Modena group’s proposal to build a large resort on its 3,200 acres of heavily wooded property adjacent to Schoodic Point.  Considered the single biggest threat to Acadia National Park by Park officials, the development threatens the unique character and traditions of the communities of eastern Hancock County, the area’s ecological and scenic integrity, and the experience of visitors to Acadia’s spectacular Schoodic Point.  Learn mor

 

Thank You Maine Grind

Thank you to the Maine Grind in downtown Ellsworth for hosting the Downeast group's book club meetings and events this winter.  We appreciate your generosity!

 

 

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