Patrick Whittle
The heaviest snowfall in a decade is possible as a wintry blast roils parts of the US
A disruptive winter storm brought the possibility of the 'heaviest snowfall in a decade' to some U.S. areas.
US chooses winning bids in first commercial sale for floating offshore Atlantic wind
The U.S. government awarded nearly $22 million in bids for floating offshore wind leases off New England, advancing clean energy goals.
Environmental groups decry attempt to delay shipping rules intended to save whales
The rules are designed to protect the North Atlantic right whale, which numbers less than 360 and is vulnerable to collisions with large...
Maine’s trail system makes the U.S. state an outdoor destination. $30M in improvements could come soon
Maine's beloved outdoor trail network could receive $30 million in improvements under a proposal conservationists have asked lawmakers to put before voters.
Bird flu is causing thousands of seal deaths. Scientists aren’t sure how to slow it down
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Avian influenza is killing tens of thousands of seals and sea lions in different corners of the world, disrupting...
Maine to decide on stricter electric vehicle standards
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Maine environmental regulators are set to decide whether the state will join a growing number of states adopting new...
Feds pick New England’s offshore wind development area, drawing cheers and questions alike
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The federal government on Friday designated a large area off the New England coast for offshore wind production development,...
