A study by environmental groups shows Maine had the highest amount of toxic water pollution of any New England state in 2020. Of the state’s top polluters, McCain Foods USA’s plant in Easton released the most chemicals into waterways that year while the Sappi paper mill in Skowhegan released chemicals with the highest degree of
Bath and Brunswick have both held public information sessions promoting accessory dwelling units, commonly known as "granny flats" or "mother-in-law suites," this fall, as communities around the state combat a housing shortage.