The likely answer is yes, experts say. Maine is still in an outbreak, but a cool, wet spring could knock down the irritating insects.
Environment
Lending support to climate action
A group of Maine philanthropists demonstrates climate leadership.
In a first for Maine, ransomware hackers hit two public wastewater plants
Experts worry as cyber criminals target smaller utilities that play crucial roles.
UK company wins contract to analyze Maine ports for offshore wind capabilities
State officials say Maine must overcome a lack of port infrastructure and the need for a skilled workforce.
Legislature produces results with work on climate change initiatives
On top of agreeing to divest from fossil fuels, lawmakers pass 10 measures that promise to reduce carbon emissions and adapt to climate impacts.
The changing face of electricity generation
How renewable power is reshaping electricity markets.
Taking the future into their own hands
Youth activists, encouraged by the passage of a pioneering mandate, are leading the state and nation toward fossil fuel divestment.
The next solar frontier
Community solar farms hold great potential benefits for Maine – if the State does more to guide the industry’s growth.
Conversations from the Pointed Firs: Poet and activist Mihku Paul
Host Peter Neill talks with poet and activist Mihku Paul about concepts of “wilderness” and her experience growing up as an indigenous native of Maine.
Wind: The overlooked wild card in climate change
Climate predictions don’t generally factor in surface winds, despite some indications they may be changing.
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