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Power Companies Spend Millions To Fight Maine’s Proposed Non-Profit Utility

"Residents in Maine are about to be bombarded with a multimillion-dollar public relations campaign aimed at saving the state’s two dominant electric utilities from being voted out of existence in November."

Source: Floodlight, 06/20/2023

The Seven Stages of Beach Exploitation (and Restoration)

When most people think of coastal tourist destinations, they imagine beaches lined by palm trees and exclusive resorts. But those are exactly the kind of realities that contribute to the environmental and economic decline of coastal communities and their local residents, argues a new book. Contributing Editor Jenny Weeks has our review in the new BookShelf.

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Environmental Racism: The Battle Over Long Island Brookhaven Landfill

"The area of North Bellport on Long Island sits in the shadows of a massive landfill. This predominantly Black and Latino neighborhood also has the lowest life expectancy on Long Island, as well as the second-highest rates of asthma. Environmental activists do not think this is a coincidence, and for decades they have waged a battle to shut down the Brookhaven Landfill, which they believe is making their community sick."

Source: STAT, 05/26/2023

"Maine Plans Removal Of PFAS From Sewage Sludge Used As Fertilizer"

"Utility officials in Maine and elsewhere around the country are developing first-of-their-kind plans to eliminate toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” from sewage sludge spread as fertilizer on farmland."

Source: Guardian, 05/24/2023
May 15, 2024

DEADLINE: New England First Amendment Awards

The New England First Amendment Coalition seeks nominations to award journalists whose work has promoted and defended the First Amendment and has advocated for the public's right to know about government. Nominations due May 15, 2024.

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"Goodbye, Fish And Chips? New England Haddock Imperiled By Overfishing"

"A staple seafood species caught by East Coast fishers for centuries is experiencing overfishing, and regulators have cut catch quotas by more than 80% to prevent the fish’s population from collapse. Haddock are one of the most popular Atlantic fish, and a favorite for fish and chips and other New England seafood dishes."

Source: AP, 05/17/2023
May 15, 2023

Freelance Isn't Free Day at the Hub!

The Freelancers Union's Freelancers Hub celebrates the fifth anniversary of the Freelance Isn’t Free Act with a day of events, featuring speakers who can clarify what the Act offers, review important contract basics and opportunities to connect with fellow freelancers. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. ET, in-person in Brooklyn, NY or virtual.

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