Rate of reproduction is too low to maintain a stable population.
NEWS
Nature Conservancy Conducting Controlled Burns
Five units – 65 acres in all – will be carefully burned in second year of program to restore the globally rare Ossipee Pine Barrens.
State Favors Herbicide Treatment for Danforth Pond Milfoil
DES specialist says the use of 2,4-D could cripple the invasive weed for 3-5 years, making it easier to manage with non-chemical methods in the future.
Mistrial Declared in Fitzpatrick Murder Case
Middlesex District Attorney says prosecutors will prepare for a second trial in the case of former lake resident Sean Fitzpatrick.
Maine Fatality Spurs Debate on Performance Boats
State considers restricions on high-performance boats in wake of fatal crash similar to June tragedy on Lake Winnipesaukee.