Madison has scaled back its no-exception wash-before-you-launch anti-milfoil rule to ease the burden on kayakers and canoeists, while officials hope the new distinction will not leave motor boaters all wet.
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Public Forum Will Focus On Protecting Wetlands
The Green Mountain Conservation Group will host a Wetlands Forum on August 30th from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Runnells Hall in Chocorua to provide information for the public on wetlands protection.
Ossipee Green-Lights Additional Milfoil Removal
Ossipee’s selectmen this week approved a new round of milfoil removal in Phillips Brook and the area where it enters Leavitt Bay.
Nolin Wants To Keep Job Despite Lynch Opposition
State Environmental Services Commissioner Michael Nolin says he is passionate about his job and can continue working well with Gov. John Lynch, even though Lynch has nominated someone to replace him.
Beach at Long Sands Busy Again
While talk of putting a town beach on Ossipee Lake has died down, complaints about the way boaters use the beach at Long Sands continue.