By John Richardson, Portland Press Herald Writer Portland Press Herald news story AUGUSTA — Plans to expand Baxter State Park set off an emotional clash over the use of Maine’s North Woods during a legislative hearing Monday. Virtually every speaker supported the idea of conserving 6,015 acres around Katahdin Lake. But they argued over access Read More
Baxter State Park
Critics May Derail Katahdin Lake Deal
Portland Press Herald editorial A proposed land swap that would add 6,000 acres around Katahdin Lake to Baxter State Park is one of those rare “win-win” deals that actually does benefit all involved. Unfortunately, a group of misguided hunters and snowmobilers are trying to turn a vote on the proposal into a referendum on a Read More
