forest rangers

Over 250 wildfires burned across Maine in August, more than twice the average number for the month. But climate change could escalate the fire threat, and some communities are preparing for a future clouded by flames, smoke and ash.

AUGUSTA, Maine - Maine forest rangers could carry firearms and receive training under a bill lawmakers sent to Republican Gov. Paul LePage's desk. The…

AUGUSTA, Maine - Anxiety has been running high at the Maine Forest Service ever since the release of Gov. Paul LePage's state budget, which proposes the…