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For generations, fishermen have traveled to Grand Lake Stream to try their luck in the pristine waters that flow out of West Grand Lake.

Governor LePage continues to undermine the mission of the Land for Maine's Future Program, all but ensuring that which Mainers benefit will depend on where they live and how they enjoy the outdoors.

Regardless of the fact that Gov. Paul LePage withdrew his most recent controversial choice for a position on the Land for Maine’s Future board, it is clear that the governor does not support land conservation in Maine.

Members cut the allotment by more than half after questioning the appraised price, creating concerns over damage to the board's credibility.

Taking in the view at the summit of the Beech Hill Preserve in Rockport for the first time is awe-inspiring. Up until last week, the foliage was still vibrant, even during the waning days of autumn.

Gov. Paul LePage, in an Oct. 28 letter to The Forecaster, claimed there is a lack of progress at the Knight’s Pond/Blueberry Hill preservation project, and defended a local legislator against criticism he’s received in connection with that effort.

The 8,159-acre Cold Stream Forest parcel has been transferred to the state.

The governor's report shows just how much value Mainers get for their land-purchase buck.