The 10 Weekly Newsletter, July 1, 2022

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One of the great things ...

… about The Ten is the ability to highlight so many different, interesting stories.

The news cycle certainly has ups and downs, but it feels like the cycle got ratcheted a few clicks higher recently without coming down.

So with that, we certainly do have some great stories out of our local newsroom on the important news of the week: offshore wind and its impact on clamming, the state of abortion in Maine, and more Supreme Court action on the powers of the Clean Water Act.

But I’m going to highlight a fascinating look the impact of climate change on huge Ponderosa Pines (it feels good and deep to read about trees) and a look at the loudest ever recorded sound and trying to understand it in a modern context.

Happy 4th!

Mark Simpson, News Director

Maine Public: Maine is the 13th healthiest state for seniors in the nation, new report says

According to the nonprofit United Health Foundation, 22% of Mainers are 65 or older, but Maine is ranked as the 13th healthiest state for seniors in the nation.

NPR: This Texas district attorney is one of dozens who have vowed not to prosecute abortion

Maine Public: Mainers speak out against greenhouse gas decision

BBC Future Planet: The genetic power of ancient trees

WCAI: On Martha's Vineyard, tribal elders are working to restore land to its pre-colonial state

NPR: Dogs are sniffing out disease in animals vital to traditions of the Blackfeet tribe

WBUR: Krakatau, the loudest sound in recorded history

Maine Public: Offshore wind could reduce surf clam catch revenue by as much as 15%

Maine Public: LePage, Poliquin accused of 'deflecting' abortion questions

Maine Public: The state of abortion in Maine, in 6 charts

The 25th annual Maine International Film Festival (MIFF) is coming right up (July 8th through 17th) in Waterville at the Railroad Square Cinema and the Waterville Opera House, in Skowhegan at the Skowhegan Drive-In Theater, and online.

Throughout the ten-day festival, attendees will have the opportunity to see a unique slate of approximately 100 films, including premieres, made-in-Maine features, classic revivals, and short films from around the world.

Maine Public is a Media Sponsor of this year's festival. Maine Public Members receive a special ticket discount. Head HERE for all the details.