The Fragile Hope for Salmon Recovery in Maine A long-term project to remove or modify dams may clear the way for endangered wild Atlantic salmon to swim freely up to the Sandy River. But it faces opposition from business and lawmakers. (Source: rss.nytimes.com)

The Fragile Hope for Salmon Recovery in Maine #damnews #dam

First sugar-free Easter on UK TV as chocolate ads are pushed past 9pm Ban on junk food adverts has cut advertising spend and prompted a debate over the policy’s impactThe UK will have its first Easter without the traditional barrage of TV ads for chocolate eggs and hot cross buns as the ban on junk food advertising makes the sweetest tradition of the year a sugar-fre… (Source: www.theguardian.com)

First sugar-free Easter on UK TV as chocolate ads are pushed past 9pm #damnews #dam

Maine is making and selling more maple syrup than ever as global demand rises Maine's maple industry is expandin amidst rising demand and production. Climate change and technology are shaping its future. John and Elaine Williams have added hundreds of taps to maple trees at Williams Family Farm in Clifton every year since first tapping two dozen or so in 2018. They’re now at… (Source: www.bangordailynews.com)

Maine is making and selling more maple syrup than ever as global demand rises #damnews #dam

Iran-backed Houthis open third front against Israel as Tehran seeks leverage ahead of talks Houthis launched ballistic and cruise missiles at Israel, which says it intercepted the strike. Analysts say Iran is pressuring the Houthis to show leverage in U.S. talks. The Iranian regime-backed Houthi movement launched two missiles at Israel on Saturday, creating a third front for the Jewish st… (Source: moxie.foxnews.com)

Iran-backed Houthis open third front against Israel as Tehran seeks leverage ahead of talks #damnews #dam

Ugandan military chief vows to back Israel against Iran in viral social media barrage Uganda's military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba claims Uganda could enter the Iran-Israel war on Israel's side, posting a series of pro-Israel statements on X this week. Uganda’s military chief has warned the African country’s armed forces could enter the Iran war on Israel’s side after issuing a … (Source: moxie.foxnews.com)

Ugandan military chief vows to back Israel against Iran in viral social media barrage #damnews #dam

Alabama man killed in motorcycle crash near Dothan #damnews #dam

ANDRITZ wins contract to supply 10 turbines for Serbia’s Vlasinske hydropower modernisation ANDRITZ has been awarded a contract to supply ten turbines for the modernization of the Vlasinske hydropower plants in Serbia. The post ANDRITZ wins contract to supply 10 turbines for Serbia’s Vlasinske hydropower modernisation appeared first on International Water Power. ANDRITZ has been awarded a… (Source: www.waterpowermagazine.com)

ANDRITZ wins contract to supply 10 turbines for Serbia’s Vlasinske hydropower modernisation #damnews #dam

Inside Gruner’s approach to next-generation hydropower Gruner looks back on 100 years of engineering expertise in the water and energy sector. The post Inside Gruner’s approach to next-generation hydropower appeared first on International Water Power. Gruner looks back on 100 years of engineering expertise in the water and energy sector.The post Inside… (Source: www.waterpowermagazine.com)

Inside Gruner’s approach to next-generation hydropower #damnews #dam

Kerala boosts hydel output amid poll season as dam levels drop to 44% KSEB data indicate that current storage across all hydel dams is sufficient to generate 1,821.7 MU of power (Source: www.thehindu.com)

Kerala boosts hydel output amid poll season as dam levels drop to 44% #damnews #dam

Vedaparai reservoir project remains a long-pending demand in Anthiyur constituency (Source: www.thehindu.com)

Vedaparai reservoir project remains a long-pending demand in Anthiyur constituency #damnews #dam

‘The start of the healing process’: the vital work to restore Britain’s peatlands A project on Dartmoor to reprofile the landscape aims to return the springy bog – and carbon store – to its natural conditionAt one of the most remote spots in southern England, Al West skilfully tilts and rotates the bucket of a small digger, like a giant mechanical hand. He lifts turf, and pats i… (Source: www.theguardian.com)

‘The start of the healing process’: the vital work to restore Britain’s peatlands #damnews #dam

Yemen’s Houthi claim responsibility for missile attack on Israel, their first since war started A military spokesman for the Houthis said they fired a barrage of ballistic missiles targeting what he described as “sensitive Israeli military sites” in southern Israel (Source: www.thehindu.com)

Yemen’s Houthi claim responsibility for missile attack on Israel, their first since war started #damnews #dam

Oregon farmers, water managers stare at a bleak summer as irrigation season begins This year's unusually warm and dry winter brought with it little snow across much of Oregon. Water managers and farmers are now figuring out whether they’ll have enough water. At 80 years old, Gary Harris is proud to call himself the oldest farmer in Jefferson County. A second-generation farmer, he… (Source: www.opb.org)

Oregon farmers, water managers stare at a bleak summer as irrigation season begins #damnews #dam

PCH, Topanga Canyon Boulevard Sets Closures Next Week Caltrans reminded motorists Friday to be aware of next week’s lane closures on Pacific Coast Highway and Topanga Canyon Boulevard in Palisades Fire emergency work zones. Starting Monday, crews on PCH may set up single-lane closures anytime between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with potential closures planned a… (Source: mynewsla.com)

PCH, Topanga Canyon Boulevard Sets Closures Next Week #damnews #dam

PCH, Topanga Canyon Boulevard Closures Slated Next Week Caltrans reminded motorists Friday to be aware of next week’s lane closures on Pacific Coast Highway and Topanga Canyon Boulevard in Palisades Fire emergency work zones. Starting Monday, crews on PCH may set up single-lane closures anytime between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with potential closures planned a… (Source: mynewsla.com)

PCH, Topanga Canyon Boulevard Closures Slated Next Week #damnews #dam

Call to save River Bhavani echoes as Mettupalayam braces for Assembly election The river, originating in the Nilgiris and flowing 216 km through four districts, has over 20 combined drinking water schemes connected to it between Pillur and Lower Bhavani (Bhavanisagar reservoir). It has almost dried up, with water stagnating in small pits between Mettupalayam town and Sirumuga… (Source: www.thehindu.com)

Call to save River Bhavani echoes as Mettupalayam braces for Assembly election #damnews #dam

NEOM scraps Trojena dam contract in broader project overhaul Webuild has confirmed that its contract for major water infrastructure works at Trojena has been terminated by the client The post NEOM scraps Trojena dam contract in broader project overhaul appeared first on International Water Power. Webuild has confirmed that its contract for major water infras… (Source: www.waterpowermagazine.com)

NEOM scraps Trojena dam contract in broader project overhaul #damnews #dam

Beavers ‘breathe new life’ into Dorset as dams built and biodiversity returns National Trust says one year after reintroduction they are enriching habitats and may be having kits this summerThey were released this time last year with fanfare, much hope and also, perhaps, a little trepidation.Twelve months on, there have been ups and downs for the first beavers to be (officia… (Source: www.theguardian.com)

Beavers ‘breathe new life’ into Dorset as dams built and biodiversity returns #damnews #dam

Opening day fishing in Maine kind of sucks. Here’s why it’s still worth it. "I’ve always said if you only fish when conditions are perfect, you’ll never learn how to catch fish in tough conditions." Opening day in Maine kind of sucks. Yes, you heard me. It just plain sucks to go out on April 1. The water is often frozen, high and cold. Good weather is rare. The odds of cat… (Source: www.bangordailynews.com)

Opening day fishing in Maine kind of sucks. Here’s why it’s still worth it. #damnews #dam

UMaine students helping nonprofit restore Atlantic salmon in northern Maine #damnews #dam

Acque SpA selects IREM for first hydroelectric turbine project Acque SpA has selected IREM SpA to supply its first hydroelectric turbine, marking the utility’s entry into small-scale renewable generation. The post Acque SpA selects IREM for first hydroelectric turbine project appeared first on International Water Power. Acque SpA has selected IREM SpA to suppl… (Source: www.waterpowermagazine.com)

Acque SpA selects IREM for first hydroelectric turbine project #damnews #dam

New poll gives Graham Platner wide lead over Janet Mills in Democratic primary This new poll gives the Sullivan oyster farmer a 27-point lead among likely primary voters over the term-limited governor. Insurgent candidate Graham Platner maintains a strong lead over Gov. Janet Mills in the Democratic U.S. Senate primary race. That’s according to a new poll from Emerson College… (Source: www.bangordailynews.com)

New poll gives Graham Platner wide lead over Janet Mills in Democratic primary #damnews #dam

New poll gives Graham Platner wide lead over Janet Mills in Democratic primary This new poll gives the Sullivan oyster farmer a 27-point lead among likely primary voters over the term-limited governor. Insurgent candidate Graham Platner maintains a strong lead over Gov. Janet Mills in the Democratic U.S. Senate primary race. That’s according to a new poll from Emerson College… (Source: www.bangordailynews.com)

New poll gives Graham Platner wide lead over Janet Mills in Democratic primary #damnews #dam

Watch: Strangers, a dog, and a moment the world chose to remember A heartwarming act of kindness in Almaty, Kazakhstan, where strangers formed a human chain to rescue a dog from a reservoir in 2016, has been immortalized in a bronze sculpture. Unveiled recently, the artwork celebrates solidarity and collective action, reigniting online discussions about humanity'… (Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

Watch: Strangers, a dog, and a moment the world chose to remember #damnews #dam

Houlton set to begin nearly $1.3M downtown sidewalk project It’s been more than 30 years since the Aroostook County historic town had new walkways. For nearly a decade, engineers, state planners and town officials have repeatedly walked, measured and calculated curbs, slopes and steps for an extensive downtown Houlton sidewalk project that will finally star… (Source: www.bangordailynews.com)

Houlton set to begin nearly $1.3M downtown sidewalk project #damnews #dam

Warren Township fire chief says they will pay for mutual aid WARREN TOWNSHIP — The Warren Township Fire Department does not have enough staff for 24-hour coverage at the station, so fire Chief Joseph Natali said the department will pay the fee for mutual aid from Champion starting in April. Earlier this month, Champion trustees approved charging a fee for mu… (Source: www.tribtoday.com)

Warren Township fire chief says they will pay for mutual aid #damnews #dam

What is mineral water and how does it naturally contain dissolved minerals? Mineral water comes from a protected underground reservoir and retains the natural minerals it has acquired from geological processes over years, decades or even centuries; in India, tap water is drawn from rivers and borewells and disinfected with residual chlorine (Source: www.thehindu.com)

What is mineral water and how does it naturally contain dissolved minerals? #damnews #dam

Chinook salmon found naturally hatching in Upper Klamath River for first time in a century The Klamath Tribes are celebrating evidence of Chinook salmon spawning in Klamath River tributary. The Klamath Tribes’ Ambodat Department documented the first naturally hatched Chinook salmon within the Upper Klamath Lake in more than a century, as observers witness promising signs of the species’ … (Source: www.opb.org)

Chinook salmon found naturally hatching in Upper Klamath River for first time in a century #damnews #dam

Data and dam safety Two recent studies highlight complementary approaches to strengthening dam safety through data,regulation, and institutional practice. The post Data and dam safety appeared first on International Water Power. Two recent studies highlight complementary approaches to strengthening dam safety through … (Source: www.waterpowermagazine.com)

Data and dam safety #damnews #dam

Melo hydropower plant overhaul completed in Finland The overhaul of turbines at the Melo hydropower plant in Nokia, Finland, has been completed, returning the facility to full operation The post Melo hydropower plant overhaul completed in Finland appeared first on International Water Power. The overhaul of turbines at the Melo hydropower plant in No… (Source: www.waterpowermagazine.com)

Melo hydropower plant overhaul completed in Finland #damnews #dam