Feds declare drought a natural disaster in much of Maine, unlocking relief
Source Scout · Bangor Daily News reports: Maine news, sports, politics, election results, and obituaries The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated seven Maine counties as natural disaster areas due to the ongoing drought, unlocking relief for farmers, businesses and nonprofits throughout most of the state. The primary counties designated as natural disaster areas by the USDA last week are Cumberland, Hancock, Kennebec, Knox, Lincoln, Sagadahoc and Waldo.