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After a century, Maine's Penobscot Nation gets 11,297 acres back; $32.5M effort targets 30,000+

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: USA
Published: September 19, 2026 at 13:35

๐Ÿ“ Summary

Maine forest land returns to Penobscot Nation in September 2026. This marks the first phase of restoring over thirty thousand acres of homeland. The project began in 2023 with a fundraising goal of thirty-two point five million dollars. Currently, twenty point seven million dollars has been raised for the ongoing effort. Ownership grants the Penobscot Nation greater authority over land management and conservation.

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