Press Releases

Congresswoman Chellie Pingree released the following statement today on the death of Maine conservation leader Bill Townsend.

“Maine has a proud legacy of standing up for the conservation and restoration of our spectacular natural resources. Bill Townsend represents the most effective and passionate of these advocates.  His passionate leadership for Maine’s rivers and environment has left an indelible mark throughout the state, both in the organizations he helped lead and the causes he advocated for.  I truly appreciate and admire his contributions to our great state.”