East Millinocket may get 150 acres from state to use for housing

East Millinocket may get 150 acres from state to use for housing

The town of East Millinocket could own 150 additional acres at no cost if state lawmakers approve a proposed bill. A bill facing the Maine Legislature would see more than 3,300 acres of land in East Millinocket put up for sale or lease. The state acquired the land in 2011 after Katahdin Paper Company declared bankruptcy, but is now looking to sell or lease it. Through an agreement made during the purchase of the mill site, East Millinocket would…