Maine Island Turbines Noisy

From seacoastonline.com

Maine island wind turbines create noise problems
1/26/2010 January 25, 2010 2:00 AM
VINALHAVEN, Maine (AP) — A wind power project dedicated two months ago on Maine's Vinalhaven island is creating plenty of power, but it's also creating problems for neighbors who say the turbines are noisy and disruptive.

When the island's three turbines were turned on in November, they were touted as a way to generate electricity at lower rates for residents on Vinalhaven and nearby North Haven.

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In the wake of the complaints, the developer is taking steps to lessen the affect on residents.