The $5,000 grant is from the new state Firefighter Safety Equipment Fund.
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Portland police, FBI announce $10,000 reward for Boston man missing since 2006
Miguel Oliveras has been missing for 18 years and was last seen at a club on Riverside Street.
Looming deficit divides Androscoggin County commissioners on new cruisers
On a party-line vote, Republicans urged limiting spending to pay down the shortfall, while Democrats supported buying five cruisers for the Sheriff’s Department.
Angus King presses Tulsi Gabbard on leak of military attack plans
Sen. Susan Collins, who was ill and did not attend the hearing where senators grilled Trump’s director of national intelligence, said she also is seeking answers about why and how the breach occurred.
New restaurant set to open in Auburn Mall
The restaurant will serve certified Halal products featuring his Philly Cheesesteak and a Salaam-bomb (Boston Steak Bomb).
Ocean State Job Lot to purchase Auburn Big Lots
Big Lots is liquidating its inventory and stores as part of its bankruptcy process.
Customers line up early for opening of new bakery in Greene
Owner Rachel Bushey said it’s all she can do to keep products on the shelves.
Starting in April, utilities can cut off power to Mainers with unpaid bills
State law prohibits Central Maine Power Co. and Versant Power from pulling the plug on delinquent customers from Nov. 15 to April 15. Consumer advocates and utilities are urging people to reach out.