The fire marshal’s office is asking for the public’s help as it investigates three fires at the former school since November.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation / World, News, Schools & Education
USDA halts millions in funding for University of Maine System
The move temporarily pauses the system’s agricultural research and programs weeks after President Donald Trump threatened to cut funding for Maine because it allows transgender athletes to compete in sports.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, Politics
Sen. King demands answers about latest round of Veterans Affairs cuts
A plan to cut hundreds of contracted workers may include a key ‘radiation safety officer’ position and other jobs at the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine’s federal delegation could play role in Republican effort to avoid a shutdown
If Congress doesn’t pass a stopgap spending bill by midnight Friday, the federal government will shut down nonessential services.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News, River Valley
Mexico man accused of neglect goes to trial
Joyce Brackett ‘was in a lot of pain’ when paramedics found her in 2021, according to testimony Monday.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Advocates concerned but confident Maine laws will protect trans youth
As questions over sports and health care for transgender people roil Maine and the nation, advocates say Maine’s protections remain strong.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Bill seeks to give Maine legislators final approval over chief of cannabis office
State officials say the legislation unfairly singles out the Office of Cannabis Policy and undermines the executive branch, while supporters say it’s an important step in restoring trust and transparency for the industry.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine Crime, News
Bail set for Auburn man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor
Jan Barlow, 47, an art teacher at Spruce Mountain High School in Jay, was arrested Saturday.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn to review 160-unit housing proposal for Stetson Road
The project, from the same developer as the Mt. Auburn Avenue apartments, would place 50 buildings on land between Stetson and North River roads.