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Israel passes laws restricting work of U.N. agency that is a lifeline for Gaza

by MELANIE LIDMAN and SAMY MAGDY Associated Press October 28, 2024October 28, 2024

The laws risk collapsing the already fragile process for distributing aid in Gaza at a moment when Israel is under increased U.S. pressure to ramp up aid.

Election 2024, Maine, News, Politics

Sen. King debates Republican, Democratic challengers

by Eric Russell October 28, 2024October 29, 2024

The independent seeking his third term has run a quiet campaign so far against Republican Demi Kouzounas and Democrat David Costello, as well as independent Jason Cherry, who did not participate in Monday’s debate.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

Franklin County board to determine how to share almost $545,000 in federal funds

by Donna M. Perry October 28, 2024

The county has received 16 applications for needs from several organizations, districts and county departments for the remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds.

Maine Crime, News

Bowdoin man admits to stealing border agent’s items

by Christopher Williams October 28, 2024October 29, 2024

Items recovered include a duty pistol and badge, prosecutors say.

Bethel, Maine, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley

Oxford County arrest log: Oct. 28, 2024

October 28, 2024January 16, 2025

• Jeremy S. Andrews, 41, of 142 Carsley Road, Harrison, on a charge of failure to appear after bailed, 6:56 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, in Cumberland County, by Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office. • Tristan X. Betties, 40, of 8 Trainer Road, Old Orchard Beach, on charges of possession of a firearm when prohibited and operating […]

Androscoggin County, Maine, News, Sports, Varsity Maine

Investigators find a ‘culture of hazing’ on Lisbon High School football team

by Daniel Kool October 28, 2024October 29, 2024

The hazing has included players whipping one another with leather belts, at least once until bruising occurred, and at least one incident of a freshman student being hit headfirst into a trash can, a report found.

Franklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal

Franklin County unorganized territory preliminary budget reflects nearly a $1 million increase

by Donna M. Perry October 28, 2024October 28, 2024

The majority of the increase is because two bridges in the unorganized territory need to be replaced for a combined total of about $2 million.

Election 2024, Maine, News, Politics

Voting by mail? Postal Service says mail your ballot by Tuesday

by Rachel Ohm October 28, 2024October 28, 2024

The recommendation comes as election officials around the country have raised concerns about the Postal Service’s ability to handle a large amount of election mail this year.