The Livermore Select Board approved the purchase of a new-used fire truck during a special meeting Aug. 27, replacing an aging vehicle that had been deemed unsafe and in need of significant repairs.
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Posted inElection 2024, Health, Maine, Politics
Pingree campaigns for Harris by contrasting her health care plans with Trump’s
The 1st District Democrat says a second Trump presidency would result in cuts to Medicare and Medicaid, more attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and a potential national abortion ban.
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Posted inAndroscoggin County
Low dose of chlorine to be added to Sabattus water
The same notice was put out in July after the coliform bacteria was first detected.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Mac’s Downeast Seafood purchases former Giffords ice cream location in Auburn
Online post says they will move next door as soon as renovations are complete.
Posted inBusiness, Election 2024, Nation / World, Politics
DEA decision on major marijuana policy shift won’t come until after November election
While it’s still technically possible a decision could precede the end of President Biden’s term, it looks far more likely to spotlight Kamala Harris and Donald Trump’s positions on marijuana.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Nation / World, News
Restaurants around the world are catering to a growing number of solo diners
In the U.S., solo dining reservations have risen 29% over the last 2 years, according to OpenTable, the restaurant reservation site.
Posted inNation / World, News
Could mass protests in Israel persuade Netanyahu to agree to a cease-fire deal?
Many Israelis blame the prime minister for the mounting number of dead hostages and are calling for a cease-fire agreement to free the remaining captives.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime
Lewiston police charge man with drug trafficking during traffic stop
Devin Charest, 33, was arrested Monday morning when local police conducted a bail search at a traffic stop on Blake Street.
Posted inMaine
Update: Winthrop residents help Royal Street fire victim with recovery
The fire burned through the roof of the Cape-style home and the attached garage, causing severe damage to the house and destroying belongings inside.