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Posted inMaine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Newry storm mitigation project to total more than $1.8 million
A December 2023 storm has created continued problems with roads that need to be fixed, the town code officer said.
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Posted inMaine, News, The Franklin Journal
Farmington courthouse bell tower closed for waste cleanup
The county administrator is looking for a long-term solution to keep animals and pests out of the tower and attic.
Posted inHealth, Local News, Maine, Rumford Falls Times
At age 78, Rumford woman sets the pace for cancer research fundraising
Connie Venskus will participate virtually in the 26-mile Dana Farber Jimmy Fund Walk, all within 1.5 miles of her home.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Did Maine abolish the death penalty in the 1800s? | Fact brief
The state’s laws regarding capital punishment for various crimes have changed repeatedly throughout Maine’s history.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World, News
RFK Jr.’s vaccine panel expected to recommend delaying hepatitis B shot for children
Pediatricians warn that could open the door to a comeback for a disease virtually eradicated among U.S. children.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston man sentenced to 20 years for distributing child sex abuse videos
Investigators discovered Harold Clayton III amassed over 1,800 images and 60 videos of child sexual abuse.
Posted inMaine, News
Lewiston council wants to drop controversial piece of needle exchange ordinance
A vote on the ordinance was postponed again, but a majority of councilors now oppose limiting needle exchange programs to a 1-to-1 model, matching state officials.
Posted inMaine, The Rangeley Highlander
Rangeley approves updated town plan, sign ordinance
The major points addressed in the updated Comprehensive Plan include housing, and land use and density changes in some areas.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Maine, News, Politics
The world mostly sees one side of Maine. Could this year be different? | Column
A look at how the state is portrayed by national media outlets, as they find more reasons to visit.