Displeasure with solar projects at Interstate 95 interchanges prompts Augusta officials to seek additional regulations

City officials acknowledge the city's solar development rules don't apply to the state's under-construction solar farms, but say the highly visible projects have prompted many residents to have reservations about allowing too much solar development in Augusta.

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Two Augusta eateries to be wrapped into one

The owners of Wrapped Up have closed their sandwich shop near the Maine State House and plan to serve breakfast and lunch on Water Street after completing renovations to the Wrapped Up Coffee House in December.

Target to open Nov. 6 in Auburn

The retailer spent about $9.6 million to renovate the former Kmart store on Center Street.

Proposal to open Chipotle Mexican Grill in Waterville follows closure in Augusta

The Augusta Chipotle closed in July after workers sought to form a union, and company officials said they were unable to adequately staff the restaurant.

Contractor who bilked dozens of central Maine homeowners, many elderly, sentenced to 3 years in prison

Tony J. Glidden, 34, continued to take deposits from homeowners after he was arrested on theft charges, providing them with excuses, but no work, while stealing more than $130,000 from two dozen clients.

Why some places haven’t given up their mask mandates

The few cafes, stores and venues in Portland that still require masks say it's to protect their staff and put concerned customers at ease.

Auburn Police say speed was a factor in the car crash at the Burger King drive-thru

"We looked up and we see this car flying through the air and coming right at us," said Gary Girard, whose car was struck at the drive-thru.

Plans for Augusta bagel shop in former mill building draw praise for community focus

Sand Hill Bagel Co. developers hope the shop, which is slated to open next spring in the last remaining building of the former mill, will become one with the neighborhood and city park.

Bolster’s Decorating in South Paris closing for good after 46 years in business

The building has been a fixture in town since 1852.