Records show maintenance and mechanical issues arose more than two years ago, and continue to this day.
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Maine technician explains why he quit his job at Lion Electric Co. after 4 months
“It was more like a science project than a validated, road-legal vehicle,” Will Doucette said of Lion Electric’s school buses.
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Waterville mayor, councilors react to manager’s resignation
City Manager Bryan Kaenrath sent an email to councilors just before midnight Thursday notifying them he is leaving his job May 1.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Meet the man helping Maine’s illegal weed growers get licenses
‘I would not smoke my clients’ stuff,’ said the Brooklyn man helping Chinese immigrants become caregivers, adding that he hopes to improve their practices.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Maine’s Lion Electric school buses have been a disaster. What’s next?
As the company experiences financial troubles, the Maine Department of Education hopes to get relief for school districts.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Why officials say electric school buses are the future
Experts say the vehicles are easier to maintain, and better for the environment and student health, officials say.
Posted inMaine
130 gather at State House to oppose second Trump term
The Augusta demonstration was part of a worldwide day of protest two days before the second inauguration of Donald Trump.
Posted inMaine
Car hits pedestrian in Fairfield, driver flees, police say
The Fairfield Police Department said Sunday it was investigating the alleged hit-and-run crash, which occurred at about 5:45 p.m. Saturday on a dark stretch of Oakland Road.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s medical marijuana would have testing mandate under new bill
The state’s medical cannabis market does not require testing for chemicals or mold. Industry groups are pushing back against the bill.
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Central Maine snowmobilers face new, snowless normal
‘Down here in Kennebec County, I’m afraid our years are probably up,’ said Ernest Rice, longtime president of the Belgrade snowmobile club.