A tractor-trailer driver from New Hampshire lost control of the rig in snowy conditions and slid off the road, nearly rolling it over.
Local & State
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Wilton, North Jay boil-water order lifted
Residents of Wilton and North Jay were notified Tuesday afternoon that a boil-water order issued Friday was being lifted.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, New England, News, Politics
Maine’s maple syrup industry could get boost from federal legislation
Sens. Collins and King are supporting the MAPLE and SAP acts to promote U.S. maple syrup producers.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Hallowell’s PFAS problem won’t be solved by Augusta valve, official says
Residents will likely have to wait several more years to have at-home access to PFAS-free drinking water.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Phillips voters approve selling three town properties to a buyer with the best interest of the town
The Select Board was authorized to move forward with granting an easement over property next to Trecartin Park on Park Street.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Nation & World, News
Lobster regulators repeal minimum size increase after years of backlash in Maine
The vote relieves the pressure of an impending deadline to comply with the law by this summer. Now, the lobster industry must find a different solution to protect declining populations.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Record Store Day creator Chris Brown leaving Bull Moose music chain
Brown, who helped create Record Store Day and is known for his music business insights, has been with the company for 31 years.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Police kill Aroostook County man who shot deputy, killed police dog
The standoff between police and Steven Righini began Monday morning after a woman reported that he had pushed her into a wall.
Posted inLocal & State, The Maine Forecast
Another 3 to 6 inches of snow expected Thursday in Maine
The afternoon and evening commute will be impacted Thursday, and another storm approaches early Sunday.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Lawmaker and secretary of state clash over constitutional amendment on voting by noncitizens
Rep. Laurel Libby told fellow lawmakers that her proposal would boost the integrity of Maine’s elections, though opponents, including the Maine secretary of state, say it’s unnecessary and could foster anti-immigrant sentiment.