A ghost forest in Wells indicates that rising ocean waters are killing trees that can’t tolerate the inundation or the salt.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Photographer Berenice Abbott embraced life in Monson, and her legacy lives on there
An exhibit in the Piscataquis County town, where the keen-eyed documentarian spent the final years of her life, includes more than 30 vintage prints on loan from a recently closed gallery planning to sell off its inventory.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Sebago Lake properties at center of shoreland zoning ordinance violations begin restoration process
Restoration plan for Buteau properties on Sebago Lake approved by Maine DEP and town of Raymond.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Judge denies emergency relief in lawsuit challenging limits on public funds for religious schools
The plaintiffs in the case have already filed a notice that they intend to appeal the order issued Thursday.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News, Uncategorized
Scottish heavy athletics competitors throw logs, stones, weights in Hallowell
Inaugural Hallowell Backyard Games features tests of strength and technique, with veterans helping newcomers.
Posted inElection 2024, Local & State, News, Politics
With November on the horizon, presidential race ramps up in Maine
The Harris campaign held canvassing events this weekend following visits from high-profile Democrats, while Republicans turned their focus to Austin Theriault’s bid to unseat Rep. Jared Golden.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Debby largely spares central Maine, as summer rain lower than record 2023
The storm clearing the area Saturday was good news for several area events and for viewing the Perseid meteor shower, expected to peak Sunday night.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State
Surprise bill for Augusta emergency room visit highlights hospital fee debate
Kelly Brignac of Waterville said she received few services and was shocked by a bill exceeding $2,000, most of which was a so-called facility fee for using a hospital.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, Maine Crime
Maine is still sending psych patients to controversial South Carolina hospital despite complaints
Justin Butterfield, 35, was committed to a state psychiatric hospital after killing his brother during a mental health crisis. His family is worried about him after he was transferred to a private hospital in South Carolina that has been likened to a prison.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Former Maine contractor pleads guilty to bilking customers
The plea comes nearly 5 years after the abrupt closure of Malcolm Stewart’s contracting business – Castle Builders in Union – in September of 2019.