Any move to consolidate could be affected by the town of Litchfield’s decision on whether or not to separate from RSU 4.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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With growth expected, Skowhegan reconsiders downtown parking requirements
A study has found Skowhegan has more than enough parking in the downtown area, but the Planning Board is considering updating its requirements for businesses to provide a certain amount of off-street parking as officials anticipate more commercial and residential development.
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Watch the former Otis Mill tower collapse in Jay
The tower that had International Paper Co. 1906 on the roof has stood for more than 100 years at the now defunct Otis Mill in Jay.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Judge orders neuropsychological testing for man accused of killing Westbrook couple
Marcel LaGrange, 25, entered an insanity plea last summer after he was charged with shooting Brittney Cockrell and Michael Hayter in front of their children.
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Good Shepherd president to join Rep. Pingree at State of the Union
Maine’s 1st District congresswoman invited Heather Paquette in part because Pingree expects President Biden to address the need to protect federal food assistance programs.
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Legislature considers limiting seizure of private land to build power lines
It’s one of several proposals being negotiated as lawmakers seek middle ground between developers of transmission lines and property owners whose land would be impacted.
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Maine compromise would exempt some industries from ban on ‘forever chemicals’
The chemicals, known as PFAS, are contained in a wide variety of industrial and consumer products.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Thomas College President Laurie Lachance announces plan to retire next year
Lachance, the fifth president of the Waterville college, announced she will retire by June 2025.
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Maine lawmakers consider bill to protect providers of abortions, gender affirming care
The proposal would make Maine a ‘safe harbor’ for health care that has been banned or restricted in other states.
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Brunswick changes public comment rules following racist Zoom remarks
After hearing concerns from the community, the Brunswick Town Council passed a resolution to deter hateful speech in public meetings.