A new contract, which goes into effect on July 1, will give police officers an average pay increase of 16%.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Overnight work to resume on $60 million Ticonic Bridge replacement project for Waterville-Winslow
Officials from the state Department of Transportation, city of Waterville, Cianbro, Colby College and others have been meeting to ensure the lines of communication stay open about bridge lane closures and other matters and that the public is aware that downtown businesses are open and accessible during bridge construction.
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Gov. Mills to deliver State of the State address on Jan. 30
The address follows recent challenges the state is facing, including the Lewiston mass shootings in October and a deadly wind and rainstorm last month.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Pittston clerk advances effort to recall selectman while raising concerns about signatures
Interim Town Clerk Christian Jensen urged the Pittston Select Board to seek legal counsel before ordering a special election.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Richmond man arrested after allegedly setting fire to family member’s home
The blaze allegedly set by Robert Jolly, 40, destroyed a house on Arnie Drive and killed a cat. Two people who lived at the home, and their dogs, escaped without injury.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Courthouses in Augusta, Portland reopen after bomb threats prompt evacuations
The threats came a day after Maine’s State House and several others across the country were targeted with hoax bomb threats that authorities say were sent by the same group, highlighting what legislative leaders say is a “concerning and unacceptable trend.”
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
National advocacy group blames hospital consolidation for Maine’s high health care costs
Hospitals contend other factors – such as Maine being the oldest state – are driving up costs in the state.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
PFAS found in almost 1,000 products sold in Maine, so far
From shampoo to school supplies, dog treats to dishware, the brand names that admit to using forever chemicals are ubiquitous.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine DEP highlights decades-old program for oil cleanup
Maine homeowners and businesses can access Department of Environmental Protection services to mitigate oil spills and systems at risk of leaking, state officials say.
Posted inLocal & State
Several Jay town employees to receive pay raises July 1
The agreements were approved on Dec. 11 and Dec. 27.