Austin Theriault of Fort Kent enters 2nd Congressional District race, adding to the growing field of Republicans looking to challenge the three-term incumbent.
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Questions remain about who funded sale of Maine newspapers to nonprofit
The Maine Trust for Local News said more information will be released this fall about its Maine donors, but said little about an unconfirmed report last week that two prominent left-leaning philanthropists are key contributors.
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Fifty years ago, the energy crisis officially began. And it hasn’t ended.
An attack in the Mideast led to an oil embargo in the West, and Mainers learned just how precarious their energy situation could be. The repercussions remain.
Posted inLocal & State, News, The Maine Forecast
First foliage report of the season is a promising one for Maine
It’s set up to be a better year than last for leaf peepers in northern New England.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Maine lawmaker calls for scrutiny of DHHS after disclosure of 8 public guardianship deaths
Legislators want to know why they weren’t informed as required by law. A meeting with officials is planned for next month.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Kickoff to Fall Fair wraps up in Augusta
The four-day fair, which drew hundreds of people to Augusta’s Mill Park, helped usher in fall with food, rides, games and fun.
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Portland police ask for help solving case of missing girl last seen in 1971
On the 52nd anniversary of when 16-year-old Cathy Marie Moulton was reported missing, authorities are seeking the public’s help. Moulton was last seen on Forest Avenue.
Posted inLocal & State, Local Government, Morning Sentinel
Waterville City Council to move meetings to new location next month
The city is renovating a building at the corner of Front and Temple streets and leasing it monthly, with an option to buy within three years.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, Religion and Values
With limited revenue, Pittsfield Unitarian Universalist congregation to sell aging church building
The landmark Unitarian Universalist Meeting House, which has loomed over the town center for more than 100 years, needs extensive repairs the congregation cannot afford.
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Maine public meetings struggle to curb hate on Zoom
After a spate of virtual ‘bombings’ of racist and antisemitic comments, some communities are changing the rules. With free speech, it’s a fine line.