Officials and residents from communities along the corridor that runs along the Kennebec River say its use could bring significant economic benefits.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Renys store in Pittsfield moves from downtown to former Walgreens near I-95
The new store at 506 Somerset Ave. held a soft opening Saturday, with a grand opening celebration set for July 14.
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Man found dead in Lincolnville house fire
After firefighters responded to a house fire in Lincolnville on Saturday, a man in the home was found dead.
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‘People are no longer walking this earth because of me’
In an unusual series of interviews, Joseph Eaton confessed to a reporter that he killed his parents and two family friends. Those close to him say he’s long been troubled and dangerous.
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After 31 years, a homemade ship and its Freeport builder prepare to cast off
The Island Rover has attracted controversy since Harold Arndt began assembling the schooner in his backyard. The vessel’s potential launch – and a new movie – might help make it all worthwhile.
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Man killed in early morning Norridgewock crash, police say
Police said Gerald Perri was killed after his vehicle veered off the road and struck an unattended vehicle parked in a driveway.
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Submersible tragedy top of mind among audience at ‘Titanic’ musical
The composer of the musical, which is playing at the Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick, dedicated Thursday evening’s performance to the victims.
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Falmouth mother says she’s not taking down her Pride flags despite complaint
Brooke Hackett said the homeowners association told her all signs and flags are banned in her neighborhood, a rule that she says was never enforced until now.
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A federal bill would ban wind power development in key fishing area off Maine coast
Rep. Jared Golden has introduced legislation in Congress that would prevent offshore wind development in Lobster Management Area 1, which is the zone closest to the shore and stretches along the entire coast.
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Maine Senate delays abortion vote until next week
Senate Democrats and Republicans agree to hold the debate on Gov. Janet Mills’ groundbreaking bill to expand abortion access in the daylight, where the public can easily observe, sometime next week.