The caseload in Kennebec County courts is 67% higher than it was pre-pandemic, with 2,343 cases pending.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inLocal & State, Local Government, Morning Sentinel
Residents take aim at Waterville council for pursuing building lease
People told the City Council on Tuesday that it was fiscally irresponsible to move forward on leasing, and possibly purchasing, a building on Front Street that would hold council meetings and serve other functions.
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Jefferson man dies after car strikes tree in Boothbay
Speed is believed to be a factor in the Monday night crash, officials said.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
State lawmakers overwhelmingly support tribal bill opposed by Gov. Mills
The 100-47 House vote and 26-8 Senate vote show strong support among state lawmakers, including among some Republicans, who will be needed to overcome a possible veto from the governor.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
Maine Legislature takes first step toward adopting paid family leave program
Senators voted 22-12 to create a new program to provide paid leave to workers who need time off to care for a newborn or sick family member.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Man injured after Jeep sideswipes Amish buggy in Somerville
The incident took place Monday morning on state Route 17.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Maine’s childhood vaccination rate goes from one of nation’s lowest to one of the highest
Only medical exemptions to school-required vaccinations are permitted under the law that eliminated religious and philosophical opt-outs 2 years ago.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine Senate votes down bill to establish safe injection sites
The Senate voted 18-16 Tuesday against the measure proposed by Rep. Grayson Lookner, D-Portland, but lawmakers may consider an amendment to form a working group to study the feasibility of creating harm reduction centers.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Lawmakers begin voting on nearly a dozen abortion bills
The bills tackled Tuesday evening didn’t include Gov. Janet Mills’ proposed expansion, which would allow abortions after fetal viability if deemed necessary from a medical professional.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Maine State Police defuse homemade explosive device
The device was left in the driveway of a private residence in Woodland.