The House voted 76-66 to pass the bill Thursday, but Friday’s vote in the Senate likely means it’s dead.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Madison home destroyed in back-to-back fires over two days, official says
The initial fire at the home on River Road began due to the improper disposal of smoking material, but fire Chief Don French said it’s not clear how the second fire began a day later.
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Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Activists on both sides of abortion debate fill the halls in Maine’s State House
A proposal backed by Gov. Janet Mills to expand abortion access later in pregnancy is headed for votes next week in the House and Senate.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Central Mainers saw dirty sleeping bags in the trash, so they started washing them in their homes
Augusta-area volunteers are helping meet the needs of the homeless community, and reduce waste, through a new sleeping bag swap program.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Asylum seekers proposal for Unity under review by state as group seeks transitional housing for hundreds
The Greater Portland Council of Governments is seeking to have upward of 600 people housed on the campus of Unity Environmental University, formerly known as Unity College.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
After flag dispute, Gardiner-area school board sets August meeting to discuss policy
Maine School Administrative District 11 board of directors to discuss possible policy options at the regular business meeting Aug. 3 and invites the community for discussion.
Posted inLocal & State, News
All boaters allowed to set anchor in Winthrop waters after officials repeal long-disputed restrictions
The Town Council has lifted a policy requiring boaters to own shorefront property in order to set anchor in town waters. A new committee has one year to make recommendations on how to proceed.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine House OKs bill to hike vehicle inspection fees
The legislation would increase the fee from $12.50 to $20 in most parts of the state to pay for a modernized electronic system that police believe will reduce fraud. The bill still requires additional votes.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Eaton indicted on murder charges following Bowdoin killings
A Sagadahoc County Grand Jury indictment against Joseph Eaton reveals new clues about why police believe he had access to multiple guns, despite being a convicted felon.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime
Newport woman arrested in West Gardiner on drug trafficking charges after deputies find fentanyl, meth and cocaine
A Newport woman was arrested this week in West Gardiner on drug trafficking charges after deputies found hundreds of grams of illicit drugs while investigating a report of suspicious activity.