A new rule could limit the minimum size of lobsters that can be legally harvested. Fishermen say the specifics would mean crossing 1-pound lobsters off the menu.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Gun debate returns to Augusta amid rise in mass shootings nationwide
Lawmakers will continue to hear more gun rights and gun control bills in the coming days, and behind-the-scenes discussions are just beginning on a proposal aimed at keeping firearms out of the hands of people who are prohibited from having them.
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Partially collapsed porch at Augusta apartment building displaces 10 residents
The porch of the triple-decker building at 15 Washington St. partially collapsed due to “severe deterioration,” according to officials.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
UMA staff raised concerns over transparency in search for senior administrator
Assertions from unnamed employees about a newly hired dean of students highlight a lack of policy about reviewing negative information for finalists.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Officials warn of high fire danger after acre of Somerville land burns
Officials at the scene on Marus Lane in Somerville did not know how the fire started, but the fire danger level is high with the high wind speed.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Waterville council expected to name new city manager
The special meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. at The Elm at 21 College Ave., with the city manager position the only item on the agenda.
Posted inLocal & State, News, The Maine Forecast
Spring is finally here, with plenty of sun, warmer temps this week
The gloom and doom from last week is in the rearview mirror as we head deeper into May. Look for plenty of sunshine this week and warmer temperatures. First, we must start the work week out with breezy conditions behind a dry cold front moving through Monday. The wind will gust to more than 30 […]
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Lawsuit: Visiting writer fought Camden shelter to get her dog back, now claims damages
After her bloodhound got loose in Lincolnville last year, Eva Morris of Arkansas says the PAWS shelter staff refused to release her purebred bloodhound to her even after she proved ownership.
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Maine lawmaker calls for sweeping review of state constitution
Democratic Sen. Craig Hickman wants to create a 13-member, bipartisan commission to study and recommend changes to state government.
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Maine rivers face increasing flood threat, research shows
The Northeast is seeing some of the biggest changes in rainfall quantity and intensity, according to the National Climate Assessment.