Maine’s senior senator hails Romney’s intelligence, imagination and integrity.
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Heather Sanborn, former Portland lawmaker, tapped to be Maine’s next public advocate
Gov. Janet Mills says Sanborn, a small-business owner and lawyer, understands the challenges ratepayers face as the cost of electricity rises.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Search continues for gunman who killed UnitedHeathcare CEO
The reason for the killing remains unknown, but New York City police say evidence firmly points to it being a targeted attack.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Hallowell officials directed to come up with final round of cuts
The city’s Finance Committee has asked City Manager Gary Lamb to work with department heads to find an additional 7% to 10% in spending to freeze in the current municipal budget in an effort to limit increases to property taxes.
Posted inNation & World, News
Syrian insurgents capture central city of Hama in another blow to Syrian president
Syrian insurgents have entered the central city of Hama after days of intense clashes with government forces.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Storm causes slippery road conditions Thursday morning
The rain and snow are expected to taper off throughout the morning.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Peter Navarro served prison time related to Jan. 6. Now Trump is bringing him back
Hours after his release from serving 4 months in prison in July, Navarro spoke on stage at the Republican National Convention, where he told the crowd ‘I went to prison so you won’t have to.’
Posted inLocal & State, News
Missing Bangor men found after residents hear shouts for help
Sidney Hoyt and Gary Foster, both of Bangor, were reported missing late Tuesday night after they did not return from a morning trip.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Despite troubles, one electric bus to rejoin Winthrop Public Schools fleet
A divided Winthrop Public School board voted 3-2 Wednesday to return one electric school bus to regular service starting Monday, following evaluations of the problematic buses.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Woman in wheelchair struck and killed by van in Camden
The woman, who has not been identified, was riding in her wheelchair along side of John Street. She died at the scene.