Local police officers responded to a report of a shooting Wednesday morning and discovered the victim’s body.
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Franklin County commissioners, staff tour new emergency operations center being built
The building is expected to be completed next spring.
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Wilton board sets contributions for Maine Family and Medical Leave Act
Collections will begin Jan. 1, 2025, for nonunion employees; union workers situation depends on contracts
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Aroma Joe’s Coffee in Waterville closed for renovations
The popular Maine chain will be closed until Dec. 9, according to a recent Facebook post.
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MaineGeneral Health honors employees at Augusta banquet
Staff celebrating 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 years of service were recognized.
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MaineHousing in Augusta receives Outstanding Public Policy award
MaineHousing’s Qualified Allocation Plan has rewarded developers and communities that embrace smart growth principles.
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Maine Justice Foundation in Augusta inducts 2024 fellows
The foundation named Bar Fellows, Honorary Life Fellows and Patron Fellows.
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News Center Maine parent company announces marketing layoffs
It’s not clear how many positions will be terminated, but the layoffs are part of a restructuring by the station’s national parent company, Tegna.
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Sewer rate to jump 7.5% for Winthrop Utilities District customers
The rate increase, to be followed with another hike in 2026, will help pay for extensive upgrades to the district’s eight sewer pumps, which are well beyond their projected operating lives, officials said.
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Greene vehicle fire burned 4 acres Tuesday, officials say
About 4 acres burned on Route 202 after a vehicle fire spread to woods and low brush on Central Maine Power property.