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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
‘Victory means nothing, the follicles mean everything’: Facial hair competition highlights Gardiner’s Swine & Stein Brewfest
This year’s Swine & Stein Brewfest drew about 1,500 people for the 15th annual celebration of beer, cider, wine, facial hair and community.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston-Auburn softball tournament draws immense community support for Oct. 25 families
Maine Strong Memorial Foundation hopes to raise $350,000 for victims of the Oct. 25, 2023, mass shooting victims’ families at its second softball tournament in Auburn and Lewiston.
Posted inNation & World, News
UN official appeals for Lebanon’s ports and airport to be spared as Israel presses its offensive
A top United Nations official says that he is concerned that Lebanon’s ports and airport might be taken out of service, with serious implications for getting food supplies into the country.
Posted inNation & World, News
Ukrainian recruiters descend on Kyiv’s nightlife in search of men not registered for conscription
Ukrainian military recruitment officers have raided restaurants, bars and a concert hall in Kyiv, checking military registration documents and detaining men who are not in compliance.
Posted inNation & World, News
Floridians evacuated for Milton after wake-up call from devastating Helene
Milton killed at least 10 people when it tore across central Florida, flooding barrier islands, ripping the roof off the Tampa Bay Rays ′ baseball stadium and spawning deadly tornadoes.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Photo: Cars destroyed in collision on Center Street in Auburn
An 74-year-old Lewiston man and his female passenger had to be extricated by Auburn firefighters Saturday morning. A 22-year-old Lewiston man was arrested for fleeing the scene on foot and resisting arrest.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Over 20,000 central Maine homes lose power as wind gusts reach over 55 mph
Restoration efforts are underway after a wind storm blew through the area Saturday but are being hampered by sustained wind speeds and uprooted trees with leaves still on the branches, officials say.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
How much money has been spent subsidizing heat pumps in Maine?
Over $135 million, and more is on the way. Gov. Janet Mills says the incentives are reducing the state’s reliance on heating oil.
Posted inBusiness
Unity practice welcomes Jennifer Fitzpatrick
UNITY — Northern Light Primary Care has welcomed Jennifer Fitzpatrick, physician assistant, to its team. Fitzpatrick is welcoming new patients and will be providing routine wellness exams, chronic disease maintenance, acute/sick visits, and in-office procedures. With a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from the University of Southern Maine and a master’s degree in medical science […]