Those facing confirmation votes include a new fire marshal and the commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services.
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Halloween superfans see the culture catching up to them
Five years ago this Halloween, Home Depot introduced the 12-foot-tall skeleton.
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Two Jay residents seek election to one, two-year term
Jeffrey Gilbert, a Republican, and Gary McGrane, a Democrat are seeking the position.
Posted inSchools and Education
Farmington-based school district principals address new initiatives and challenges
At the Sept. 24 RSU 9 board meeting, principals highlighted new opportunities for students, recent improvements, and ongoing challenges, including substitute shortages and playground expansions.
Posted inElection 2024, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Two candidates now in District 4 race for Winslow Town Council after resident launches write-in campaign
The Nov. 5 election will decide who replaces Ray Caron, who stepped down abruptly from the council earlier this month and ended his reelection bid.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Schools and Education
UMaine System to request another round of proposals for Hutchinson Center sale
A new request for proposals on the Belfast property will be released by the end of next week and will remain open until November.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Watch: Federal official tours Augusta facility for children with special needs
A privately funded $5.9 million expansion allows the Children’s Center of Augusta at 1 Alden Ave. to help more children, but need in Maine exceeds availability of services.
Posted inElection 2024, News
Two seek election to represent Franklin County Commission District 3 and District 4
Eight residents are vying for five seats on the Franklin County Commission.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Wales-based school district officials eye Nov. 5 election for fourth budget vote
Regional School District 4 officials said they hoped more voters will show up and the budget will pass on a fourth attempt.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Parents will have to set aside some earnings for child influencers under new California laws
Parents and guardians who profit from social media posts featuring their children will soon be required to set aside some earnings for the young performers.