This week, Boeing said the Starliner capsule’s problems aren’t a concern for the return trip and ‘the astronauts are not stranded.’
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IRS delays in resolving identity theft cases are ‘unconscionable,’ independent watchdog says
An independent watchdog within the IRS reports that while taxpayer services have vastly improved, the agency is still too slow to resolve identity theft cases
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Startup developing ‘vaccine’ to fight fentanyl addictions, overdoses
Fentanyl poisoning has been the leading cause of death for Americans between age 18 and 45 since 2019, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Wilton man charged with sending sexually explicit photos to juvenile
Robert Fanning, 39, was arrested June 14 by the Oxford County Sheriff’s Office.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Waterville Area Habitat for Humanity building house in Oakland for veteran, 2 kids
About a dozen employees from Huhtamaki were volunteering Wednesday to help frame up the structure.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, News
U.S. Supreme Court seems poised to allow emergency abortions in Idaho, report says
Based on a copy of the opinion that was briefly posted prematurely, it does not appear likely the court will fully resolve the issues at the heart of the case.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
New Sharon man charged with OUI after car hits parked SUV, crashes into ditch
James Nile, 32, was charged Tuesday night with OUI and released from jail Wednesday morning on $300 bail.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Kennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Augusta assisted living facility with history of violations slated to close in July
Capitol City Manor, a 29-bed facility on State Street, was under investigation in recent months for reports of abuse and neglect.
Posted inNation & World
Supreme Court dismisses lawsuit claiming Biden censored social media
The case is among several before the court this term that affect social media companies in the context of free speech.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Officials identify man’s body found in burned Auburn home
Brian Woodbury apparently struggled with Leein Hinkley at Woodbury’s friend’s home June 15 before explosions and a blaze destroyed the house.