Moving the station from its current location at Thompson’s Point would reduce travel time and improve efficiency of the Downeaster service between Boston and Brunswick.
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Teenagers charged in assault at Kinneowatha Park in Wilton
Wilton boys ages 15 and 16 were charged with assault Sunday.
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Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State, News
Bill on transparency about hospital facility fees takes effect without Gov. Mills’ signature
The law, a watered-down version of the original legislation, requires health care facilities to post signs to let patients know that facility fees are being charged.
Posted inNation & World
Ukraine pulls U.S.-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
Two U.S. officials say Ukraine has sidelined U.S.-provided Abrams M1A1 battle tanks for now in its fight against Russia.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Fewer people visited Maine in 2023, but they stayed longer and spent more money
Travel to the state during the shoulder seasons accounted for 44% of the visitors, up 3.4 percentage points from 2022, according to a report from the Maine Office of Tourism.
Posted inNation & World
U.S.-led effort to bring aid to Gaza by sea is moving forward. But big concerns remain
A senior U.S. military official said Thursday the U.S. is on track to begin delivering aid using the new port and pier by early May.
Posted inNation & World
Ariel Henry resigns as prime minister of Haiti, paving the way for a new government to take power
It’s hoped that political change will help quell the gang violence that has killed thousands.
Posted inNation & World, News
Tennessee lawmakers OK bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care
The bill mirrors almost the same language from a so-called “anti-abortion trafficking” proposal Tennessee Republican lawmakers approved just a day prior.
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USC cancels graduation ceremony as anti-war protests grow
Protests against the Israel-Hamas war continue to spread; dozens of students are arrested on other campuses.
Posted inSchools and Education
Photos: Litchfield students enjoy pool time
Students search for salamanders and wade through a vernal pool during annual field trip