A clinical psychologist who’s treating a psychotic, suicidal woman with leukemia stuck for weeks in a hospital emergency department says the state must expand existing psychiatric resources or build new, Amy Calder writes.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
After 13 months of contract negotiations, Augusta teachers receive 5.5% pay raise
The new contract, which the Augusta Board of Education approved Wednesday, increases the lowest salary a teacher in the district can earn to $42,261 from $40,058.
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Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Police: Massachusetts man arrested after high-speed chase ends in Newport
Eddie Rivera, 43, was driving a stolen 2001 Toyota Corolla when he led police on the chase Tuesday that began in Bangor, according to officials.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Panel optimistic about closing deal for Hampden waste-to-energy plant in early 2023
The Municipal Review Committee, which represents the municipal solid waste interests of 115 Maine communities, remains optimistic it will partner with Revere Capital Partners, a New York-based investment firm, early next year in owning and operating the plant.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Augusta board approves two housing proposals for up to 425 new residences
The city’s planning board on Tuesday advanced a proposal for up to 400 housing units off Civic Center Drive and approved plans to turn the historic Olde Federal Building on Water Street into 25 luxury apartments.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
New Balance plans $65 million expansion of manufacturing facility in Skowhegan
A company executive told selectmen Tuesday that the footwear company now employs 250 people in Skowhegan and the expansion would add another 200 positions.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime
Skowhegan man identified as driver arrested after driving onto tarmac at Augusta State Airport
Corey Adams, 28, was arrested Tuesday and is being held without bail at the Kennebec County Correctional Facility in Augusta.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Fairfield officers prepare to launch popular Cops Care for Kids program, but this time with a twist
As part of the program Fairfield officers deliver Christmas gifts to children in town, but this year they’ll also gather with families at the Fairfield Community Center to allow more opportunity to interact with the children.
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Driver arrested after truck enters Augusta State Airport, goes onto airfield, leaves by smashing through gate
Police are still investigating the incident, and did not provide further information, or the identity of the driver, Tuesday.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Hallowell council votes to table controversial pesticide ordinance
The proposed policy would prohibit the use of any synthetic substances and the use of any pesticide within 75 feet of any body of water.