The bill containing the funding has passed both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate, and is now awaiting President Joe Biden’s signature.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
New Winthrop ordinance aims to clear town waters of moorings, crafts not linked to nearby lakefront property
The ordinance will regulate the installation of moorings within 200 feet of the shoreline and ensure the materials used comply with EPA and Maine DEP regulations.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Local Government, News
Augusta to allow remote public participation in City Council meetings
Councilors say allowing the public to participate, online, in council meetings will increase public input, but some are concerned about the loss of face-to-face interaction.
Posted inAmy Calder, Columns, Local & State
Amy Calder: Decades after suffering abuse, Waterville man offers a message and a warning
The man, who is on palliative care, tells his story about having been sexually abused as a child in an effort to spread awareness, warn parents to pay attention to their children and let children know it’s OK to tell someone when abuse occurs, Amy Calder writes.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Skowhegan officials explore downtown safety measures before moving ahead with bridge plans
Town leaders want to take advantage of a Maine Department of Transportation initiative that’s meant to improve “lower-speed areas where people meet, walk, shop and do business.”
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Chelsea prepares to vote at special meeting on sale of cellular tower
A special town meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, at Chelsea Elementary School.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
It may take 2 years for Hampden waste-to-energy plant to make profit once it’s up and running again
The Municipal Review Committee, which represents the solid waste interests of several central Maine towns, held a hearing Thursday outlining its efforts to buy the plant for $1.5 million and get it operational again.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Gardiner Main Street inviting people to ‘Think About Gardiner’ event on Saturday
The organization, which is focused on building a vibrant downtown neighborhood, is holding a brainstorming event to help people connect, share ideas and answer their questions about what’s going on in Gardiner.
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Photos: Colby College holds candlelight vigil for Ukraine
Students stood and lit candles on the steps of Miller Library, honoring those fighting in the conflict and those whose lives have been lost. Photos by Morning Sentinel photographer Michael G. Seamans
Posted inHealth, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Waterville hospital violated policies in assessment of man who later shot himself, federal report says
The suicidal man, who died from his wounds, had sought care at Northern Light Inland Hospital in August but a proper evaluation of him was not done, according to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.