Hallowell and Monmouth police departments each have an officer in isolation, and central Maine departments are seeing fewer calls due to the coronavirus.
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Business as usual, virtually, as Gardiner city officials conduct council meeting
As Gardiner elected officials meet to consider approving the last of its proposed marijuana-related ordinance changes, they’ll be using technology to bring together elected officials and the public.
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DON’T FLUSH YET: Toilet paper substitutes cause concern for Augusta, Gardiner wastewater systems
Wastewater treatment plant operators warn that flushing toilet paper substitutes is likely to clog sewer lines and could lead to costly repairs.
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Central Maine municipalities implement emergency plans
Augusta, Gardiner, Hallowell and Winthrop have all declared states of emergency that allow the municipalities to take quick action to deal with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on their communities.
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Central Maine restaurant owners must decide whether to keep serving
As municipalities explore closing all restaurants, some are choosing to offer takeout orders behind closed doors instead of waiting for a directive.
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Central Maine cities, towns react to widespread closures, restrictions due to coronavirus
A day after widespread school closures were announced, city and town officials are taking steps to halt the spread of the highly-contagious coronavirus.
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Greg Zoulamis answers Five Questions
The owner of Zoulamis Fine Woodworking talks about the importance of flexibility and minding the details.
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Gardiner marijuana rules nearly set, raise concerns about cost
While city officials want to be prepared for the launch of the adult-use marijuana market later this year, Dennis Meehan, owner of Nature’s Summit in Gardiner, is trying to determine how to navigate the new regulations and annual licensing requirements.
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Gardiner to consider annual licensing for marijuana establishments
The proposed ordinance would set up an annual review for adult-use and medical marijuana establishments based on impacts such as public safety, odor, lights and sewer system operations.
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New York man sentenced to 4 years for dealing cocaine, heroin in Gardiner
Kevin J. Soto, 28, had prior drug trafficking convictions on his record in New York.