Some Republicans now say they’re willing to discuss the politically treacherous issue of gun control along with mental health issues and violent video games after the tragic shootings in Newtown, Conn.
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Panel to probe child welfare abuses against Maine tribes
Tribal representatives and Maine have named five people who’ll lead an investigation into past abuses by child welfare agents against Maine tribes.
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Westbrook police boost OUI patrols
A #10,000 grant will help pay for dedicated patrols and sobriety checkpoints.
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Martin’s Point Bridge open to cyclists during construction
Completion of the project, including removal of the more than 60-year-old structure is expected in early 2014, though the new bridge is likely to open earlier.
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Portland commits to street improvements
The Portland City Council passes a plan to make its streets and thoroughfares balanced and accessible for all residents and transportation modes.
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Falmouth hopes to get a jump on storm-water issues
FALMOUTH — Town officials are exploring storm-water management techniques for the Route 1 business district. As a part of planned infrastructure improvements for the district, the town used grant money to examine the Webe’s Creek watershed and explore options for improving the water run-off infrastructure. A study performed by Zach Henderson and a team from Woodward […]
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Freeport regroups on DEP permit for athletic fields
FREEPORT — After the initial shock of an almost $300,000 environmental permitting process for sports fields proposed on Hunter Road, the town is now seeking alternatives and hoping to reduce cost. Town Engineer Albert Presgraves met with state Department of Environmental Protection officials last week and discussed alternatives that would meet the department’s standards, but […]
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Friends of Casco Bay elects 2 to board
The 1,200-member group works to protect the environmental health of Casco Bay.
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SAD 51 board votes to close North Yarmouth school
CUMBERLAND — The School Administrative District 51 Board of Directors voted 6-1 Monday to close North Yarmouth Memorial School and move its students to an expanded Greely Middle School. The decision now goes to a referendum in North Yarmouth and Cumberland, likely to be held in June 2013. Voters would also decide on that time […]
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Longtime aide Rand to oversee Angus King’s staff
The former manager of the senator-elect’s office and political campaigns was expected to get the job.