We voters of West Bath have an important decision to make. Together on Tuesday Jan. 13, we will go to the polls to decide once and for all whether we remain a part of RSU 1 or will we operate independently as a standalone school district. We have an incredibly high threshold requirement for a […]
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Meditation and arts practice sessions slated
BRUNSWICK — From Jan. 15 to Feb. 12, the Brunswick Shambhala Meditation Center, located at 19 Mason St., will offer a fiveweek introduction to meditation and contemplative arts practice, “Creating as Meditation in Action.” The course is designed for people who are interested in learning how meditation can aid in creating genuine expression in any […]
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Christian skating session set Sunday
TOPSHAM — Grace Community Chapel of West Gardiner will sponsor an evening of Christian roller skating on Sunday, Jan. 11, from 5:45-8 p.m. The snow date is Jan. 18. Topsham Roller World is located at 20 Atwood Road. The cost is $5, which includes skates. Inline skates are $2 extra. For more information, call Tracey […]
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Vatican earmarks $3.55M for Ebola care in Africa
VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Vatican is increasing assistance to Western African countries hard-hit by the Ebola virus, setting aside $3.55 million to fund protective gear for caregivers, transport for sick patients and care for orphans left behind. Vatican charity organizations and offices that deal with the developing world issued a joint mission statement Wednesday […]
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LePage swears in constitutional officers
AUGUSTA Maine’s attorney general, secretary of state and new state treasurer were sworn into office Thursday by Republican Gov. Paul LePage as lawmakers geared up to begin their real work for the session. Terry Hayes, who defeated Democrat Neria Douglass to become treasurer, is the first independent to serve in the office. Hayes served eight […]
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Future of fishing grounds subject of debate
PORTLAND Federal regulators are deciding the scope of a management plan for thousands of square miles of fishing grounds off New England that has deeply divided fishermen and conservationists. The New England Fishery Management Council is working on the long-awaited plan for federal waters from Maine to Rhode Island. It includes a host of options […]
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LePage nominates chief counsel for PUC
AUGUSTA (AP) — Maine Gov. Paul LePage has nominated his chief counsel to serve on the Maine Public Utilities Commission. LePage announced Thursday that he’s nominating Carlie McLean to take the seat that’s being vacated by PUC Chairman Thomas Welch, who resigned before his term ends in 2017. McLean worked with the Portland law firm […]
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Ex-lawmaker pleads guilty to misdemeanors
AUGUSTA (AP) — A former lawmaker caught by police having a sexual encounter in a van in a parking lot has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the tryst. Brian Jones pleaded guilty Thursday to disorderly conduct and failure to provide his correct name. He received a 12-month deferred disposition, meaning if he avoids further […]