The school construction project, which will use a mix of state and local funding, will likely appear on the June 2024 ballot for city-wide approval.
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Posted inMaine, Politics
Attorneys spar over whether Trump can appear on Maine’s presidential primary ballot
While opponents cite Section 3 of the 14th Amendment to make a case for why he should be disqualified, lawyers for the Republican argue at a hearing Friday that the secretary of state doesn’t have the authority to make that decision.
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Leader of Maine National Guard retiring; Mills nominates first woman to post
If confirmed by the Legislature, Brig. Gen. Diane Dunn would succeed the retiring Maj. Gen. Douglas Farnham.
Posted inMaine
Portland to clear homeless encampment at Harbor View Memorial Park
The city announced Friday that it will clear dozens of tents along Commercial Street on Tuesday because so many beds are open at the city shelter.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Portland-based developer to turn historic Skowhegan property into workforce apartments
Brian Eng, who has taken up a special interest in the region over the past three years, is planning to convert his Airbnb at 31 Court St. into five long-term rentals.
Posted inKennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
From Augusta – A seasonal reminder
As the holiday season continues, it’s easy to stay wrapped up in the fun and joy of everything this season encapsulates. However, I’d like to provide a reminder of what the winter can bring to some individuals and their families. There are many in this state who are going without heat, experiencing food insecurity, and […]
Posted inCops & Courts
Sanford man gets 25 years for paying sex traffickers to abuse children over livestream
A Sanford man was sentenced to 25 years in prison Thursday after pleading guilty to charges of sexual exploitation of children and distribution of child pornography. According to court records, between March 2020 and June 2022, Joseph Zoll exchanged thousands of messages with a woman in the Philippines who recorded and livestreamed herself sexually abusing […]
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Israeli military says it mistakenly killed 3 Israeli hostages in battle-torn part of Gaza
The army’s chief spokesman said soldiers in Gaza City mistakenly identified the three Israelis as a threat and opened fire on them.
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It Happened in Windham: Walter Corey was master of mass production
Not too many people in Windham today are familiar with the area of town referred to as Great Falls. Located just past the rotary on Windham Center Road, it is now a small neighborhood of lovely 19th century homes, but two centuries ago, it was a small business hub. There had been sawmills in this […]
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Opinion: Expanding Jetport parking an inclusive, nuanced process
A plan to expand onsite parking at the Jetport is a matter of prudence and balancing priorities.