The vast majority of Central Maine Power customers in Liberty were without electricity Tuesday night after the town’s fire department said wires were knocked down on Route 220.
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Maine Law Court hears oral arguments in $1.3M elder scam case
The justices examined the limits of a financial adviser’s duties and the red flags of diminished capacity.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Flu and winter storms causing blood shortages in Maine and nationwide
The American Red Cross is urging people to donate and help alleviate the worst shortfall since August 2024.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Falmouth students could be required to take AP exams once again
The policy requiring students to take the exams was dropped during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Will Maine governor candidates reject outside spending?
The ‘People’s Pledge’ calls for campaign finance reform, and for candidates to oppose independent expenditures by ‘wealthy, corporate and dark money groups.’
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Maine Turnpike speed limit lowered as snow arrives just in time for evening commute
Several communities in southern and central Maine have also announced parking bans and early closures. Forecasters say anywhere from 1-2 inches to 5 inches could fall by Wednesday morning.
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How safe is the Gorham battery farm?
Fires at battery farms can be difficult to extinguish, but Cross Town Energy Storage was built with safeguards, its Texas owner says.
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UMaine taps into satellite data to help oyster farmers
A free online dashboard uses the information to help Maine oyster farmers predict time to market.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland approves purchase of police drone after delaying decision last fall
After months of debate, police officials convinced city councilors that the device would not be used to violate privacy and would not be accessed by federal agencies.
Posted inFood, Maine, News
Augusta hospitality students advance to national competition
Capital Area Technical Center took first place in both the culinary and restaurant management events.