The pause gives Brunswick time to review local ordinances and develop regulations for large data centers, should any be proposed.
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Westbrook City Council approves 180-day data center moratorium
The pause will give the city time to review its ordinances and research the potential effects of data centers on the city.
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Owners of Cowbell restaurants reach settlement over labor law violations
The burger joint, with locations in Biddeford, Westbrook and Scarborough, has agreed to pay about $83,000 in back wages and fines. A judge has not yet approved the settlement.
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Brickyard Hollow’s new beer brews funds for local cancer nonprofit
The Yarmouth-based brewery is fundraising for Time to Compete with a limited-release beer and an event on June 20.
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Sanford City Council set to vote on sludge plant moratorium
The citizen-proposed initiative would put a 180-day pause on a proposed Aries Clean Technologies treatment plant that some residents have opposed.
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4 campaigning for 2 seats on Richmond Selectboard
1 incumbent, a former fire chief and 2 former selectboard members are in the race.
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Camera found in bathroom at popular Portland diner
Police are investigating an incident at Miss Portland Diner, where a customer said she found a hidden camera in the bathroom Wednesday morning.
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Kennebec County residents don’t vote in local elections. Is there a fix?
Small town elections, especially in the spring, draw only small crowds who decide big questions.
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Get lost with us on a Sunday drive through western Maine
Feel like a leisurely drive on a beautiful day? Want to enjoy all the scenery that western Maine has to offer? We’ve got the guide for you.
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Biddeford Girl Scouts open Pet Paws Pantry to help local dogs
The pantry, located at Biddeford’s Rotary Park, offers free toys and leashes for pets and pet owners.