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Sludge treatment plant proposed in Sanford
Aries Clean Technologies claims its gasification and oxidization plant can destroy most forever chemicals in sewage sludge, but the state has yet to evaluate its claims.
Maine couple scammed out of $1.3M sue financial adviser
In a matter of days, Bruce and Linda MacMillan cashed out of retirement investment accounts they had built up over 15 years with R.M. Davis Inc. and transferred the money to scammers via bitcoin. The firm says it is not liable because the couple lied about their plans.
Rumford’s new apartment building for seniors draws early interest after open house
The first-floor apartments in the 33-unit facility have been claimed, the property manager says.
What are the Maine income tax brackets for 2025?
The thresholds for all three brackets have risen to keep pace with inflation.
First months of Maine winter have been colder and snowier than recent years
But the temperatures and snowfall aren’t breaking short- or long-term records. At least not yet.
Western Maine ski resorts take dining up a notch
Stand in line cafeteria-style or try something different. Food and drink choices are aplenty at Maine’s three largest ski mountains: Saddleback, Sunday River and Sugarloaf.
Judge dismisses animal cruelty lawsuit against Maine Lobster Festival
In a suit filed by PETA, the court determined individuals do not have a legal right to be free from conduct they find personally offensive.
Some Maine businesses stay open during national strike but plan to donate proceeds
Many say they will give a portion of sales to groups helping immigrants and other community members.
Residents to buy Jay mobile home park, citing rising rents and missed maintenance
An offer by residents to purchase the Hidden Circle mobile home park in Jay has been accepted, securing local control from out-of-state ownership.