The influential Oscar-winning documentarian had summered in Northport since 1974, and one of his many films was about nearby Belfast.
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CMP bills could drop slightly this summer
Maine’s largest utility is proposing a slight decrease in monthly costs as it plans a longer-term rate plan.
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Oxford Hills to vote Feb. 24 on $3.8M bus garage
Maine School Administrative District 17’s bus garage is cramped, out of date and its fueling system is at the end of its life. Is the solution moving to the old Bessey Motors property in South Paris?
Posted inBusiness, Food, Local & State
For restaurant workers, seasonal jobs come with perks
Chefs, cooks and bartenders at Maine’s summer resorts and restaurants return for the season rested and rejuvenated after other jobs and other types of work.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Rhode Island shooter worked at Bath Iron Works
Pawtucket police say the shooter killed their ex-wife and adult son and wounded 3 others during a youth hockey game Monday.
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Augusta philanthropist Robert Fuller Jr. killed in Maryland
Fuller, who lived in Winthrop, and his wife donated funds for a range of civic projects in Augusta.
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Augusta philanthropist Robert Fuller Jr. killed in Maryland
Fuller, 87, had lived in Winthrop when he and his wife contributed to a range of civic projects in Augusta.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Local & State, News, Schools & Education
Oxford Hills saving thousands of dollars by reducing school energy costs
Conversion to LED lighting and solar electricity is paying off, officials say.
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Lewiston council to consider request to assess needs of Oct. 25 shooting victims, survivors
If approved, the city would survey those impacted by the shootings in order to guide future resources and efforts.
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Lewiston homelessness pilot helped over 100 students in its first year
The funding runs out in June and school officials are seeking money to continue the program and the help it provides.