A proposal unveiled Tuesday for a competing measure on the November ballot would make changes to the existing yellow flag law and include funding for mental health services.
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Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Maine, News, Oxford Hills
Paris voters cut budget more than $1 million, including $200K from police
A standing-room-only crowd of more than 200 voters Monday gathered for the annual town meeting at the Fire Station.
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Maine lawmakers advance bill to limit police cooperation with federal immigration authorities
A bill from Rep. Deqa Dhalac, D-South Portland, would still allow law enforcement to work with federal law enforcement on criminal investigations, as long as the primary purpose is not immigration enforcement.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Central Maine Healthcare acquisition will improve care, foundation says
In its application to the state, Prime Healthcare Foundation says it will inject new funds into the system and lower costs as well.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
MaineHousing announces $13M for new projects, including in Lewiston
The quasi-state agency warns that without more money from the Legislature, affordable housing production will slow dramatically.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s small vernal pools may get bigger state protections
A bill now awaiting action by Gov. Janet Mills would create a 100-foot no-disturbance protection zone around Maine’s vernal pools, among other protections.
Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
ATV access routes will be decided by Wilton voters at future town meetings
Voters also approved adding $5,000 more to the Wilton Food Pantry for a total of $8,000.
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Maine Senate supports exclusive rights to online table games for tribes
A bill sponsored by Rep. Ambureen Rana, D-Bangor, faces a round of final votes in each chamber before it can be sent to Gov. Janet Mills, whose administration opposed the proposal earlier this year.
Posted inLocal News, News, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Andover voters approve new plow truck, solar moratorium
ANDOVER — Voters at the June 14 annual town meeting approved buying a new plow truck and a 180-day moratorium on utility-scale solar projects. Many of the 86 residents were at the Town Hall for the 8 a.m. start to vote on the 71-article warrant. Selectman Justin Thacker said the proposed municipal budget for 2026 […]
Posted inMaine, News, Oxford Hills
Border Patrol and game wardens looking for 2 witnesses to canoer’s death
A vehicle containing 8 occupants was pulled over in Scarborough on Saturday, but the 2 men who officials believe witnessed the fatality in Waterford were not among them.