The family of a former figure skater who died of a drug overdose is opening a facility in the Knox County town of Washington as Maine moves to bolster addiction treatment in rural communities.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News
Artist’s chisel transforms stump outside Peaks Island cafe into an octopus
A strong storm that hit the island nearly 3 years ago blew many trees to the ground. Doug Smith saw one stump that was left behind as an opportunity.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
Angus King, Susan Collins ask Trump administration to reverse ‘illegal’ Job Corps cuts in Maine
They are among 40 senators asking the U.S. Department of Labor to immediately reverse a decision to indefinitely pause operations at Job Corps sites across the country.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills
Pickles have taken Oxford Elementary’s lunch period by storm
The company mission: “At pickle inc. we make sure that you get the best pickles at school.”
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills
Pickles have taken Oxford Elementary’s lunch period by storm
The company mission: “At pickle inc. we make sure that you get the best pickles at school.”
Posted inMaine, News
Federal cuts may hurt Maine’s ability to meet climate goals, scientists say
Reduced federal funding and staffing could hinder the Maine Climate Council’s ability to prepare for and track climate change, as well as the state’s ability to meet greenhouse gas reduction goals.
Posted inMaine
Rumble strips saving lives — and money — on rural Maine roads
The state plans to install 100 miles of rumble strips a year in Maine, which has the highest crash fatality rate in New England, according to researchers.
Posted inMaine, News
Kennebunk wildlife biologist killed in Alaska helicopter crash
Shiloh Schulte, 46, who previously served on Kennebunk’s Select Board, was conducting conservation work in the remote North Slope region when the helicopter crashed Wednesday.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Waterville eatery attacked on social media for flying Pride flag
For the first time in years, Silver Street Tavern in downtown Waterville is getting a lot of backlash on social media for hanging a rainbow-colored flag outside its restaurant during June, the annual Pride month.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Time for Auburn residents to weigh in on the future, city officials say
In a city that has fought over development, officials are seeking public input on the comprehensive plan, which will drive future policies around housing, transportation and other often-controversial areas.