The meeting is set for 5 p.m. at the Livermore Falls Town Office to further discuss limiting size of solar farms and making sure firefighters are protected.
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Retired Lewiston teacher’s viral video sparks conversations about struggles
A viral video of retired Lewiston High teacher Mike Bernier has ignited debate over the district’s grading, attendance and discipline policies, with Bernier criticizing the lack of accountability and firm boundaries for students.
Police arrest 7 in Paris drug bust
Fentanyl, crack cocaine and cocaine were seized in the bust Thursday on Park Street.
Standish man sentenced to 30 years in girlfriend’s death
Brandon Libby, 37, pleaded guilty to manslaughter last month after a jury couldn’t reach a verdict on a murder charge.
Climate change impacts threaten future of Maine lighthouses
The state’s lighthouses are threatened by rising sea levels and intense storms – and adapting them to be more resilient is a challenge.
Tractor-trailer and pickup trucks collide on Route 4 in Livermore
Two people were injured and taken by ambulance to an area hospital with injuries.
Maine’s medical marijuana would have testing mandate under new bill
The state’s medical cannabis market does not require testing for chemicals or mold. Industry groups are pushing back against the bill.
Maine AG says Hiram man pointed BB gun at trooper before his death
The AG said the trooper fired once at the man, whose gun appeared to be a real pistol.
Central Maine snowmobilers face new, snowless normal
‘Down here in Kennebec County, I’m afraid our years are probably up,’ said Ernest Rice, longtime president of the Belgrade snowmobile club.
Maine State Police overtime sets a new record at more than $10M
An agency leader said some of the top earners could be trying to earn a higher pension, which is generally calculated by taking the average of their highest 3 years of pay.