Final approval of the project could come as soon as March, but sign-off by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection is needed first.
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Posted inMaine, News
‘Antiques Roadshow’ to make first stop in Maine for 30th tour
For years, the roadshow was filmed inside convention centers across the country, making it difficult to find a suitable location in Maine.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Man shot while trying to drive construction vehicle through Penobscot County home, police say
A Corinna man allegedly stole a front-end loader and attempted to drive it through a home before being shot by its residents.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Lewiston Public Works eyeing new headquarters
The city is considering moving the entire department to a new facility on River Road. The estimated $60 million project would require a referendum.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine
Livermore Falls board delays bids for foreclosed properties
At the selectmen meeting on Jan. 7, sealed bid proposals for sewer foreclosed properties were tabled to give Town Manager Carrie Castonguay time to get more information.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Man pinned under car after shoplifting attempt in Lewiston, police say
A man was struck and pinned underneath a car on Sabattus Street after fleeing a nearby grocery store from which he attempted to shoplift, police say.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Jay sets workshop on proposed $6.7M budget for Jan. 22
Nomination papers for elected positions for town, school and two water districts will be available Jan. 21 at the town office.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, Schools & Education
Fayette board reviews infrastructure, internet pricing, website updates
The Fayette Select Board reviewed infrastructure projects funded by a $3.1 million surplus, discussed Fidium internet pricing inequities, and unveiled updates to the town’s website at their Jan. 7 meeting.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Lewiston School Committee reelects Megan Parks as chairperson
Rescinding last Monday’s controversial vote to appoint current chair Megan Parks for another term, the committee voted 5-4 in favor of Parks again.
Posted inMaine, News, Oxford Hills
Policy change gives Paris Select Board authority to dispose of certain property
Any items worth more than an estimated $10,000 would require bids.