Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has made false claims about vaccines, has been tapped to become health and human services secretary in the Trump administration.
News
State, national and world news from the Sun Journal.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Androscoggin County commissioners approve budget, but see trouble ahead
The county had to cover a $300,000 deficit in the jail budget, but Commissioner Garret Mason warns not to expect the state to help with additional funding for the jail.
advertisement
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Photo Album: FEZtival of Trees shines in Lewiston
The annual event continues next week, except Thanksgiving Day.
Posted inMaine
Breakdown: Turning anguish into action | Podcast Ep. 3: ‘Dereliction of duty’
Episode 3 looks at questionable medical decisions, missed communication and lack of follow up by the Army. Finally, we’ll learn why the shooter’s family believes the military could do more to prevent brain injuries in troops.
Posted inFranklin, Local News, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Phillips-based school district agrees on how to spend remaining nutrition funds
The board of directors gave ideas on how to spend remaining nutrition funds.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Police investigate early morning crash on Maine Turnpike in Auburn
A box truck rolled over a guardrail and then slid down an embankment in the three-vehicle pileup shortly after midnight Friday.
Posted inNews
Freeport’s Jameson Tavern closes, cutting ties with its historic location
Jameson Tavern closed after one last night on Saturday. The owner said the tavern, which he owns the rights to, may pop up in a different Maine town — possibly closer to home.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Man arrested in Monmouth following high-speed chase, hourslong manhunt
Police used dogs, a drone, social media and tips from residents to catch up to suspect on the lam.
Posted inFranklin, Local News, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Phillips-based school district proposes new committee for state-required program
As of July 1, 2028, Child Development Services will no longer provide special education services for 3- to 5-year-olds,