The restaurant’s new owners say embracing tradition is good, but it doesn’t pay the bills in today’s economy. ‘Luiggi’s new era needs to happen,’ said Zach Pratt.
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What the public lands fight means for Maine
The state won’t be spared in the political fight over the future of federal lands as the Trump administration looks to offset tax and spending cuts by slashing conservation programs, opening areas to resource extraction and laying off park staff.
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Posted inMaine, Sports
Mainers, going to the NBA Draft? We want to hear from you
Maine Trust for Local News sports columnist Travis Lazarczyk and photographer Derek Davis will be in Brooklyn to see Cooper Flagg potentially make history.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Auburn crash
Mechanic Falls motorcyclist was traveling on Minot Avenue when he struck a car pulling into the street near Blackie’s Farm Fresh Produce.
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Waterville community celebrates historic Black family on Juneteenth
Samuel Osborne and his family, who became beloved members of the Waterville community in the late 19th century, were honored in a Juneteenth celebration at their gravesites in Pine Grove Cemetery.
Posted inMaine, News
Vietnam vet, 78, fights off assailant at Hallowell home
An alleged late-night assault raises questions about Hallowell’s police staffing, as city officials debate adding a fifth officer for the department.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation / World, News, Politics
Changes to energy tax credits could raise Maine’s electricity costs
Congress is weighing the early termination of handful of tax credits related to installing solar panels, shifting to electric vehicles and building more energy efficient homes.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Lisbon dam removals already paying off, officials say
The removal of dams along the Sabattus River in Lisbon is opening natural fish-breeding habitats, cleaning up pollution and could lower flood insurance costs for nearby residents.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Rep. Libby’s attempt to speak on votes missed due to censure sparks debate in Maine House
The Auburn Republican’s bid to read her votes into the record came as lawmakers were finishing up their work for the year.
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Ranked choice voting expansion in Maine sent to Gov. Mills
Proponents say a court case in Alaska casts doubt on a Maine Law Court advisory opinion that the voting method violates the Maine Constitution.