The state’s aging sewer systems need to be upgraded and expanded to support the 84,000 homes Maine says it needs by 2030. It won’t be cheap.
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Police investigate death of homeless man in Auburn
The 47-year-old man was found dead at a known encampment off Washington Street.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine Law Court hears oral arguments in $1.3M elder scam case
The justices examined the limits of a financial adviser’s duties and the red flags of diminished capacity.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Flu and winter storms causing blood shortages in Maine and nationwide
The American Red Cross is urging people to donate and help alleviate the worst shortfall since August 2024.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Will Maine governor candidates reject outside spending?
The ‘People’s Pledge’ calls for campaign finance reform, and for candidates to oppose independent expenditures by ‘wealthy, corporate and dark money groups.’
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2 pets perish as fire destroys home in Wilton
32 firefighters from several towns responded to fight the blaze Tuesday morning.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Maine Turnpike speed limit lowered as snow arrives just in time for evening commute
Several communities in southern and central Maine have also announced parking bans and early closures. Forecasters say anywhere from 1-2 inches to 5 inches could fall by Wednesday morning.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Tractor Supply is coming to Turner. But first, the soil has to settle.
The store on Route 4 is estimated to open in 2027, allowing a year or so for the soil to stabilize before construction begins.
Posted inMaine, News
In split vote, Auburn councilors move forward with Flock camera funding
Most residents just recently learned the city has been using the license-plate-reading cameras since 2025, prompting some public pushback over their use and city transparency.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do
Lots of music in Lewiston, Bethel and Farmington, and more | Get out
Highlights of things to do in the next week in the area.