The approval, which was condemned by environmental groups, opens the door for the completion of a 53-mile transmission line through rural northwestern Maine.
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Lisbon taking steps to form Charter Commission approved by voters
A panel of 9 members — 3 councilors and 6 elected by the public — will look at the charter and offer recommended changes.
Maine home prices shoot back up after months of decreases
Maine homebuyers paid a median of $426,000 last month, a new record.
Lewiston bans parking on section of downtown street known for prostitution
Kevin Boilard, president of the city’s emergency warming center on Horton Street, said the property has become the ‘backdrop of a year-round pattern of men driving through the neighborhood and openly soliciting on our streets.’
Chemical spill near cannabis store forces road closures in Auburn
Police were still investigating the spill next to the cannabis store Thursday night.
Border agents apprehend record number of people in Maine illegally
The individuals arrested in fiscal 2025 came from 46 countries, according to Houlton Sector Maine of the U.S. Border Patrol.
Lisbon officials considering 6 recruitment firms in search for town manager
The Town Council will meet with incoming councilors next week to discuss the proposals.
Prosecutors dismiss charges against woman shot in Chicago by Maine Border Patrol agent
Marimar Martinez had been accused of using her car to ram the vehicle of Border Patrol agent Charles Exum. He exited his SUV and opened fire on Martinez, who suffered 7 gunshot wounds.
Gathering in Livermore Falls to bring awareness to homelessness
The vigil will highlight winter hardships faced by people experiencing homelessness and honor the memory of Brett Staples.
Board games and earmuffs: Chester Greenwood Day set for Dec. 6
Farmington celebrates its 49th annual Chester Greenwood Day on Dec. 6 with a themed parade, tree lighting, crafts, carriage rides and a chilly dip in Clearwater Lake.