Maine Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap is wrapping up his tenure after a frenetic four-year span in which he stood up to President Donald Trump’s Election Integrity Commission
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Maine State Library to open at new Augusta location next year
The public section of the library is expected to open in early 2021 at 242 State St., while some offices and materials will be stored at a Winthrop warehouse.
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Outbreaks reported at Gray Birch Long Term Care in Augusta, Doolin’s Pub in Litchfield
MaineGeneral CEO Chuck Hayes said 250 tests have been performed on staff members and residents at Gray Birch, and visitation is now “virtual only.”
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Augusta courthouse closed after employee tests positive for COVID-19
The Capital Judicial Center was closed to the public Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Top MaineGeneral officials expect uptick in COVID cases because of holidays
MaineGeneral Health’s chief executive officer, Chuck Hays, and Steve Diaz, the health system’s chief medical officer, urge people to follow safety protocol and not to spend holidays with anyone they don’t live with, except virtually.
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Has meter run out on Augusta Parking District?
City officials are considering whether to get rid of the Augusta Parking District, and to install parking meters on Water Street.
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State revenues exceed four-month target by $146 million
Maine financial officials say the better-than-expected performance is due to the federal aid package in the spring, and they urge Congress to pass another pandemic relief package.
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Augusta man sentenced to 15 years for unlawful sexual contact with child
Mark D. Van Sickle pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting 8-year-old child in Augusta.
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Readfield man turns historic interest and creativity into a card game
For years, David Matson has been toying with developing a game around gladiator fights. With some time on his hands this year, the Readfield man has been able to perfect the game that others may have a chance to enjoy.
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As COVID-19 continues to spread, who enforces mask mandates in central Maine?
Local officials continue to rely on education and voluntary compliance with public health orders to wear face coverings, even as rallies against wearing masks continue.