Sens. Ned Claxton, D-Auburn, and Cathy Breen, D-Falmouth, welcomed the Gray-New Gloucester High School Band to the Maine State House on Jan. 31. The band performed the national anthem at the start of the day’s legislative session. The national anthem is played by various groups and individuals from around the state at the start of […]
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Protesters rally at State House as lawmakers seek solution to ban on CBD products
More than 100 people turn out to protest the state’s removal order, and Democratic Rep. Craig Hickman of Winthrop introduces a bill to legalize sales of cannabidiol in Maine.
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Burglar steals $4,000 from safe after breaking into Augusta arcade
An owner of G-Force Adventures said the culprit could be a current or former employee.
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Demand for Augusta’s homeless shelter increases during winter weather
Schools and courts were delayed because of Wednesday’s snowstorm, while crews tried to clean up before subzero wind chill reaches central Maine tonight.
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Youth orchestra to hold auditions for student musicians
AUGUSTA — The Kennebec Valley Youth Symphony Orchestras is holding auditions on Tuesdays, Feb. 12 and 19, at the University of Maine at Augusta. This is a great opportunity for middle and high school student musicians who are looking for a new musical challenge and would like to play in a full symphony orchestra with […]
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Solar supporters urge Maine lawmakers to restore financial incentives
Hoping to capitalize on a shift in the political climate, installers and other advocates for solar energy want homeowners to again receive credit for feeding electricity back into the grid.
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Winthrop team recognized at State House
The Winthrop High School field hockey team, winners of the 2018 State Class C championship, stand in the gallery as members of the Maine House of Representatives recognize them Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the State House in Augusta. The Winthrop Ramblers beat the Spruce Mountain High School Phoenix of Jay 3-1 in the championship game […]
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Lawmakers push to make drivers keep their hands off their phones
Supporters of new legislation believe their latest effort to strengthen Maine’s distracted-driving laws has brighter prospects with Democrat Janet Mills in the Blaine House.
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Same bagels, new owners at Bagel Mainea in Augusta
After 17 years, Marianne and Kevin Butak have sold Bagel Mainea to Chris Low and Lucinda Stephens.
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Brief thaw brings rain, slick driving conditions to central Maine
Forecasts call for a return to more seasonal weather Friday and Saturday.