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Attorney General files civil rights complaint against Bath couple
BATH, Maine — Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey announced Wednesday that he filed a civil rights complaint under the Maine Civil Rights Act against Andrew Pinkham, 44, and Ranada Pinkham, 43, both of Bath. The complaint, filed with the Sagadahoc County Superior Court, says the Pinkhams targeted their neighbors,...
Pioneer Motel In Edgecomb Gives Up Lodging License
After a state inspection in April found enough violations to declare the property an “imminent health hazard,” the Pioneer Motel in Edgecomb voluntarily gave up its state lodging license, removing itself from state jurisdiction. According to owner James “Jim” Sauvie, although he has addressed the issues cited by...
Harpswell approves 'right to fish' policy in light of waterfront complaints
The Harpswell select board has approved a so-called "right to fish" policy, in light of noise and odor complaints from residents about the town's working waterfront. Selectman David Chipman said local fishermen pitched the idea to town officials. The policy affirms the town's support for fishermen's right to harvest along...
Southport approves 2 land use ordinances at special town meeting
Southport voters overwhelming approved two amendments to the land use ordinance during a July 24 special town meeting. Just over 60 voters approved the two amendments. One regards state LD 2003, which requires municipalities to take action in creating more affordable housing. The law prohibits municipalities from limiting housing to one unit per lot and allows for less restrictive ordinances to meet state goals.
Second Annual Maine Needham Festival Coming to Wiscasset Sept. 28
Maine Tasting Center, at 506 Old Bath Road in Wiscasset, will host the second annual Maine Needham Festival on Saturday, Sept. 28. This family-friendly event celebrates the cultural and culinary tradition of Maine needhams with food, games, vendors, themed drink specials, needham-making demonstrations and classes, and even a homemade needham contest.
Putnam stays chair, calls for ‘more peaceful’ year
Wiscasset’s school committee on July 23 kept Jason Putnam as chair and made Jodi Hardwick vice chair. “Let’s have a nice new year, everybody, please. I think we can all do better, I know I can do better,” Putnam said. “I wish we can have a more...
Edgecomb close to finishing full-time fire chief job description
On July 23, selectmen followed Edgecomb firemen’s recommendation to hire Roy Potter as chief. Assistant Chief Roland Abbott told selectmen department volunteers were unanimous in their nomination. “We met a couple weeks ago and agreed we want Roy to continue as chief,” he said. Selectmen voted, 3-0, in appointing Potter to a three-year term. All that’s left regarding the new full-time fire chief’s position is a job description.
Maine Art Gallery ‘Made in Maine’ Reception July 27
Works in painting, drawing, textiles, sculpture, photography, and assemblage by members of the Maine Art Gallery in Wiscasset will be on exhibit from Thursday, July 25 to Wednesday, Sept. 8. An opening reception for this energetic and eclectic show will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, July 27. Music...
Bristol to Move Forward with Comp Plan Edits Without Committee
The Bristol Select Board will not reform the town’s comprehensive plan committee to address needed edits to the draft plan and will instead enlist the services of the Midcoast Council of Governments in Damariscotta. The Wednesday, July 17 decision brings to a close weeks of discussion between the select...
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