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Do You Remember the Memorial Bridge Motor Court in Augusta, Maine?
Crossing the mighty Kennebec River, Augusta's Memorial Bridge was built in the late 1940s. It allowed for much easier access to several important buildings on the city's east side, including the hospital and AMHI. The bridge, which is approximately 2,100 feet long as two lanes for traffic and a sidewalk separated by a concrete barrier. From it's opening until October of 1967, a toll was collected from each motorized vehicle crossing the bridge. Once the bridge was paid for, the toll was ended.
Can Offensive Profanity Be Displayed Publicly in Maine?
While driving in Augusta yesterday, many of us noticed a man holding up a sign with profane language. He was doing it for political reasons, but still, it was inappropriate and not something you are used to seeing daily. It made me wonder if this is something a person could...
Maine Labor Department Seeks Public Comment on Paid Family Leave Rules
AUGUSTA, Maine – The Maine Department of Labor has announced the release of proposed rules for the state's new Paid Family and Medical Leave Program. The public is invited to submit comments on these rules through July 8, 2024.
Mainers ask federal officials to consider sea-run fish in relicensing of Kennebec River dams
More than 2,000 Mainers signed a petition asking federal officials to think about endangered Atlantic salmon and other sea-run fish in the Kennebec River as regulators evaluate the licenses for four dams. Local residents, fishing groups and the Wabanaki Tribes have long called for the removal of the four river dams between Waterville and Skowhegan […] The post Mainers ask federal officials to consider sea-run fish in relicensing of Kennebec River dams appeared first on Maine Morning Star.
Final Opportunity for Whitefield Voters to Update Party Affiliation on June 4
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