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Bangor has to replace its new public bathrooms
BANGOR (BDN) -- Bangor’s four public bathrooms will be removed and sent back to the manufacturer after the city found they don’t meet the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. The error was in schematics prepared by a third party firm, which were given to the manufacturer to construct...
Maine Authorities Confirm Body Found in Casco Bay was from Bow
A body recovered from Casco Bay at the end of July has been positively identified by the Maine Medical Examiner as 31-year-old Bow native Edward Berke. Berke, an alumnus of Bow High School, was on a boating trip with three others when the Coast Guard received a distress call on July 4th reporting Berke had fallen overboard near Clapboard Island.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
David Estey and Emily Sabino ‘Talk Art in Maine’
Lincoln Theater is pleased to announce the return of the beloved program "Talking Art in Maine." While the focus of the program remains the same as season’s past, welcoming notable Artists and Curators who have made a substantial contribution to the arts in the state of Maine, this season we do have an exciting change. Lincoln Theater is thrilled to welcome local artist Emily Sabino who is taking over the helm as host of Talking Art in Maine beginning Aug. 22, and welcoming special guest, artist David Estey.
Baker Newman Noyes will change up its leadership structure next year
Baker Newman Noyes, the second-largest accounting firm in Maine, will transform its leadership structure following the exit of Dayton Benway, who plans to retire at the end of the year. Benway led the Portland-based firm for six years as managing principal. He previously led and served in the firm’s health...
Boothbay Harbor eyes town equipment, parking upgrades
Boothbay Harbor selectmen on Aug. 12 approved several purchases, including equipment for the public works and fire departments. The board also moved ahead on constructing electric vehicle charging stations in the town hall lot. The board approved a purchase order for a public works street sweeper. According to Town Manager...
GSA to announce major investments in clean construction projects in Maine
PORTLAND (WGME) -- The General Services Administration (GSA) will announce on Wednesday major investments in clean construction projects in Maine. The projects are aimed to combat climate change and create new jobs. This is part of President Joe Biden's “Investing in America” agenda. The Biden-Harris Administration will be...
Kennedy cleared for Maine ballot after challenge dropped
(The Center Square) — Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. will likely appear on Maine ballots in November after a challenge to his nominating petitions was dropped. Secretary of State Shenna Bellows announced that a hearing set for Wednesday had been canceled, with the challenge withdrawn by the filer, clearing what is likely a final hurdle to get on the ballot with Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump in November. ...
Measure What Matters – A Community Conversation About How to Measure What Matters About Schools
The Maine Department of Education is hosting a series of community conversations throughout the State about how to measure what matters about schools. There will be held one in Lamoine on Monday, August 26th from 5 to 7 p.m. The goal of these community conversations is to answer questions like.
Right to privacy prevails in Maine utility company's case to out illegal marijuana operations
TURNER, Maine — The Maine Public Utilities Commission has rejected a proposal initiated by Versant Power to alert law enforcement to high electricity consumption as a way to crack down on illegal marijuana growing operations. State and federal officials have been trying to figure out a way to stop...
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