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Organic farmers group seeks help for Maine dairy farmers from company that cut ties to them

Maine's largest organic food organization is asking international food company Danone to reverse its decision to cancel contracts with 89 organic dairy producers, including 14 in Maine.

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Feds charge deputies, cop, prosecutor and town official in Farmington pot conspiracy

The raid of an illegal marijuana growing and distribution operation in Farmington uncovers a vast conspiracy.
Local & State

Kennebec River in Waterville, Winslow quietly becomes destination spot for anglers, nature lovers

The river, once known for its foul water, has transformed to become a recreational gem just a stone's throw from downtown Waterville, Maine guides and others say.

Maine remains a hot spot for COVID-19 – and the explanations vary

Maine Crime

Pittston man indicted on charges he stalked Kennebec County sheriff, other police by sending threatening online messages

Local Elections

In special election, city councilor and Army veteran vie for one of Augusta’s seats in Maine House of Representatives

Schools and Education

Waterville planners get first look at expansion proposal for Mitchell School

The Planning Board this week got a first look at a proposed 5,000-square-foot kindergarten classroom addition to the George J. Mitchell School.

Local & State

Skowhegan project seen as part of broad push for more affordable housing in Maine

Local & State

Somerset County officials work to contain COVID-19 outbreak at county jail

Over 60 Mt. Blue students protest district COVID-19 policies with ‘freedom of choice’ walkout

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Feds charge deputies, cop, prosecutor and town official in Farmington pot conspiracy
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Girls soccer: Maranacook blanks Spruce Mountain in Class C South quarterfinals
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UMaine System trustees accept USM president’s resignation despite faculty’s concerns
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Local roundup: Mt. Abram boys soccer ousts Maranacook from Class C South playoffs
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Former player at the heart of Blackhawks assault scandal comes forward publicly
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Girls soccer: York shuts out Erskine to reach B South semifinals
New England Patriots Posted: 6:56 PM

Henry not nostalgic as Pats prepare to face his former team
College Posted: 6:55 PM

Wednesday’s college roundup: USM upends Plymouth State 3-1 in field hockey
Business Posted: 5:42 PM

Rise in baguette prices poses crunch for the French
Local & State Posted: 5:41 PM

Organic farmers group seeks help for Maine dairy farmers from company that cut ties to them
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Kennebec River in Waterville, Winslow quietly becomes destination spot for anglers, nature lovers
Maine Crime Posted: 5:39 PM

Pittston man indicted on charges he stalked Kennebec County sheriff, other police by sending threatening online messages

MAINE COVID-19 VACCINE TRACKER

Fully vaccinated

915,325

Percent of Maine population

68.09%

Full vaccination includes 1-dose vaccine

Sources: Maine CDC and U.S. Census Bureau.

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Local & State

Truck hauling 50 beehives crashes in Gardiner, police say
Farmington to consult attorney about a moratorium on solar farms
Elections

Big drop in absentee ballots this year, but in-person voting hard to predict
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Dana Wilde: Inside Indian summer
Local & State

Little damage reported, some outages in central Maine as nor’easter brushes by region
Maine Crime

Former Maine Med official pleads guilty to fraud charges
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Question 1 not about a ‘pristine’ forest

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Schools and Education

UMaine System trustees accept USM president’s resignation despite faculty’s concerns
Maine Crime

Pittston man indicted on charges he stalked Kennebec County sheriff, other police by sending threatening online messages
Local Elections

In special election, city councilor and Army veteran vie for one of Augusta’s seats in Maine House of Representatives
Local & State

Family of man killed by snowblower sues 2 Bangor hospitals
Schools and Education

Waterville planners get first look at expansion proposal for Mitchell School
Local & State

Maine remains a hot spot for COVID-19 – and the explanations vary

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Local & State

Hallowell officials, residents discuss plans for police department at former fire station

Local Elections

Race for Augusta mayor pits former longtime councilor against current at-large councilor

Maine Crime

Woman reportedly robs Big Apple store in Augusta, police say

Sports roundup

Varsity Maine

Football notebook: Return of captain gives Gardiner big boost

Field hockey: Winthrop pulls away from rival Maranacook in a Class C South quarterfinal

Boys Soccer: No. 7 Cape eliminates No. 2 Erskine in Class B South quarterfinals

Skowhegan project seen as part of broad push for more affordable housing in Maine

Gov. Janet Mills was in Skowhegan on Tuesday to tout a redevelopment that will become the Mary Street Apartments and offer 40 affordable units.

Augusta council to vote on appointing city’s first female manager

Susan Robertson, 62, has served as the city's acting manager since September after longtime City Manager William Bridgeo retired.

Portland school employee now faces federal sex crime charges

The latest charges against Benjamin Conroy are related to the same incident in the classroom at Ocean Avenue Elementary School where he worked as an education technician.