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Skowhegan paper mill ‘strongly disputes’ lawsuit alleging fault for contaminating water wells

Fairfield resident Nathan Saunders filed a class-action suit Friday, saying the Sappi mill is the source of high levels of 'forever chemicals' in a growing number of Fairfield area wells.

Police: Intruder holds hostage at Livermore Falls house, three others escape

Man enters home at 48 Knapp St. at about 5:30 a.m. Monday. Police were still negotiating with him at almost midnight.
Local & State

Maine Ethics Commission says Senate District 14 candidate violated election law, but assesses no penalty

At issue are four electronic signs posted on behalf of William Guerrette, the Republican candidate in the race, and whether they comply with state election laws.

Tackling the Coronavirus pandemic

Health care

Fully vaccinated people can gather indoors without masks, says new CDC guidance

Local & State

Maine setting records for shots given as national vaccinations ramp up

Local & State

Nursing home gains threatened by lack of vaccine, unvaccinated workers

Woman indicted on charge she stole more than $10,000 from Alfond Youth Center in Waterville

Local & State

Water main break in Skowhegan closes schools, leaves some without pressure

Local & State

Fire damages uninsured house in Madison

Improper disposal of ashes from a wood stove is believed to have caused the blaze early Monday at 852 East Madison Road.

Business

Giant batteries coming to Maine to soak up, send out excess energy

Local & State

Augusta City Council declares house dangerous, gives garage owner time to make his building safe

Schools and Education

Two Augusta schools report positive COVID-19 cases

Gilbert Elementary, and Cony Middle and High School will continue to operate as planned.

Morning Sentinel

Newport-based schools increasing in-person learning, Waterville schools report COVID-19 case

Middle and high school students in Regional School Unit 19 will begin in-person learning four days per week beginning in the next two weeks.

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Scholars Strategy Network: Why Maine needs L.D. 2
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Put a price on carbon to protect Acadia
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Sen. Matt Pouliot: No need for limit on charter schools
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More women than men are getting vaccinated, and the gender gap could persist
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Togus vaccinations go above and beyond
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Our View: Biden’s Rescue Plan sends aid where it’s needed
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Monmouth author to talk about town’s Underground Railroad via Zoom
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Moore named to St. Lawrence University’s dean’s list
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2021 Trek Across Maine to host virtual ride because of coronavirus
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Free virtual health coaching and gentle exercise program to begin March 16
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Augusta student earns recognition at Iowa State University

Maine Crime

Woman indicted on felony murder charges for shooting in Winthrop
Local & State

Starks residents to vote on proposed $564,806 budget at annual Town Meeting
Food & Dining

Best bagels in U.S.? Look right here in Maine
Local & State

Maine may seek $21 million refund from human resources software contractor
Opinion

Tell Us: Should the Maine Department of Labor compensate Mainers whose bank accounts were frozen over a glitch in unemployment claims?

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Put a price on carbon to protect Acadia
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More women than men are getting vaccinated, and the gender gap could persist
Feature Obituary

Charles Scontras, 91, renowned educator, author, Maine labor historian
Local & State

Winslow Town Council hears neighbors on proposed zoning changes in Dunbar Acres
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Hallowell City Council begins laying groundwork for city manager search
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Women take over Gardiner brewery for Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day
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Invasive zebra mussels found in Maine pet stores

Recent Headlines

Winslow native opens Elm City Nutrition and Energy in downtown Waterville

Maine Crime

Man arrested in Whitefield family’s farmstand destruction

Local & State

Massachusetts man who was among first batch of COVID-19 cases in Maine still struggling with heart problems

Sports roundup

Portland Sea Dogs

Sea Dogs announce 2021 game times for Hadlock Field

Sports

Maine Mariners to open 2021-22 season at home on Oct. 22

UMaine Sports

Sidelines: UMaine women’s basketball team a defensive force

Fire damages uninsured house in Madison

Improper disposal of ashes from a wood stove is believed to have caused the blaze early Monday at 852 East Madison Road.

Two Augusta schools report positive COVID-19 cases

Gilbert Elementary, and Cony Middle and High School will continue to operate as planned.

Man who killed his wife in Windham will cite court’s COVID restrictions in appeal of murder sentence

Noah Gaston's attorneys are expected to argue that the sentencing hearing violated his rights to a public trial because courtroom capacity was limited and some people were allowed to address the court by videoconference.