A veteran who lived three miles from VA Maine Healthcare System-Togus has admitted to claiming falsely he traveled hundreds of miles to get there in order to collect reimbursement of $17,725.
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Augusta murder suspect seeks suppression of statement to police
AUGUSTA — Michael Young’s hands and shorts were covered with blood when police arrived at the apartment he shared with David Cox.
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Despite setback, Maine still hopeful about natural gas pipeline deal
AUGUSTA — State officials said Thursday they remain very much interested in natural gas being brought to more Mainers, even though flaws have torpedoed the state’s award of a multi-million dollar contract to build a pipeline in central Maine.
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Bill Nemitz: GOP fires more silly stuff at Angus King
David Sorensen reminds me of the kid who murders both of his parents and then asks the judge for mercy because he’s an orphan . . .
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Maine ACLU warns against limiting political signs on private property
In at least three communities, candidates were told their signs violated local ordinances, but the ACLU says such laws are unconstitutional.
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Federal court rejects Maine’s Medicaid complaint
Gov. LePage would like to remove 24,000 low-income parents, as well as some elderly and 19- and 20-year-olds in order to balance the budget.
Posted inBusiness, News
Maine tidal turbine goes online, first in North America
The turbine at the bottom of Cobscook Bay can generate 180 kilowatts of electricity, enough to power 30 homes.
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Sally Struthers arrested for OUI in Maine
The actress was taken into custody following a traffic stop in Ogunquit, but she denies the allegations.
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Westbrook woman, 61, oldest ever to swim across Tsugaru Strait
In 19 hours and 36 minutes, Pat Gallant-Charette swims 33 miles, starting from the island of Honshu and reaching the island of Hokkaido in the middle of the night.
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NYC bans big sugary drinks at eateries, theaters
The regulation puts a 16-ounce size limit on cups and bottles of non-diet soda, sweetened teas, and other calorie-packed beverages.