There’s been significant interest in what will happen to the old copper on the iconic green dome after it’s replaced this year.
May 2014
Waterville’s no-tax-hike budget includes trash fee
A pay-as-you-throw trash plan that officials say would trim more than $300,000 would be subject to a 2015 city referendum.
Norridgewock lawmaker recognized for overdose prevention work
Rep. Ann Dorney got the Harm Reduction Hero award for pushing a law that allows responders to carry Narcan, which treats overdoses.
Farmington selectmen propose creating a contract for town manager
The suggestion was not on the meeting agenda; the board will review how to publicize meeting topics.
More Skowhegan businesses hit by burglars
Police say a store camera provides “a really good lead” to the latest burglaries, which included two ice cream parlors.
Augusta agenda includes elementary school moves, superintendent contract
The school board at a special meeting Wednesday will consider a contract for interim Superintendent James Anastasio.
Dictionary serves up ‘poutine’ among its new words
The dish of french fries covered with gravy and curds joins such other new words as selfie, hot spot and steampunk.
Unity man pleads guilty to furnishing cocaine
Marlin Traynum, 44, was arrested March 5 in Waterville with 13.5 grams of the drug hidden in a body cavity.
Augusta man faces attempted murder, arson charges
Jason K. Brown pleaded not guilty Monday to setting an Augusta fire last August in an attempt to kill someone.