Michael Welcome, 15, received a room makeover for his wish, complete with rock posters and a stereo system.
2016
Posted inBusiness
Income gap grows between white and black workers
A study shows black men make 22 percent less than white men with the same education and experience.
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Posted inBusiness
‘Hear and Now’ sounds out ideas on workplace hearing loss
But it may not be enough for the Department of Labor to solicit ideas and technology if hazardous noise standards are too low.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine’s wild blueberry crop bigger than expected in drought
Maine’s harvest most likely will hit its five-year average of 93 million pounds, keeping prices low.
Posted inMaine, News
New fire station taking shape in north Augusta
The Augusta fire chief still anticipates the new station will be completed by Jan. 31, even though laying the foundation has taken longer than expected.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Architect chosen for Winslow Junior High School student relocation plan
Portland-based Stephen Blatt Architects was chosen for the work and officials expect to have a cost estimate in a few months for moving junior high students to the elementary and high schools.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Bangor man sentenced to 3 years in prison for distributing crack
Antonio Gordon distributed 19 grams of the drug on three occasions in December 2014 and January 2015, authorities say.
Posted inMaine, News
China Board of Selectmen approve a draft warrant with spending proposals
Residents will vote on eight articles on the Nov. 8 ballot in addition to electing local officials.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Deputies find bloody burglary suspect talking to Waterboro resident’s children
Timothy Normand Jr., who lives nearby and apparently had been drinking, broke into the home twice, police say.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Police: Domestic violence suspect attacked officer en route to jail
Andrew Smith, 37, of Thorndike, faces a slew of charges after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend and a responding police officer.