The proposal to cut $16 million beginning in March runs into criticism among legislative budget writers, especially Democrats, who object to the governor’s approach.
May 2017
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Georgia man tells Waterville students of life after causing death
Waterville Senior High School students headed into prom weekend were moved by Chris Sandy’s story about how his life was turned upside down when he killed an elderly couple while driving drunk.
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Posted inAuto Racing, Sports
Ben Ashline hopes to write new history in Coastal 200
Fairfield driver returns to Late Model ranks for 1st time in 3 years.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine expecting strong tourist season, with gas prices steady and consumers ready to spend
Travel and tourism officials say Memorial Day weekend will prime the pump for another stellar year.
Posted inNation & World, News, Outdoors
Against biologist’s urging, N.H. bear family to be spared
The sow and four cubs have been roaming neighborhoods near Dartmouth College.
Posted inMaine, News
Oakland Fire Department wins six-figure grant for gear
The $130,096 grant awarded by FEMA will buy 20 breathing devices for firefighters.
Posted inSoftball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Softball notebook: Erskine fighting for its playoff life
Eagles likely need win over Gardiner or Morse to slip into Class B North field.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Florists in Waterville, Fairfield, Oakland experience busy May
While some say Memorial Day sales have slipped over the years, others report that people still are buying flowers to mark the holiday.
Posted inMaine, News
Fire-damaged Richmond building demolished
The building had been standing since the end of December, when a second-floor fire destroyed its upper stories.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Waterville mother charged after allegedly leaving 3 kids alone all night
Samantha Renee Clark, 33, was arrested for violating probation after her children allegedly told officers they didn’t know where she was.