September 13, 2017 – Centralmaine.com

Nation & World

Jared Kushner’s public life complicates family’s ownership of pricey NYC tower

by and Jonathan O'Connell The Washington Post September 13, 2017

What appeared to be a shrewd business deal in 2007 now haunts Kushner Cos. as the bills come due.

Maine, News

Planning Board approves Hallowell fire station design

by Jason Pafundi September 13, 2017

The city will host a ceremonial groundbreaking Friday morning at Stevens Commons for the multimillion-dollar station, which is expected to be completed by April.

Nation & World, News, Politics

Top Democrats say Trump will work on deal to protect ‘dreamers’ from deportation

by Ed O'Keefe and David Nakamura The Washington Post September 13, 2017September 14, 2017

Sen. Charles Schumer and Rep. Nancy Pelosi say, ‘We agreed to enshrine the protections of DACA into law quickly.’

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Augusta superintendent gets new three-year contract

by Keith Edwards September 13, 2017

AUGUSTA — The school board has voted to give Superintendent James Anastasio a new three-year contract extension to keep him on the job until June 2021. Board members voted unanimously and without debate Wednesday in favor of the contract with the superintendent. “I’d like to thank the board for their support and I look forwad […]

Maine, Maine Crime, News

Sanford police make drug arrest near school

by Staff Report September 13, 2017September 13, 2017

Joshua Noorda of Sanford was arrested Wednesday and charged with aggravated drug trafficking.

Nation & World, Politics

Sanders rolls out plan for federally run health insurance

by ALAN FRAM Associated Press September 13, 2017September 13, 2017

Sixteen Democrats join the Vermont independent’s call for a costly remake of the U.S. health care system.

Outdoors, Sports

Saltwater fishing report

by Bruce Joule September 13, 2017September 13, 2017

If you are a recreational saltwater angler, Maine law may require you to register with the Maine Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry. To learn more or to register, visit maine.gov/saltwater or call 633-9505. OFFSHORE Groundfishing is good and should remain strong well into the fall. Anglers fishing the northern end of Jeffreys and the fingers report […]