Did ‘tensions over landscaping’ really come to this?
2017
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Posted inMaine
New Maine lead standard fuels 10-fold jump in interventions after children test positive
Under the new law, thresholds for testing have been lowered to align with federal Centers for Disease Control recommendations.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Auburn man convicted in 2013 Minot rampage case wants new trial
Michael Callahan, who pleaded guilty to setting fire to his ex-wife’s mobile home and burning down his family’s home, claims his constitutional rights were violated.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Life & Culture, Nation & World
Trump administration proposes allowing tip-pooling in restaurants
Critics say ending the Labor Department’s practice of treating gratuities as the property of workers would be stealing workers’ wages.
Posted inMaine
Portions of Brunswick rail corridor could qualify as quiet zones
A draft report indicates the town could qualify under current conditions, but future changes could force additional facilities.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Campus puppy party helps UMF students, staff relieve stress
Nearly 500 people took part in an event that included 7 golden retriever puppies in the Farmington Campus Center.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Scarborough Downs’ potential new owners envision town center, active racetrack
Cross Roads Holdings’ long-term plans for the land it has under contract to buy include housing, shopping, dining, offices, an interconnected road network, trails, recreation facilities.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Protesters, soldiers clash in West Bank, Gaza Strip over Trump’s Jerusalem move
Tear gas and stun grenades were fired upon Palestinian protesters after fires were started and soldiers were pelted with rocks.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Al Franken will resign from Senate over allegations of sexual misconduct
Allegations first surfaced in November but a new allegation Wednesday caused several Democrats to call for Franken’s resignation.