2018 – Page 1794 – Centralmaine.com

Lightning strikes utility pole, destroys water main, ignites fire in Saco townhouse

Fire officials say the strike apparently traveled underground before starting the fire in a basement unit.

Citing the complexity of the proposal, the panel instead votes to set up a task force to study the issue and make a recommendation by December.

by STAFF REPORT April 4, 2018April 4, 2018

The warrant, voted on by secret ballot, allows a policy change for how selectmen spend money in specific cases related to emergencies.

The newborn reindeer was a surprise birth at the Pony X-Press traveling petting zoo this past weekend.

by MICHAEL R. BLOOD Associated Press April 4, 2018April 4, 2018

State treasurers write a letter appealing to the U.S. attorney general to help resolve conflicts between federal and state laws.

The Maine Republican, however, says she’s not optimistic that such measures will be considered by Congress this year.

by Jennifer Kaplan Bloomberg April 4, 2018April 4, 2018

One research firm projects legal cannabis will be a $75 billion industry in 12 years.

The plane was about 15 miles out when it turned around and returned.

Training for a terrifying attack in schools reveals much about our actions and emotions, Liz Soares writes.

Troll takes credit for targeting Nick Isgro as Maine Democratic Party lashes out at mayor, saying he “should be ashamed of his comment.”