The problems between centrist Democrats and progressive newcomers have been developing for weeks, mounting as Congress struggled to pass a border funding package.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Report advocates more visible sidewalks in Augusta after increase in pedestrian fatalities
A Maine Department of Transportation study, in response to increase in pedestrian deaths on Maine roads, recommends changes to increase visibility of pedestrian crossings.
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Posted inMaine
Bar Harbor man wins 2nd large lottery prize in as many years
Peter Alley wins $500,000 on a ticket he purchased at a Portland convenience store in June, less than 2 years after he won a $100,000 lottery prize.
Posted inSports
Baseball: Capital Area forces another meeting with Somerset
Five-run inning the key as teams set up rematch for spot in 13-15 Babe Ruth state final.
Posted inNation & World
New Orleans area braces for first hurricane of the season
The storm could form a dangerous combination with the already-high Mississippi River, Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards warns.
Posted inNation & World
Trump’s July Fourth extravaganza cost about $5.4 million
Democratic lawmakers have condemned the expenditures for the Independence Day celebration, which came in addition to the traditional concert, fireworks and events held near the U.S. Capitol.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Transient gets seven years for Lewiston bank robbery
Joseph Tilton pleaded guilty to robbing Androscoggin Bank on Sabattus Street in April.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Zakk Maher files lawsuit to force Mechanic Falls to disclose reasons for attempted termination
Auburn lawyer Adam Lee filed a case in Superior Court on Thursday to force the town to hand over information about the rationale behind what he says was an illegal attempt to terminate its town manager.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Senate candidate Betsy Sweet endorsed by liberal group tied to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Justice Democrats, which helped elect Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in New York, has endorsed Sweet while other national groups are backing Sara Gideon to challenge Sen. Susan Collins next year.
Posted inSidelines, Sports
Sidelines: A troublesome hole at Maine Amateur
Hole 2 at Portland Country Club played tough all week and was the pivotal hole in the final round, Travis Lazarczyk writes.