The words of caution come as the Legislature prepares to debate what it should do with $822 million in additional revenue being projected for the current two-year budget.
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Posted inOlympics, Sports
U.S. dignitaries shun Olympics, but what about sponsors?
Commentary: The absence of the U.S. delegation might cause a stir at the start, but it will be pretty much ignored.
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Posted inNews
Wilton man pleads not guilty to endangering welfare of dependent person
Irving Faunce, 76, was indicted by a Franklin County grand jury in October.
Posted inBoston Bruins, Sports
Bruins notebook: Tuukka Rask practices with Boston for first time this season
Many expect goalie Tuukka Rask – currently unsigned and coming back from hip surgery – to rejoin the Bruins after the new year.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Future space for food pantry, police headquarters unclear as Hallowell councilors mull uses of old fire station
A draft document outlining the city’s next steps and decisions will be available for council’s upcoming Dec. 13 meeting.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Woman struck, killed while walking on Route 196 in Topsham, police say
The woman was walking with her six-year-old when she was struck by a vehicle. Police are not releasing the names of those involved.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Drake withdraws 2 Grammy nominations from final ballot
He was nominated for best rap album and best rap performance.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Fatal fire in Bangor followed removal of encampment of homeless people
An advocate blames the tragedy on the city’s decision to clear the I-395 encampment without offering housing alternatives.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Colby women’s basketball team off to torrid start
Mules (7-1) looking to make some noise in tough NESCAC this winter.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, Times Record Sports, UMaine Sports
Maine native Jordan Stevens hired as UMaine head football coach
Stevens, who had been an assistant coach at Yale since 2015, attended Mt. Blue High and starred as a defensive end for the Black Bears.