No one was injured in the crash caused by ‘a complete solid whiteout’ that occurred when the strong winds whipped up snow that had fallen Monday.
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Posted inMaine, News
Maine educators press state to prioritize vaccinations for teachers
As pressure builds to get children back in classrooms, teachers say they’re disappointed by Gov. Janet Mills’ new eligibility guidelines based solely on age. And President Biden says he aims to get every educator at least 1 dose by the end of March.
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Posted inHealth, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta Civic Center’s vaccine clinic closing next week for legislative activity
The clinic, which will be closed March 10-11, is due to reopen March 12, according to Kennebec County Emergency Management Agency Director Sean Goodwin.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Biden’s pick for SEC flags trading app gimmicks for scrutiny
Gary Gensler, a professor at MIT and leader of Biden’s transition team responsible for the Federal Reserve, has experience in cryptocurrency and new financial technologies.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Former Auburn lawyer Seth Carey arrested in Florida, charged with sex crimes
Police said their investigation began in March 2018, when a 34-year-old woman reported to Rumford police that Carey, now 46, had sexually assaulted her.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Lawmakers propose 5-year extension of Maine’s lobster marketing group
The Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative’s 5-year authorization is set to expire in October, but one official says the group’s work is more important than ever.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
UMaine women aiming for 6th straight trip to conference final
The Black Bears, the top seed in the America East basketball tournament, will host Albany in a semifinal on Sunday.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Cony’s Project Graduation to get financial boost from ice fishing tournament
Prizes donated by sponsors will be awarded to participants for the largest and smallest fish caught, among other categories.
Posted inBusiness
Pandemic loan program at high-risk for fraud, auditor finds
The Government Accountability Office’s report noted that there are still delays in getting key information about the loans.
Posted inNation & World
Biden prioritizes vaccine for teachers, says U.S. supply can cover all adults by end of May
Despite the stepped-up pace of vaccine production, the work of inoculating Americans could extend well into the summer, officials said, depending both on the government’s capacity to deliver doses and Americans’ willingness to roll up their sleeves.