Columnist Dave Dyer produces his wishes for the sports world entering 2022.
2021
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Kennebec County commissioners meet virtually to avoid COVID-19 risk
The chairwoman of the Kennebec County commissioners said with the widespread growth of COVID-19 cases she opted to hold Tuesday’s meeting virtually.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Biden administration moves to expand solar power on U.S. land
Almost 1,400 square miles of public land has been identified, and if developed, could produce enough electricity for 29 million homes.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Local Government
Kennebec County register of deeds steps down after 19 years on job
Beverly Bustin-Hatheway has resigned and the Kennebec County commissioners are appointing Diane Wilson, deputy register since 2011, as acting register to fill the remaining year of the term.
Posted inBoston Bruins, Sports
Bruins notebook: Brandon Carlo placed in COVID protocol; Jakub Zboril has knee surgery
Boston has 10 players in the COVID protocol, though it hopes to have some of the back in time for practice on Sunday.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Omicron casts new shadow over economy’s pandemic recovery
One fear is that infections will further disrupt manufacturing and shipping, worsening the supply chain backlogs.
Posted inCommunity News, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News, Uncategorized
China to stick with sheriff’s office for law enforcement coverage, looks to sell cruiser
The town’s police force was inactivated earlier this year and selectmen said Monday that they have been pleased with coverage provided by Kennebec County deputies.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Federal watchdog say Trump administration overpaid corn farmers by $3 billion
A federal watchdog says the Trump administration overpaid corn farmers by about $3 billion in federal aid in 2019 and that farmers in the South were paid more for the same crops than elsewhere in the country
Posted inSports
NBA commissioner says league has no plans to pause season
Adam Silver tells ESPN the league has examined options but does not see a reason to stop play.
Posted inLocal & State
Free walk-in clinic for COVID-19 vaccine at Augusta Armory canceled Wednesday over icy weather
The clinic is offering all vaccine types, as well as booster shots and doses for children age 5 and older.