In two weeks, the number of infected people who need ventilators to breathe has jumped from 28 to 40.
2021
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Kennebec Historical Society postpones September program
Due to the surge in COVID-19 Delta variant cases and to hold true to its commitment to offer as safe an event as possible, Kennebec Historical Society is postponing its September program, Kenny Wing’s “Artifacts Found Along Benedict Arnold’s Trail,” to a future date. But the society will still hold its 2021 annual meeting by […]
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Posted inMaine, News
Officials examine human remains found off I-295, where Richmond woman was last seen in 2019
Falmouth police have notified the family of Anneliese Heinig, who has been missing for nearly 2 years.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Texas firm to acquire Prime auto dealerships from scandal-ridden owner
Group 1 Automotive Inc. has agreed to purchase Prime Automotive from GPB Capital Holdings, a New York investment firm that has become the target of investors’ lawsuits and criminal allegations.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Third round of child tax credit payments goes out this week. Here’s what to know.
The temporarily enhanced tax credits provide eligible parents with up to $3,600 per child over the course of a year.
Posted inNation & World, New England
Second lawsuit alleges sexual abuse by multiple staffers at New Hampshire youth center
The lawsuit names the state health and human services commissioner and several former staffers.
Posted inNation & World
Climate change could force 200 million people to move by 2050
A World Bank report has found climate change could create migration hotspots unless urgent action is taken to reduce global emissions.
Posted inMaine
Maine potato farmers feeling optimistic ahead of harvest
Maine spud growers are feeling hopeful with a solid crop and reopening restaurants driving stronger demand.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Things to Do
Face the Music: Dave Gutter goes solo, and self-deprecating, with ‘I’ve Been Here Awhile’
The five-song EP from the Rustic Overtones singer delves into mortality.