City councilors on Tuesday voted 4-3 to rezone 8 Highwood St. so the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter could develop apartments for seniors and disabled people with families, and some emergency housing for homeless people, but the vote fell short of the needed supermajority.
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Posted inMaine, Politics
Democratic governors’ group reserves $5 million in TV ad time for Maine’s race
The Maine Republican Party previously announced nearly $4 million in TV ad bookings for the race.
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Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Somerville farm plans to reopen May 8 with more activities
SOMERVILLE — Pumpkin Vine Family Farm plans to reopen to the public Sunday, May 8, at 217 Hewett Road. Visitors can experience every aspect of farm life, from good food and friends to fun outdoors with goats. The farm is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Sunday, May 8 through Dec. 18, according […]
Posted inNation & World
Russia using ‘missile terrorism’ in wide attacks, Ukraine says
The European Union’s top official called on the 27-nation bloc on Wednesday to ban Russian oil imports.
Posted inCommunity, Local Government, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Pittsfield officials OK spending plans for road work, Fire Department
The Town Council on Tuesday approved a proposal to secure low-interest loans for water and sewer line work along Birchwood Terrace and Hunnewell Avenue.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Fed raises key interest rate by a half-point to tame highest inflation in 40 years
The Federal Reserve’s credit tightening will likely mean higher borrowing rates for many consumers and businesses over time, including for mortgages, credit cards and auto loans.
Posted inMaine, News
Rick Lawrence sworn in as Maine’s first Black Supreme Judicial Court justice
The longtime district court judge said he will bring a strong perspective that the state’s highest court makes legal decisions that affect people’s everyday lives.
Posted inColumns, Liz Soares
Thinking Things Through: Books to occupy the mind
During recuperation from knee replacement surgery, Liz Soares more than doubled her consumption of books and has a number of highlights to share.
Posted inMaine, News, Uncategorized
Remains of Portland woman missing 3 years found in Bangor
Cathy Pride, 63, was reported missing from Portland on May 8, 2019. Her remains were found in Bangor last month.
Posted inMaine
Maine has nation’s highest COVID infection rate as state reports another 1,030 cases
Infections have spiked in Maine and across the Northeast as more contagious variants emerge.