WINSLOW — Female-owned commercial waterproofing company Standard Waterproofing has announced the acquisition of New England Fireproofing, a commercial fireproofing company out of Freeport. In operation since 1991, Standard Waterproofing has diversified its services to businesses throughout Maine. The acquisition of New England Fireproofing adds to Standard Waterproofing’s suite of services, including moisture protection, thermal and […]
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Posted inElection 2022, Elections, Local Elections, Maine, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Big changes afoot in Fairfield-area school district as residents consider plan for $47 million elementary school
The state would pick up nearly all of the tab for the project, which would lead to the closure of three schools as the district moves to consolidate grades.
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Posted inElection 2022, Politics
Poll: Economic issues top Maine voter concerns, abortion ranks lower
The Pan Atlantic Research of Portland poll released Thursday suggests that voters are not blaming high prices and taxes on incumbent Gov. Janet Mills, who held a 10 percentage-point lead among poll respondents over former two-term, Republican Gov. Paul LePage.
Posted inNation & World, News, Schools and Education
Biden says nearly 22 million have already requested student loan relief
President Biden blasted Republicans who have criticized his relief program, saying ‘their outrage is wrong and it’s hypocritical.’
Posted inBusiness, Maine, New England, News
Judge denies request to continue work on NECEC transmission corridor
Lawyers for the CMP-backed project to bring hydropower from Quebec through western Maine had asked a court to reconsider an injunction halting the work while the case progresses.
Posted inElection 2022, Lewiston-Auburn
Paul LePage and Bruce Poliquin team up to campaign in Lewiston
The two Republican candidates told seniors at the Franco Center that Maine and the nation need change.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Police investigate report of stolen RV from overflow lot used by Manchester dealer
The Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate the camper, which was reported missing from an overflow lot used by Scott’s Recreation on Western Avenue. It had been brought to the RV dealership to be serviced and winterized.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Jan. 6 panel issues subpoena to Trump, demanding he testify
It is unclear how Trump and his legal team will respond to the subpoena.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Norridgewock man involved in wreck that killed 2 pleads guilty to driving to endanger
David ‘Mike’ Obert entered the plea last week after he was initially charged with two counts of manslaughter following a 2019 collision in Madison that killed a married couple.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Sidelines: As high school football season flies by, make sure to cherish what’s still to come
With the majority of the season behind us, it’s time to revel in the 5 weeks that remain, Mike Mandell writes.