In their latest breakthrough, Ukrainian forces penetrated Moscow’s defenses in the strategic southern Kherson region, one of the four areas in Ukraine that Russia is trying to grab and desperately defend.
October 2022
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, News
It’s flu vaccine time and seniors need revved-up shots
After flu hit historically low levels during the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be poised for a comeback.
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CORRECTION: Artist Alice Tweedie’s website incorrect
The website address for artist Alice Tweedie, who has an exhibit of watercolor paintings on display through Oct. 15 at the Norway Memorial Library, was published incorrectly. The correct address is www.alicetweedieart.com. Pricing lists are available at the display cases and the library information desk has information about purchasing items. For more information, contact Alana […]
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
New justice joins bench as Supreme Court hears dispute over Clean Water Act
The court began its new term on Monday, when several conservative justices seemed skeptical of wetlands regulation in a case that tests the reach of the Clean Water Act beyond rivers, lakes and streams.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Home destroyed, no injuries in Brighton Plantation fire, official says
Fire crews from eight communities respond to blaze Sunday, and its cause remained under investigation Monday, according to Athens fire Chief Brett Strout.
Posted inCommunity, Morning Sentinel
Waterville Fire Department sets open house for Saturday
The Waterville Fire Department plans to hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, at the 7 College Ave. firehouse. The event will feature activities for children, periodic demonstrations and station tours. Food and beverages will be provided. For more information, call the station at 207-680-4735. Check out […]
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Oath Keepers planned an ‘armed rebellion’ on Jan. 6, prosecutor says as trial starts
Five men are accused of a weekslong plot to stop the transfer of power from Republican Donald Trump to Democrat Joe Biden.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
UMaine announces search committee for new athletic director
The school plans to bring finalists for the job to campus by mid-November, and to make a hire in early December.
Posted inBusiness, Maine Cannabis Report
Amazon cracks down on products it views as cannabis related
The tech giants have tended to allow products that are not ‘plant facing,’ but Amazon recently changed the artificial intelligence it uses to search for contraband and more businesses are getting booted.
Posted inNation & World, News
Russia smuggling Ukrainian grain to help pay for Putin’s war
An investigation by The Associated Press and the PBS series “Frontline” has documented a sophisticated Russian-run smuggling operation that has used falsified manifests and seaborne subterfuge to steal Ukrainian grain worth at least $530 million.