He and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer say they have reached agreement on health care costs, energy and climate issues, taxing higher earners and large corporations and reducing federal debt.
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Posted inLocal & State
Maine COVID-19 hospitalizations rise
The state reported an uptick in patients Wednesday, but continues to have one of the nation’s lowest infection rates.
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Posted inLocal & State
Photos: Fire destroys home in South China Wednesday
Photos taken by Morning Sentinel photojournalist Michael G. Seamans.
Posted inNation & World
Man tied to Capitol officer’s attack pleads guilty to lesser charges
Another man accused of attacking the officer with bear spray on Jan. 6, 2021, is weighing a stricter plea deal that calls for a prison sentence exceeding 6 years.
Posted inLocal & State, Local Government, Morning Sentinel
Clinton officials consider purchasing new ambulance using federal pandemic relief money
Fire Chief Travis Leary spoke with selectmen Tuesday about using the federal money to replace an ambulance that is 20 years old and has 146,000 miles on it.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Augusta board recommends zone change for housing project, sparking larger question of Western Avenue’s future
The proposal to demolish a vacant building at 99 Western Ave. to make way for a new building with 11 studio apartments and 27 one-bedroom apartments is also sparking discussion about need to make the busy four-lane road safer for pedestrians and motorists.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
A historic Vassalboro church that was focus of months-long dispute is demolished
The man who owned the former Methodist church on Priest Hill Road said he was working to renovate the building, but the town said little progress had been made and it remained a public hazard.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Residents voice opposition to Madison affordable housing project
A majority of people who attended a public hearing Tuesday were critical of the housing plans because they believe the project will erode their quality of life.
Posted inNation & World, Sports
In rare contact, U.S. offers Russia deal for Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan
The secretary of state did not offer details on the proposed deal, which was offered weeks ago, though it is unclear if it will be enough for Russia to release the Americans.
Posted inLocal & State, Religion and Values
Catholic Church says sexual abuse allegations against Maine priest were unfounded
An investigation of the 2 allegations found that the abuse, which allegedly took place in the 1980s, ‘could not have occurred,’ the Portland Diocese said.