NORTH MONMOUTH — Gene’s Auto Repair & Sales signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer to serve the North Monmouth community. The business at 1088 U.S. Route 202 will offer services such as U-Haul trucks, trailers, towing equipment, support rental items and pre-tow inspection. Normal business hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through […]
2023
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine lawmaker’s proposal reflects national debate about gun-free zones, but faces strong opposition
A similar proposal didn’t make it out of committee in 2017, and some legislative leaders said they are opposed to Rep. Jim White’s bill to assign liability to owners of gun-free zones where people are hurt or injured.
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Posted inNation & World, Politics
Colorado judge finds Trump engaged in insurrection, but rejects ballot challenge
A clause in the 14th Amendment prevents anyone from holding office who ‘engaged in insurrection or rebellion’ against the Constitution.
Posted inSports
NBA roundup: Memphis guard Marcus Smart out with left foot injury
Smart will miss three to five weeks after suffering a sprained left foot in a loss to the Lakers on Tuesday.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Nation & World
Salmonella in cantaloupes sickens dozens in 15 states, U.S. health officials say
At least 43 people in 15 states have been infected in the outbreak announced Friday, including 17 people who were hospitalized.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Friday’s college roundup: UMaine drops top-10 battle with Boston University
Men’s hockey: The ninth-ranked Black Bears suffer their first Hockey East loss of the season, 3-2.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
U.S. washout on Indo-Pacific trade deal opens the door to China
President Biden and leaders of 13 other countries involved in the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework on Thursday signed an agreement to communicate and cooperate more on issues related to supply chains.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
New Bread of Life supported living facility approved in Augusta
Former medical offices are to be converted into two community supported living spaces, with a focus on helping veterans and others, in need of addiction recovery and trauma supports.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
At talks on cutting plastics pollution, plastic credits are on the table. What are they?
Verra, the world’s leading certifier of carbon offsets, said at an event alongside the talks that plastic credits can be a tool for mobilizing the money needed to tackle plastic pollution.
Posted inNation & World, News
Georgia prosecutor seeks August trial date for Trump and others in election case
Steve Sadow, Trump’s lead attorney in Georgia, said his client opposes Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ motion and wants the judge to schedule a hearing on the issue.