Mathew Kimeli, the 2022 champion from Kenya, is among the top professional runners in Saturday’s race.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Augusta city councilors vote to allow recreational cannabis sales
City councilors voted 5-1 to allow recreational cannabis sales in Augusta, where previously only medical cannabis businesses were allowed.
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Waterville man indicted on charges of assaulting woman
Carl A. Hunter, 30, allegedly strangled and beat a woman at a Waterville hotel, causing her to temporarily lose consciousness.
Posted inLocal Government, News
New Sharon residents to vote on loan for bridge replacement, money for Water District
The primary structure of the Bullen’s bridge is in “serious condition” and the substructure is in “fair condiction,” according an 2022 inspection by the MDOT.
Posted inOlympics, Sports
Olympics roundup: U.S. crashes out in men’s soccer
The Americans are ousted in the quarterfinals, getting thoroughly outplayed in a 4-0 loss to Morocco.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
More Maine police departments join program for drivers with disorders
The program, which guides officers to interact more safely with people who have emotional, developmental or behavioral disorders, has been adopted by over 30 agencies across Maine so far.
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Medical examiner: One Mechanic Falls girl died from stabbing; sister died from multiple injuries
The death of the mother is pending additional testing.
Posted inMaine Crime
Central Maine arrest log: July 27-Aug. 2 2024
IN AUGUSTA, Saturday, July 27, at 6:23 p.m., Benjamin Rhye Duffany, 45, of Augusta, was arrested on charges of violating conditions of release, unlawful possession of a drug and on a warrant. 8:40 p.m., Rachel Parker, 43, of Unity, was arrested on two warrants. Sunday, July 28, at 4:59 a.m., Steven Frank Shaw, 37, of […]
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Maine ends 2024 fiscal year with $93.5 million surplus
Despite the extra revenue, forecasters are expecting a leveling-off of revenues and the Mills administration is urging caution during the next budget discussion.
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On Music: Trousdale talk about Aug. 10 Portland concert
By now, most regular readers of On Music are well aware of my love of vocal harmony — the touchstone of what got me involved with music journalism in the first place. So when I hear about groups that are centered on good harmonies I make it a point to bring said artists to your […]