Wabanaki chiefs praised Gov. Janet Mills’ move, but the existing gambling landscape and a people’s veto effort add wrinkles to the change.
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Cony boys basketball uses balanced scoring to get past Medomak Valley
The Rams win yet another high-scoring game, getting more than a dozen points from six players.
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Waterville man charged with killing roommate seeks to toss out statements made to police
Lawyers for Thomas Lowrie, who allegedly told police he had ‘done the unspeakable,’ argue that due to his mental state he was not able to waive his right to remain silent after arrest.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine can still access federal child care funds, but new process to be implemented
The Trump administration announced it will require states to provide more information to access money to make child care more affordable.
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Snow, sports, tree removal are focus of central Maine Week in Photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from Jan. 2-9, 2026.
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CMP wants a new facility on its property. Some Augusta neighbors have concerns.
Central Maine Power Co. has proposed a new 38,000-square-foot building for a low-density, single-family neighborhood and some residents are frustrated by the utility’s communication on the project.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Maine’s highest court considering whether state can be defendant in public defense lawsuit
The ACLU of Maine is trying to include the entire state in its lawsuit, not just its public defense leaders. The attorney general’s office says the state is immune.
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Ash trees removed at Gardiner library over infestation concerns
The much-loved trees that have shaded the library’s garden and downtown Water Street for decades are deteriorating and could be a target for invasive, tree-killing beetles.
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Dunkin’ corporate says closure of Lewiston bakery hasn’t affected service
The company said Thursday that 65 employees were laid off when Mid Maine CPL closed in December, ending service to Dunkin’ locations throughout Maine.
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Maine libraries scrambling for books after distributor closes
Many bought new books from Baker & Taylor, which has been winding down operations for months, and have endured long waits while looking for new sources.