The transition will happen over several years and comes after the former Capitol Police chief was accused of a drunken assault and resigned.
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Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Wrestling
Here are 5 central Maine wrestling teams to watch in 2025-26
Mt. Blue looks to remain strong in Class A North, and Mount View tries to build off the best season in program history.
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Posted inMaine, News
Feds rescind grant changes, but uncertainty lingers for Maine supportive housing programs
More than 1,000 disabled Mainers, including 70 in central Maine, could lose their housing if emergency relief is not provided by Jan. 1.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Snow, wintry mix could cause dangerous road conditions across Maine
The National Weather Service says conditions could change rapidly, affecting the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.
Posted inIndoor Track, Sports, Varsity Maine
Storylines, excitement abound as 2025-26 indoor track season begins
After a memorable 2024-25 year, a season of huge numbers, new venues and new competitors is set to follow this winter.
Posted inMaine, News
Augusta homeless shelter proposal in jeopardy
Advocates say the need is urgent, while residents and business owners say a shelter could negatively impact their neighborhood.
Posted inIndoor Track, Sports, Varsity Maine
Meet 10 central Maine girls indoor track athletes to watch in 2025-26
The area is loaded with some of the KVAC’s top jumpers.
Posted inIndoor Track, Sports, Varsity Maine
Meet 10 central Maine boys indoor track athletes to watch in 2025-26
The area is loaded with some of the state’s top sprinters and throwers.
Posted inIndoor Track, Sports, Varsity Maine
Meet 4 central Maine boys indoor track teams to watch in 2025-26
A few area squads will look to turn heads in KVAC competition.
Posted inMaine, News
Federal grant changes could strip housing support from dozens in central Maine
About 70 people in Kennebec and Somerset counties benefit from Permanent Supportive Housing Program vouchers, which fund shelter and supportive services for people with disabilities.