By Feb. 26 of this year the lift had been installed, had passed the Maine State inspection, and was completely paid for with $80,000 in grants and contributions from the community.
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Maine boys and girls hockey teams that could win state titles next year
All three state champions have the opportunity to win another state championship in 2025-26.
Waterville man dies while in Kennebec County jail custody
Cal Jason Sawyer, 41, of Waterville, died Saturday from a medical issue.
USDA halts millions in funding for University of Maine System
The move temporarily pauses the system’s agricultural research and programs weeks after President Donald Trump threatened to cut funding for Maine because it allows transgender athletes to compete in sports.
Augusta workforce program offers transportation pilot grants
The pilots will be created to help mitigate transportation as a barrier to the recruitment and retention of qualified employees.
Sen. King demands answers about latest round of Veterans Affairs cuts
A plan to cut hundreds of contracted workers may include a key ‘radiation safety officer’ position and other jobs at the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta.
March 11, 2001: Town of Jefferson votes down middle school for Union 51, state library sustains water damage following winter storm, and Maine & snowmobiling
Visit Centralmaine.com/archive to view nearly 200 years’ worth of history at your fingertips.
Bill seeks to give Maine legislators final approval over chief of cannabis office
State officials say the legislation unfairly singles out the Office of Cannabis Policy and undermines the executive branch, while supporters say it’s an important step in restoring trust and transparency for the industry.
Paul LePage may be eyeing another campaign in Maine
LePage, who is registered to vote in Florida, is said to be weighing a run in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.
Duke star Cooper Flagg earns ACC top player, rookie honors
Newport native is just the fourth player in league history to win both honors.