The suit by Katie Mountain claims she faced regular harassment and assault, and was punished by prison staff for complaining.
News
Local, state and national news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inCommunity, Maine Crime, News
Carrabassett Valley man threatened girlfriend prior to shooting her, affidavit says
Austin Doucette, 24, is being held without bail on a murder charge in the killing of his girlfriend, Makayla Rose DeSantis, 23.
advertisement
Posted inElections, Maine, Politics
Maine attorney general sues Trump over voting order, joining 22 other states
‘A president has absolutely no authority to dictate election processes,’ Aaron Frey wrote in a release.
Posted inFood & Dining, News, Spelling Bee
Bao and Beyond brings big flavor to Augusta with togarashi, vegan treats, more
The restaurant evolved from a food truck with a loyal customer base that has continued to support it in its new space.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture, Maine
Portland teacher announced as new Maine poet laureate
Dawn Potter, of Portland, was named Friday as the seventh person to fill the role, which was created in 1995.
Posted inHealth, News
Proposed Medicaid rule changes in Maine have sown confusion, child advocates say
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services has proposed changes to Medicaid’s Section 28, which offers services to help children with life and social skills.
Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Trump wants $1.5T for the military. What do Collins, Maine delegation say?
As the administration seeks a 40% increase in military spending, Republican Sen. Susan Collins is focusing on the proposed cuts to domestic programs in Trump’s latest budget request.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Maine, News
Proposed Jay data center would not require local approval under plan
A proposed data center at the former mill site would not require local approval and could generate significant tax revenue, according to the town manager.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Milford toddler died of hypothermia, officials say
The Office of the State Medical Examiner says the death of Eleanora McLaughlin was ruled an accident.
Posted inCommunity
Augusta council advances homeless shelter licensing, but pause remains in place
City Council members implemented a moratorium in December amid a proposal to build a low-barrier homeless shelter on Chestnut Street.