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Affordable housing stock expected to increase in Maine, but high costs are still straining owners, renters

by Stephen Singer February 5, 2025February 5, 2025

Rising homeownership costs and burdensome rents cloud a housing picture characterized by stable economic growth, MaineHousing says in its annual summary.

Kennebec Journal, Maine, News

Monmouth fire destroys barn, cause under investigation

by Keith Edwards February 5, 2025February 5, 2025

The Office of State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire at an unoccupied property on Tillson Road.

Community

Winslow High School recognizes honor students

February 5, 2025February 5, 2025

Students named to second quarter honor roll.

Maine, Maine Crime, News

Maine Mall shooting: Police search for suspect, mall fully evacuated

by Daniel Kool and Morgan Womack February 5, 2025February 6, 2025

South Portland police released photos of the suspect, who was seen leaving through the food court and has not yet been identified.

Maine, Morning Sentinel

Waterville City Council allows church zoning changes

by Amy Calder February 5, 2025February 6, 2025

One city councilor who voted against the proposal said it sets a bad precedent on housing. Another vote is needed.

Maine, Morning Sentinel, News

Waterville protesters target Elon Musk at Tesla charging station

by Amy Calder February 5, 2025February 5, 2025

‘It’s completely illegal and it removes Congress from having the financial control that is constitutionally theirs,’ one protester said of the billionaire’s access to government payment systems.

Community

The Way It Was in Skowhegan: Week of Feb. 10-17

February 5, 2025February 5, 2025

Showcasing what happened in the Skowhegan-area on this date for the week of Feb. 10-17.

Maine, Nation & World, News, Politics

Sen. Collins meets with other lawmakers critical of Elon Musk’s moves to cut agencies, workforce

by Randy Billings February 5, 2025February 5, 2025

Meanwhile, Sen. Angus King and 7 colleagues sent a letter to White House chief of staff Susie Wiles raising national security concerns about Musk and his team accessing classified and sensitive information.