Nomination papers for elected positions for town, school and two water districts will be available Jan. 21 at the town office.
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Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
Fayette board reviews infrastructure, internet pricing, website updates
The Fayette Select Board reviewed infrastructure projects funded by a $3.1 million surplus, discussed Fidium internet pricing inequities, and unveiled updates to the town’s website at their Jan. 7 meeting.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine victim service providers want stability in state budget
Organizations that provide free services to victims say they need $6 million from the state to keep up their aid after a severe, ongoing drop in federal funding.
Posted inCommunity
Maine County Commissioners Association elects leadership for 2025
The organization named its president, vice president and secretary/treasurer.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Gardiner firefighters rescue dog from Cobbossee Stream
Firefighters used a sled and cold-water suits to save the pet Tuesday.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine Republicans vow to oppose any budget with tax increases
Gov. Janet Mills’ 2-year budget proposal, which she unveiled last week, will be reviewed and refined by lawmakers in the coming months.
Posted inCentral Maine Eats, Food & Dining, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel, News
Gerard’s Pizza to mark 60 years in Gardiner
Central Maine Eats: Kasha Gray preserves family tradition as Gerard’s Pizza celebrates six decades in business.
Posted inMaine, Times Record
‘A River of Blood’: The violent history behind Kennebec River settlement
Gerard Gawalt shares how, although uncomfortable, facing decades of conflict between Abenaki and white settlers along the Kennebec River can help us better deepen our connection to people and place.
Posted inLocal Government, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News, Politics
Winslow councilors move to repeal public safety department
Without public input, Winslow councilors took the first vote to dismantle the department less than two years after it was formed.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Angus King questions Defense pick Pete Hegseth about past comments during contentious hearing
Maine’s independent senator asked President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Pentagon about his views on women in combat, torture and the war in Ukraine.