The Augusta-based utility sent line workers and damage assessment teams to areas hard hit by Hurricane Helene.
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Posted inFood & Dining, Nation & World
Cutting food waste would lower emissions, but so far only Massachusetts has done it
A study out in Science this month finds that states’ attempts to cut the amount of food waste going into landfills are rarely succeeding.
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Posted inElection 2024, Nation & World, News, Politics
Trump is pointing to new numbers on migrants with criminal pasts. Here’s what they show
The numbers have become a flashpoint in the campaign between Donald Trump, who has vowed to carry out mass deportations, and Kamala Harris.
Posted inNews
Car rolls backward into a Farmington storefront window
Eugene Houle, 33, of Kingfield thought he put his car in park, but it was in reverse.
Posted inCommunity
Mt. Blue schools October lunch menu announced
Breakfast and lunch are free for all students.
Posted inCommunity
Maine Arts Academy announces October lunch menu
Menu is subject to change at any time due to supply chain shortages.
Posted inCommunity
Bingham-Moscow school lunch menu for Sept. 30-Oct. 4
Menu is subject to change without notice.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Satellite service DirecTV buys rival Dish as it fights onslaught of streaming services
More than 2 decades ago, the companies almost merged, but the deal was blocked by federal authorities. Since then, the pay-for-TV market has changed significantly.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Maine’s Garlic Fest at Lake George Regional Park to return with new farm as lead sponsor, more music
The festival on the Skowhegan-Canaan line features vendors, live music and other activities, and is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Posted inCommunity
Conversations allow participants to design future of Merrymeeting Trail
BOWDOINHAM — This fall, people can take part in designing the future Merrymeeting Trail. During October, there are set to be a series of four community conversation meetings focused on the trail that will be held in the towns along the trail route: Bowdoinham, Richmond, Gardiner, and Topsham. All are invited to attend. The meeting […]