Golden, who needs support from Trump voters in November, predicted Donald Trump will win the presidency against incumbent President Biden, and said he can work with that.
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Maine State Ferry Service hampered by staffing shortages
After repeated trip cancellations, the state-run ferry service in Penobscot Bay has contracted with an Indiana company to provide temporary workers.
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Skowhegan garage damaged in fire Wednesday
The fire on Beech Street was ruled accidental, caused by improperly discarded smoking materials, according to Skowhegan’s fire chief.
Posted inNation & World, News
As temperatures soar, judge tells Louisiana to help protect prisoners working in fields
A federal judge has ordered Louisiana to take steps to protect the health and safety of incarcerated workers toiling in the fields of a former slave plantation
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Thousands evacuate as Northern California wildfire spreads, with more hot weather expected
Firefighters worked to contain the blaze, which covered 5.5 square miles.
Posted inBusiness
Skowhegan Savings donates $50K to construction of Rangeley childcare center
RANGELEY — The Skowhegan Savings Bank’s Charitable Foundation awarded a $50,000 grant to the construction of the Beth Brunswick Memorial Childcare Center in Rangeley. The $3.5 million project, being built to accommodate 48 preschool children, is anticipated to break ground this fall. A project of the Beth Brunswick Memorial Fund, the idea of the center […]
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Hurricane Beryl roars by Jamaica after killing at least 6 in southeast Caribbean
Wind-whipped rain pounded the island for hours as residents heeded authorities’ call to shelter until the storm had passed.
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From ‘latte makeup’ to ‘girl dinners,’ TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last?
While the company is mired in political wrangling, its business influence is huge and undisputed.
Posted inLocal Government, News
Franklin County officials explain need for TIF money for emergency operations center
The $700,000 would help pay for space for administrative personnel, including the manager of the unorganized territory.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Richmond couple help bring ferry service back this summer to state-owned Swan Island
Jeremy and Amanda McDaniel have worked over the past year on how to get people to and from the island.