Foam has been building up in ponds and billowing through the air near Brunswick Landing since 1,600 gallons of fire-suppressing chemical was accidentally released Monday.
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Weeks after floods, Vermont businesses struggling to get visitors to return
The loss is a domino effect in a state that relies on outdoor recreation as an economic driver.
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Posted inBusiness, Election 2024, Nation & World, Politics
At Democratic convention, UAW head threatens strike against Stellantis over delayed plant reopening
The lag violates the contract that was ratified last year, and union head Shawn Fain says the manufacturer is dragging out the process so it never has to reopen.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Man shot after allegedly breaking down door at Pittston home
The homeowner at 41 Palmer Road shot a man after he allegedly broke down the home’s door on Monday night, police said.
Posted inNation & World, News
Spanish woman believed to be the world’s oldest person dies at 117
The Gerontology Research Group listed Maria Branyas as the oldest known person in the world after the death of French nun Lucile Randon last year.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Video from Portland concert will ‘restore your faith in humanity’
A feel-good clip of strangers banding together to search for a missing earring has been viewed millions of times and caught the attention of the ‘Today’ show.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Disney drops bid to have allergy-death lawsuit tossed because plaintiff signed up for Disney+
The suit was brought by the husband of a New York doctor who suffered a fatal allergic reaction after eating at a restaurant in Disney Springs.
Posted inCommunity
Webinar series to feature UMaine Extension expert
The workshops are free and designed for farmers just getting started with cover cropping as well as those with significant experience.
Posted inCommunity
Gov. Mills proclaims Aug. 26-30 Community Health Worker Awareness Week
AUGUSTA — Gov. Janet Mills has proclaimed Aug. 26-30 as Community Health Workers Awareness Week in Maine. This proclamation recognizes that community health workers are a vital part of Maine’s health care system and that key stakeholders support a statewide plan to develop and sustain the community health workforce. The workers serve as a connection […]
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Open call for virtual auditions for ‘American Idol’ in Maine
Hopefuls can audition face-to-face with a producer in search for the next superstar.