Republicans worry that the new bill is too vague and too punitive.
Local & State
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Pittston voters expand select board, reject proposal to appoint road commissioner
Saturday’s special town meeting drew 175 voters.
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Edgecomb man sentenced in 2024 killing in Turner
Luke Krott, 27, was sentenced for the shooting death of a Virginia man whose body was found stuffed in a barrel in Edgecomb.
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Republicans blast Mills’ ‘insulting’ response to Trump administration over alleged Medicaid fraud
Senate Minority Leader Trey Stewart challenged Democrats to allow his last-minute bill to address possible fraud to receive a public hearing.
Posted inFood & Dining, Local & State, Recipes, Schools and Education
In sugaring season, Maine students of all ages study the art of making syrup
Students from kindergarten on up come to understand the state’s maple traditions by making syrup themselves.
Posted inFood & Dining, Local & State, Recipes
Got leftover tortillas? There are multiple ways to use them up
When stores sell tortillas in quantities too big for one meal, leftovers can be fried and crumbled over dishes, mushed up to thicken sauces or used as flavoring.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Carrabassett Valley man charged with murder in death of Connecticut woman
Austin Doucette, 24, is accused of killing his partner, Makayla DeSantis, 23. He is being held without bail at the Franklin County Jail.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State, News
Madison methadone clinic gets green light after board flip-flops on decision
Acadia Healthcare’s proposed clinic has stirred nearly 2 years of controversy among town residents and officials.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Mt. Blue schools prepare for 4-year-olds in special education to start in fall
RSU 9 officials said preparations are underway for the district to assume responsibility for early childhood special education services for eligible 4-year-olds beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
Posted inCommunity, Local & State, News, Outdoors, The Maine Forecast
Spring is coming to western Maine. But first, mud.
As winter gives way to spring in Maine, mud season brings thawing ground, soft roads, frost heaves and temporary weight limits that affect daily travel and outdoor activity.