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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Here are 7 scenic overlooks in the Rangeley region you don’t want to miss
As the weather warms, you may be ready to get out of the house. Scenic turnoffs may be the answer for you if you don’t want to get your feet muddy.
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Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
A wet central Maine spring means potholes. Here’s why, and what to do.
As public works fills potholes in Waterville and other communities across the region, local mechanics get busy fixing the damage the rough pavement wreaks on cars.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
North Yarmouth man drowns while saving his children from rip current in Florida
Ryan Jennings, 46, died while holding his daughter above the water as a rip current pulled them away from the shore, according to his wife, who is pregnant with their fourth child.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Inmate at women’s prison files suit over housing of transgender prisoner
The suit by Katie Mountain claims she faced regular harassment and assault, and was punished by prison staff for complaining.
Posted inElections, Maine, Politics
Maine attorney general sues Trump over voting order, joining 22 other states
‘A president has absolutely no authority to dictate election processes,’ Aaron Frey wrote in a release.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture, Maine
Portland teacher announced as new Maine poet laureate
Dawn Potter, of Portland, was named Friday as the seventh person to fill the role, which was created in 1995.
Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Trump wants $1.5T for the military. What do Collins, Maine delegation say?
As the administration seeks a 40% increase in military spending, Republican Sen. Susan Collins is focusing on the proposed cuts to domestic programs in Trump’s latest budget request.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Maine, News
Proposed Jay data center would not require local approval under plan
A proposed data center at the former mill site would not require local approval and could generate significant tax revenue, according to the town manager.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Milford toddler died of hypothermia, officials say
The Office of the State Medical Examiner says the death of Eleanora McLaughlin was ruled an accident.