The Maine Commission on Public Defense Services says it needs more money than what the governor has offered to address a ‘constitutional crisis’ in Maine courts. Mills says the agency needs to change its rules first.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Report outlines dozens of policy ideas to address Maine’s housing crisis
The 83-page report creates a roadmap for lawmakers.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Deadly force review panel issues report on 2023 shooting in Chelsea
Frank Foss Jr., 28, of Dresden fatally shot himself in the head July 23, 2023, after being shot in the stomach by a Maine State Police detective, the panel said.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine police shooting review panel says agencies need to call for backup more often
The 11-member deadly force review panel examined 8 police shootings in 2024 and is recommending agencies work on preventing harm.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Snow brings crashes, messy conditions to central Maine
While Wednesday’s snow added to the snowfall totals this winter, the region is still lagging behind last year’s totals by the end of January by about 7 inches.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine officials welcome reversal of federal funding freeze
State agencies said portals for housing assistance and Medicaid reimbursements were back online Wednesday after access was cut off Tuesday.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Reported flu cases in Maine double over 2 weeks
Meanwhile, COVID-19 is showing up at ‘very high’ levels in wastewater tests, even as COVID hospitalizations remain flat.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Skowhegan selectmen say no to naming field after longtime coach
Selectmen said the town needs a policy detailing the process for dedicating public spaces.
Posted inMaine, News
Phillips voters to consider selling three properties, using proceeds to improve town garage, fire station
After the meeting, The Nature Conservancy will hold a listening session on the effects of flooding on the town.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
I-95 south in Sidney closed down for tractor trailer crash
The crash occurred near mile marker 117 southbound in Sidney during this morning’s snowstorm, state police said.