A draft report calls for additional taxes on gambling, cannabis or cigarettes to help stabilize funding for the subsidy program that protects Maine’s struggling dairy farms.
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Madison fire damages 2-story home
The fire started Saturday as an outside brush fire.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Amid an uptick in inquiries from outside groups, Gardiner-area schools make information requests public
Public records requests posted to the Gardiner school’s website shows request are being made by people and organizations outside of the district.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Maine transgender advocates fear a(nother) Trump presidency but vow to fight
Trump’s campaign often featured disparaging rhetoric and false claims about trans people, but his message was effective in seizing on broader fears.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine has shifted its strategy to expand electric heat pump use to the entire house. So far, it’s working.
A move to install electric heat pumps for the entire house instead of individual rooms has drawn strong interest from homeowners who are increasingly taking advantage of rebates.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine
Watch: Golden declared winner in Maine’s hard-fought 2nd Congressional District race
Ranked choice tabulation Friday determined the three-term Democrat won one of the costliest contests in the country.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine’s nursing workforce has increased, but not enough to meet demand
The number of licensed nurses has increased by 8.7% during the past three years, according to a report by the Cypress Research Group.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Augusta man pleads not guilty to manslaughter in beating death
Warren L. Sidelinger allegedly punched Joseph McKenna, knocking him down and then kicking him, causing injuries which resulted in McKenna’s death.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Sen. Collins wants full confirmation process for Trump appointees
In a 15-minute interview with the Press Herald, Maine’s senior senator also talked about some of incoming Pres. Donald Trump’s early moves and policy goals.
Posted inLocal Government, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Pittsfield town manager to leave post for a position in Bucksport
Jacob Gran’s last day as Pittsfield town manager will be Dec. 31.