The $700 million settlement resolved disputes over deceptive marketing practices by Johnson & Johnson for talcum powder.
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Chelsea’s welcome sign to return after being replaced by a religious message
For several weeks, travelers on River Road in Chelsea have been greeted by a ‘Jesus Saves’ sign where the town’s ‘Welcome to Chelsea’ sign had stood for years; the sign is scheduled to be replaced Friday.
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Emails show Winslow councilors questioned sick colleague’s ability to govern
When Councilor Lee Trahan fell into a coma earlier this year, other councilors questioned his cognitive ability, requested a list of his medications and looked to vacate his seat while he recovered.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Light turnout at central Maine polls; contested races bring out motivated voters
Contested races for the state Legislature and Maine’s Congressional seats were cited by local voters Tuesday as the top reasons they came out to the primary election polls.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Maine Arts Commission names new executive director
Amy Hausmann, who starts in August, is a veteran arts administrator who currently oversees the Olana State Historic Site in Hudson, New York.
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Man holding burning gas can charges at police, is fatally shot by Waldo County deputy
The 65-year-old man called police on Monday afternoon and said he was going to burn down his apartment building in Belfast if law enforcement did not respond.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta City Council sets goals for economic development, modernizing Civic Center
The list of priorities, which provide direction throughout the year for city staff, also includes street maintenance, completion of the comprehensive plan, and housing.
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Madison voters approve moratorium on controlled substance facilities at annual town meeting
The roughly 200 residents who attended the meeting also approved a $4.26 million municipal budget and a correction to a town ordinance that will allow existing medical marijuana retail stores in Madison to continue operating.
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Skowhegan voters approve most of proposed $17.7 million spending plan at town meeting
Due to what town officials said was a clerical error, a special town meeting will be held later this month to ask voters to raise about $158,000 that was not included in Monday’s town meeting warrant.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Light turnout reported as Maine voters cast ballots in party primaries, local races
There were a few busy polling places, including in Cumberland, where voters were deciding on a school construction project.