Aries Clean Technologies claims its gasification and oxidization plant can destroy most forever chemicals in sewage sludge, but the state has yet to evaluate its claims.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Augusta activist sues Augusta school board, claims free speech violations
Nicholas Blanchard, who says he’s running for a seat on the Augusta school board, claims the board’s public comment policy violates his free speech rights.
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Maine couple scammed out of $1.3M sue financial adviser
In a matter of days, Bruce and Linda MacMillan cashed out of retirement investment accounts they had built up over 15 years with R.M. Davis Inc. and transferred the money to scammers via bitcoin. The firm says it is not liable because the couple lied about their plans.
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5 fun things to do while you’re in Harpswell
The head of a local land trust shares his favorite spots in town.
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Farmington to decide on 6-month budget amid fiscal year shift
Residents will be asked to approve a $5.9 million interim budget in March as the town transitions from a calendar fiscal year to a July 1 to June 30 cycle, aligning with county and school governments.
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Shenna Bellows says she was doxed for stance on ICE
Maine’s secretary of state, also a Democratic candidate for governor, said she is ‘not backing down’ following a slew of ‘vicious and nasty’ phone calls after her personal information was spread online.
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Anson home damaged in weekend fire
Because of cold temperatures Saturday, the town’s road crew was called to spread sand on Preble Avenue after water froze on the roadway.
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Skowhegan cites church-run homeless shelter for dozens of code violations
The town gave the homeless shelter 30 days to resolve the violations of building codes and fire safety measures before it takes further legal action.
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Augusta men spring into action to help neighbors out of burning apartment building
Shawn Willette, Brett Glidden, Oakk and Ian Watson noticed the fire, called authorities and evacuated the 3-story apartment building.
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Why Maine could soon vote on transgender athletes in girls sports
Supporters of a ballot referendum on the topic delivered more than 82,000 signatures to the Maine secretary of state Monday afternoon.