Ryan Cook has returned to his hometown to launch the world premiere of a film he helped produce, to be shown at the Waterville Opera House July 13 during the 27th Maine International Film Festival.
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Typical Maine home now costs over $398,000 – a record
The median home price of $398,250 in May broke the previous record of $385,000 set in June 2023.
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Vassalboro sewer company to receive municipal funding, raise rates again
The private company that owns the town’s sewer system voted Thursday to raise its sewer rates after town officials decided last week to allocate up to $200,000 of municipal funding to the repayment of an $8 million sewer replacement project.
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Attorney general says man fired 15 shots at Portland officers before his death in I-295 shootout
The AG said Portland police were justified when they shot and killed Kyle Desmarais, 42, in December after he got out of his car and fired at two 2 officers.
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Local chamber officials ramp up coordination as thousands flock to Augusta-Waterville area for upcoming events
The cities of Waterville and Augusta are prepared, with help from their chambers of commerce, to receive influxes of people for such large events that are increasingly being held in central Maine.
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Here’s what Mainers need to know about the Real ID requirement for air travel
Starting next May, residents will have to present a Real ID or passport to fly domestically.
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FBI says it has solved the 1996 slayings of Unity College student and her girlfriend
The discovery has brought forward bittersweet feelings for those who believe the discovery could have come sooner.
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Wilson Lake research buoy goes missing last winter, brings boaters, community together in successful search
The buoy collects data year round which is used to monitor the lake’s water quality.
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Five trustees appointed to New Sharon Water District
They will serve until the 2025 New Sharon annual town meeting.
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Franklin County rejects two bids over $1 million for bridge replacement in Salem Township
Another round of bids will be sought.