City councilors have been divided on the ordinance, which was proposed in response to concerns about aggressive, intimidating behavior.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Committee endorses $30 million bond to support Maine trails
The proposal needs two-thirds support in both the House of Representatives and Senate in order to be sent to voters in November.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Bingham man faces gross sexual assault charges
Justin Tykon Harris, charged with five counts of gross sexual assault against a minor, made his first appearance in court Friday.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Cornville home destroyed by fire Friday
The cause of the fire that had destroyed the home when the Madison Fire Department arrived on scene around 11:40 a.m. Friday is under investigation by the Office of State Fire Marshal.
Posted inElections, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Politics
Jared Golden said he’s not worried about Trump’s endorsement of opponent
Former president backed Republican Austin Theriault’s bid for Maine’s 2nd District seat.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Steady rain across central Maine brings precautionary measures along the Kennebec River
With low-lying public spaces along the Kennebec River closed as a precaution following this week’s rain, officials are eying a storm next week that’s expected to bring rain and snow to the region.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Update: Augusta councilors vote to confirm Lully as new police chief
Kevin Lully takes over as chief following the retirement of Jared Mills, who is set to become Augusta’s next city manager.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Gov. Mills proposes more spending on housing, child care, nursing homes
The budget proposal is in response to the latest forecast for higher-than-anticipated tax revenues.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
CMP ratepayers could see bills jump 12% to cover rising solar power subsidies
The utility is asking the Maine Public Utilities Commission for permission to bill ratepayers $116 million for subsidies paid to solar developers in the net energy billing program that is part of Maine’s effort to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Week In Photos March 22-29, 2024
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.