The measure would require commercial and industrial-scale food waste producers to donate their edible leftovers and recycle what remains.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, Politics
Committee backs bill requiring health insurance to cover non-prescription birth control
The bill, inspired by federal approval of the first over-the-counter birth control pill, now faces votes in the House and Senate.
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Paul Motts of Bethel will help you chase the April 8 eclipse
Paul Motts shares his experience with eclipses and what to expect on April 8.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Forensic analysis shows Lewiston shooter had traumatic brain injury
Robert Card’s family agreed to release the findings of the brain analysis Wednesday.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Jay man indicted on sexual assault charges involving young child in Augusta
Kenneth Marin, 60, was indicted by a Kennebec County grand jury recently on several charges stretching back more than a decade.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Wales-based school district assesses possible closure of Libby Tozier and Sabattus Primary schools
Any move to consolidate could be affected by the town of Litchfield’s decision on whether or not to separate from RSU 4.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
With growth expected, Skowhegan reconsiders downtown parking requirements
A study has found Skowhegan has more than enough parking in the downtown area, but the Planning Board is considering updating its requirements for businesses to provide a certain amount of off-street parking as officials anticipate more commercial and residential development.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Watch the former Otis Mill tower collapse in Jay
The tower that had International Paper Co. 1906 on the roof has stood for more than 100 years at the now defunct Otis Mill in Jay.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Judge orders neuropsychological testing for man accused of killing Westbrook couple
Marcel LaGrange, 25, entered an insanity plea last summer after he was charged with shooting Brittney Cockrell and Michael Hayter in front of their children.
Posted inMaine, News
Good Shepherd president to join Rep. Pingree at State of the Union
Maine’s 1st District congresswoman invited Heather Paquette in part because Pingree expects President Biden to address the need to protect federal food assistance programs.