The Kennebec Land Trust, which manages the conservation recreation area that’s owned by the city of Augusta, is raising money to widen access there to people with disabilities.
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Susan Collins 1 of 4 Republicans to back failed border security bill
Maine’s senior senator voted to advance the legislation, which needed 60 votes but got only 49. The proposal succumbed to opposition from Donald Trump, who said it would be a political gift to President Biden heading into the election.
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Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Fire destroys Waterville outbuilding loaded with tools
The fire, which destroyed about $15,000 worth of contractors’ tools, was reported late Tuesday night on Louise Avenue.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Plan to create Office of New Americans advances to Maine House, Senate
The bill, approved by a legislative committee, would create a 2-person office to help immigrants better integrate into the state.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Politics
Lewiston, Lisbon police to testify before shooting commission Thursday
It will be the fourth time the body has convened since its formation last fall, and the third day of public testimony.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Lawyers say they have limited access to clients at Maine’s lone youth prison
Juvenile defense attorneys say incidents of unrest at Long Creek Youth Development Center have led teens to be held in frequent 23-hour lockdowns.
Posted inElections, Maine, Politics
Maine Republicans won’t recognize ranked choice voting in presidential primary
The decision adds another layer to a complicated March 5 election and conflicts with arguments Trump has made about ranked choice voting helping to preserve the integrity of the election if he is disqualified after votes are cast.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Westbrook food service worker contracts hepatitis A
The Maine CDC urges staff and patrons who dined at Legends Rest Taproom or Paper City Barbecue in the past 3 weeks to contact their health care provider.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville City Council delays vote on remote meetings, approves public comment rules
Councilors decided to postpone until Feb. 20 a vote on a policy that would guarantee that people who attend council meetings remotely can participate in the meetings.
Posted inMaine, News
Snowstorm targeting southern Maine on Tuesday
Wintry conditions will return quickly, with up to six inches of snow in Portland and higher totals for York County.