Bureaucratic hurdles have delayed urgently needed funding for Maine’s struggling ambulance services.
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Clinton man faces drug, firearms charges after lengthy police investigation
Matthew Raymond, 33, is charged with unlawful possession of scheduled drugs, two counts of aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs, possession of firearms by a prohibited person, use of drug paraphernalia and violation of condition of release, according to officials.
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Posted inElections, Health, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Nation & World, Politics
Jared Golden and Republican challengers differ sharply on abortion issue
The Lewiston congressman favors abortion rights while Mike Soboleski and Austin Theriault call themselves ‘pro-life.’
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Franklin County sheriff named president of Maine Sheriffs’ Association
Sheriff Scott Nichols Sr. has been in law enforcement since he began his career in 1984. He is seeking his fourth term as sheriff this year.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine doctor settles retaliation lawsuit against assisted-living facilities
Dr. Jabbar Fazeli reached an undisclosed agreement with the 3 assisted-living facilities Friday. He had alleged he was discriminated against for being Muslim and unfairly fired after clashing with management.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Winslow woman, 15 volunteers fill Sunday void with free food, clothing in Waterville
At a gathering every Sunday near the Two Cent Bridge, Jessica Gammon and her team of volunteers provide hot food and warm clothing to those in need as part of an effort Gammon calls “This Thing We Do.”
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Hallowell businesses still reeling from historic Kennebec River flooding
Some shops are hoping to reopen by early February. Meanwhile, local organizations are collaborating to assist with recovery efforts and prepare for future disasters.
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Crash deaths in Maine dropped to lowest number in nearly a decade
But state highway safety officials say pedestrian fatalities remain high and fewer people are using seatbelts at night.
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Proposal for constitutional right to abortion draws advocates, opponents to State House
Lawmakers heard nearly 6 hours of testimony on the proposal, which faces an uphill battle requiring two-thirds support in both the House and Senate in order to be sent to voters.
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Lewiston man who reportedly fired at Augusta police, threatened people is dead after shootout
Liban S. Mohamed, 22, died after the Sunday night incident at 132 Northern Ave. in Augusta. Four police officers have been placed on administrative leave with pay, as is standard procedure in such matters.