The cause of the fire, which collapsed the unoccupied structure, is under investigation, a fire official said.
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Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Can immigrants get Real IDs? | Fact brief
All applicants — including immigrants — must provide proof of legal residency and a Social Security number.
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Generations of growth in western Maine farms cultivate community
Boothby’s Orchard in Livermore and Rustic Roots Farm in Farmington share a deep commitment to feeding their communities and sustaining Franklin County agriculture.
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Maine lawmakers target Trump policies, AI and more ahead of next session
The 250-plus emergency bills submitted range from making the potato the state vegetable to addressing federal health care cuts.
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In Bingham, juvenile crime has officials, residents looking for solutions
About 25 people attended a meeting with law enforcement and corrections officials Thursday to discuss an apparent uptick in crime committed by a small group of minors.
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They heard The Thirsty Pig was haunted. So they spent the night there. | Column
Two local musicians wanted to promote their Halloween event at the Portland bar — and witness the phenomena themselves.
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Pumpkin boat regatta highlights annual festival in Damariscotta
The town’s Pumpkinfest draws crowds for the giant carved-out pumpkins racing down the river and other gourd-related events over the holiday weekend.
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When Maine day care centers stay quiet about abuse and neglect within their walls
Two cases show the difficulty of holding day cares accountable when they are responsible for reporting themselves.
Posted inFood & Dining, Life & Culture, Local & State, News
At Unity farm, goats star on Open Creamery Day
Honey Wilde Farm was one of several creameries that opened its doors Sunday for the Maine Cheese Guild’s annual Open Creamery Day.
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Storm to bring wind, rain to southern Maine and coast
Winds could reach 40 mph along the coast, with up to 1.5 inches of rain.