While the fire was knocked down in less than an hour, the home on Fountain Street suffered fire and smoke damage.
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To help rare whales, Maine and Massachusetts will spend $27 million on data and gear
The population of North Atlantic right whales fell by about 25% from 2010 to 2020, and now numbers less than 360.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
West Gardiner mom gives birth to central Maine’s first baby of 2024
Brooke Brann gave birth to her son, Shiloh, at 9:31 a.m. on Monday, New Year’s Day.
Posted inElections, Maine, Politics
Trump appeals Maine secretary of state’s decision to bar him from primary ballot
The former president said in a court filing Tuesday that Secretary of State Shenna Bellows doesn’t have the authority to remove him from the ballot and ‘acted in an arbitrary and capricious manner.’
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Pedestrian in critical condition after being struck on Cony Road in Augusta
The incident on Saturday took place a short distance from where three pedestrians were struck and killed in 2021.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Police charge 5 people, seize thousands of plants in illegal pot operations at central Maine residences
Sheriff’s deputies first made arrests at a residence in China Saturday before state police made several more Tuesday afternoon.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Pedestrian injured after being struck by vehicle on Cony Road in Augusta
An accident report described the man’s injuries as serious.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Guns, housing, budget among top issues as Maine Legislature starts second session
Lawmakers return to the State House on Wednesday for the start of the second regular session of the 131st Legislature.
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State police determine that Bar Harbor death was not suspicious
Police provide few details but say there is no danger to the public.
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Maine welcomes 1st babies of 2024
A Bangor hospital appears to have delivered the state’s first baby of the new year.