The cause of the fire has yet to be determined and there was no major damage, Skowhegan’s fire chief said.
Maine
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Maine considering California-style incentives to encourage electric vehicle sales
While not as aggressive as California’s standard, Maine’s proposal would eventually require 82% of new vehicles sold to produce zero emissions.
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Portland residents ask jetport to increase parking without paving over woodland
Portland International Jetport officials presented the surface parking proposal as it enters the public review process.
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Maine media groups, energy companies file suits challenging new law on foreign spending on referendums
Separate lawsuits from Versant Power, Central Maine Power and two organizations representing media outlets were all filed Tuesday in federal court.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta parking garage deck closes after plow driver fails to show up
The city is seeking to recover $2,000 from Freyed Knot Tree Services after the company failed to plow Augusta’s newly renovated Dickman Street parking garage and has not responded to messages.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Gardiner man assaulted after finding stranger in basement
Police are asking for the public’s help in finding the assailant, who fled on a skateboard after a confrontation at a Brunswick Avenue home.
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Maine officials accuse IRS of reversing pledge by taxing $450 state energy payments
The state says the IRS backed out of federal tax exemption for payments intended to help 880,000 Mainers cope with high energy costs last winter.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Hallowell councilors give initial approval to flavored tobacco ban
A public hearing on the proposal is to be held Jan. 8. Councilors also set June 11 as the date for a special election to fill a vacant City Council seat.
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Jay to upgrade fire alarm system at Town Office/Police Station
The board also agreed Monday to put a used SUV out for bid at the Town Office.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Police probe cut-and-run of treetop at Vassalboro fire station
The upper half of a large spruce tree, which was donated a decade ago by a volunteer firefighter, was found missing over the weekend.