PITTSFIELD — The town’s second annual Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting Ceremony is set for Saturday, Nov. 30. Festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. with a parade featuring decorated floats, local organizations, and festive holiday displays. The parade lineup starts at 3:30 p.m. on Industrial Park Street. The parade will proceed down Somerset Avenue, turn […]
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Old Fort Western to hold Victorian Christmas Nov. 30 in Augusta
AUGUSTA — Old Fort Western is set to participate in the city’s Christmas celebration on Saturday, Nov. 30. A Victorian Christmas is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Western garrison, 16 Cony St. Attendees can warm themselves by the hearth or the bonfire outside on the parade grounds. There will be […]
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Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Jared Golden on voters who helped reelect him: ‘I think they feel like I’m being real’
In an interview Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Jared Golden talked about his ability to connect with voters from both parties and how Democrats nationally might win back some of those they lost in a tough election cycle.
Posted inBusiness, News
CMP customers will pay slightly less for electricity next year. It might not last.
Natural gas prices that play a big role in electricity generation in New England have settled, giving ratepayers a modest break in their monthly bills.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump picks professional wrestling mogul Linda McMahon to lead the Education Department
President-elect Donald Trump also selected Dr. Mehmet Oz, a former television talk show host and heart surgeon, to head the agency that oversees Medicaid, Medicare and the Affordable Care Act, and named Wall Street executive Howard Lutnick to lead the Commerce Department.
Posted inMaine, News
Franklin County accepts $1 million federal grant for jail to address substance use recovery, recidivism
The money will come over a three-year period to help the Franklin County Detention Center address substance use and opioid use recovery.
Posted inMaine, News
Wilton town manager paid for 93 hours of unused vacation time
Maria Greeley said the Select Board decided to pay her for 93.25 hours that she did not use in her first year as town manager.
Posted inMaine, News
Update: State investigates inhumane conditions after 50 dogs seized from Norridgewock home
It is unclear when the animals were taken from the home at 42 Madison Road. Shelters are now preparing the dogs for adoption.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
The latest on recounts in legislative races, Maine’s 2nd Congressional District
Four recounts in state legislative races have so far confirmed the election night winners, all Democrats.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Anson administrator remembered for dedication to community
Tammy Murray, who held several municipal positions, died unexpectedly last week according to those who worked with her in Anson.