The changes were previously slated to take effect in January but have drawn criticism from lobstermen who say they could give Canadian harvesters an unfair edge.
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Posted inElection 2024, Nation & World, Politics
Some Jewish voters in presidential swing states reconsider their longtime devotion to Democrats
Pennsylvania has the biggest Jewish population of any swing state, and any shift could have enormous implications in a state decided by narrow margins the past 2 presidential elections.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston woman admits to Social Security fraud
Prosecutors said Donna D. Desrosiers collected more than $90,000 she wasn’t entitled to.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World
Initial report shows Liam Payne had cocaine in his system when he died, says Argentine official
Argentina’s public prosecution is investigating the case – which is not uncommon when a death is sudden or unexpected.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville, Winslow bridge closure expected late this year or early next
The $56.8 million project to replace the bridge spanning the Kennebec River, connecting the two communities, is expected to be completed in May 2027.
Posted inNation & World
Cuba paralyzed in massive blackout, tropical storm leaves at least 6 dead
Hurricane Oscar made landfall Sunday before crossing the island’s eastern coast as a tropical storm Monday with winds and heavy rain, leaving at least 6 dead.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Gwen Walz cancels campaign trip to Maine
The Harris-Walz campaign did not provide a reason for canceling the visit Tuesday, which it announced last week.
Posted inMaine, News
Psychic finds skeletal remains of male body behind former bowling alley in Jay
The Westbrook woman who had been working with Kimberly Moreau’s family said she had a strong feeling there and they needed to search the area on Elm Street.
Posted inCommunity
Madison High School plans annual senior citizen Thanksgiving dinner
MADISON — Madison High School is set to hold its annual senior citizen Thanksgiving dinner from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, at Madison Junior Senior High School, 486 Main St. The event is for senior citizens who reside within the Madison community. People can have a full dining experience or delivery starting at 4 p.m. […]
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UMaine Extension to host forage conference for livestock producers
WATERVILLE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension plans to host the annual Maine Forage Conference from 9 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at Governor’s Restaurant, 376 Main St. The conference, which will feature a trade show with business vendors, is an opportunity for members of the dairy, equine and livestock industries to network […]