Particle pollution is classified as ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’ in northern Maine and ‘moderate’ for the rest of the state.
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Gov. Mills to chat with ‘Veep’ star Julia Louis-Dreyfus at Democratic convention
The comic actress famous for roles in ‘Veep’ and ‘Seinfeld’ will host a panel discussion with the 8 female Democratic governors at the Democratic National Convention next week in Chicago.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Hallowell police chief leaving to become patrol officer in Gardiner
The departure of Christopher Lewis, the second Hallowell chief in two years to leave for a better-paying job in Gardiner, will reduce to three the number of officers in Hallowell.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Annual U.S. inflation falls to 3-year low, clearing way for Fed to cut rates
The government said nearly all of July’s inflation reflected higher rental prices and other housing costs, a trend that, according to real-time data, is easing.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine police academy looks to expand disciplinary rules for officer misconduct
The proposed rules would allow officers to be disciplined for behavior that is considered unprofessional but not criminal.
Posted inCommunity
Greater Franklin seeks input on coworking spaces
To gauge demand, the organization is trying to direct people to a simple survey/interest form on its website at greaterfranklin.org.
Posted inCommunity
Jefferson optometrist featured at historical society event Aug. 18
The three floors of exhibits of the Old Town House highlight many students, teachers, homes, businesses and more.
Posted inCommunity
Mt. Blue club’s garden tour set for Farmington Aug. 20
FARMINGTON — Mary Batt plans to host the Mt. Blue Area Garden Club garden tour at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, at her home at 106 Heritage Circle in Granite Heights. Her 1.5-acre property is surrounded by heavy pine forest on ledge schist. Here, she has developed unique gardens as a result of experimentation and […]
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Vassalboro to hold School Supplies Drive by Drop Off Aug. 24
Items also can be dropped off at the Vassalboro Town Office at 682 Main St., or the Maine Savings Federal Credit Union at 921 Main St.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
‘I was so close to dying’: Winslow Councilor Lee Trahan released from rehab as he recovers from coma
Trahan spent four months in hospitals and rehabilitation facilities across Maine because of complications from an infection, but he is now home and working toward a full recovery.