The bill aims to direct leftover funds to environmental programs, but Franklin County redemption center owners argue the money should support the existing program.
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Volunteers transform Augusta streets at citywide cleanup day
Photographer Anna Chadwick captures the Maine Recovery Access Program’s annual event.
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Posted inCommunity, Health, News
Inland Hospital closed a year ago. Waterville’s wounds are still fresh
‘There is a hospital 20 miles down the road,’ the president of the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter said, ‘and it might as well be in Portland.’
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Why some officials are worried about Maine’s drinking water infrastructure
Many of the state’s water mains are nearing the end of their lives, but it can be difficult to predict where or when the next one will fail.
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Need a refresh? Here’s where to get a facial this spring in the Bethel area.
After winter’s wear, three area spas — Jordan Spa, Mountain Glow and Aesthetics Retreat — offer facials to cleanse, hydrate and reset skin for spring.
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Portland residents hit the trails with city’s new Park Ranger Hike Club
The hike club will take place every other Saturday throughout the spring, showcasing Portland’s expansive trail systems.
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Meet the new head of the nonprofit Good Will-Hinckley school in Fairfield
Tracie Travers, who worked for the educational nonprofit from 2000 to 2008, said she is excited to return as executive director and president.
Posted inCommunity, Maine Crime, News
3rd person charged in connection with Palmyra killing, robbery
New details about the killing of Jaquan Humphries have emerged as prosecutors proceed with charges against several people they believe were involved.
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Gardiner’s Cinderella Project of Maine prepares dresses for Sunday giveaway
Photographer Anna Chadwick captures volunteers preparing for this inclusive event that provides free dresses for students planning to attend a spring formal.
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Winthrop crew rescues man, dog who fell through Upper Narrows Pond ice
A quick response and recent ice rescue training helped the emergency response, Winthrop fire Chief Dan Brooks said.