James Owens, who has been Hallowell’s fire chief since 2017, made disparaging social media comments about No Kings protesters in Augusta days prior to requesting the leave.
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Long-shot Democratic U.S. Senate candidate drops out, endorses Janet Mills
Daira Smith-Rodriguez, of Biddeford, entered the race a month ago but failed to get any traction among a crowded field.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Waldo County woman shot, injured after 3 masked men show up at her door
The Knox resident was taken to the hospital with injuries that police said were not life-threatening. The 3 suspects have not yet been located.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, News
Social Security recipients get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in 2026, average of $56 per month
The Social Security cost-of-living increase will go up by 2.8% in 2026, which translates to an average increase of more than $56 for retirees every month.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
Shadows in the Hall casts actors in eerie scenes in Gardiner
Step inside the historic 1864 Johnson Hall and explore 3 floors transformed into a living, breathing performance space.
Posted inElections, Maine
Meet the candidates running for 2 Winslow Town Council spots
Lee Trahan is running for reelection, and four others are joining the race to fill two at-large seats on the council.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News
New LA Arts sculpture commemorates those lost to Lewiston mass shooting
The community art project was designed to help people process their grief.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News
Bowling, billiard balls become art in honor of Lewiston shooting victims
The items were recovered from the 2 locations of the mass shooting, which took place two years ago Saturday.
Posted inMaine, News
Mainers who rely on Head Start may feel strain of prolonged shutdown
The federal program for low-income children and families provides early education, health and nutrition services. Roughly 170 children in Maine are at risk that their program losing funding on Nov. 1
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Is Maine’s drought making seasonal allergies worse?
During extended dry periods, pollen and mold spores picked up by the wind stay airborne longer and travel farther, experts say. But data is limited.