Public transit options currently meet only about 11% of the state’s total transportation needs, according to a recent report.
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Maine fabric, crafts shops fill the void left after retailer Joann’s bankruptcy
Local store owners say they have already seen new customers coming in to shop for fabric, yarn and other craft supplies.
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Providers fear Medicaid cuts could worsen Maine’s health care access crisis
Tens of thousands of residents in the state could lose health insurance under the budget proposal before Congress.
Posted inBusiness, Central Maine Eats, Food & Dining, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Bao & Beyond moves from food truck to Augusta restaurant
The owners of the popular food truck will open an Augusta restaurant and offer an expanded menu along with brunch on Sundays.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Hallowell drastically cuts recycling facility hours after misuse
North Bay Recycling Center will only be open three hours per week with volunteer monitors stationed outside — mimicking a similar effort in Pittston after long-term misuse at their recycling station.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Winslow to hire full-time fire chief
Mike Murphy brings more than 30 years of firefighting expertise to Winslow.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Cornville treasurer resigns amid questionable recall effort
Town officials have scheduled a special town meeting Monday to discuss whether to change the treasurer position from elected to appointed.
Posted inMaine, News
Thomas College’s largest-ever graduating class walks stage in Waterville
More than 240 graduate and undergraduate students took part in Saturday’s commencement.
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Blue Star Highway Marker dedication in Farmington part of Memorial Day services
Memorial Day services will also be held in Chesterville, Weld and two other Farmington locations.
Posted inAmy Calder, Columns, Maine, Morning Sentinel
May, and memories of the Kennebec | Column
While the Kennebec River has been cleaned up and great plans have been laid for recreational acitvities on the water, memories of past tragedies remain, Amy Calder writes.