The district’s superintendent said some parents and players created a ‘divisive environment’ when they wore shirts and stickers with the number of a player who was suspended from the team over an alleged bullying incident.
Maine
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Church zoning change delayed again in Waterville
City councilors were set to take a final vote Tuesday night to allow demolition of two buildings, but instead decided to send the proposal back to the Planning Board.
Maine’s cannabis chief investigated for possible conflict of interest
A legislative panel agrees to look into ties between John Hudak and a firm hired to track marijuana plants from seedling to sale.
Somerset County Jail officer on leave amid domestic violence allegation
Giovanni Sinclair, whose work-issued firearm was taken away when he was served a protection from abuse order, was later charged with misdemeanor domestic violence assault.
After Maine native testifies before Congress, Elon Musk targets his disability
Dylan Hedtler-Gaudette said he’s not surprised by online trolls highlighting his blindness instead of focusing on what he said about eliminating waste and fraud in government.
Maine’s longtime marine resources commissioner is stepping down
Patrick Keliher, who has served in the position since 2012, is the longest-serving commissioner in the history of the Department of Marine Resources. He will retire March 14.
Another earthquake recorded in Maine
The smaller earthquake Sunday night was recorded 21 miles northwest of Millinocket.
Maine needs more housing fast, but tariffs could slow efforts
Experts say the 25% tariff on steel and the threatened 25% tax on Canadian goods could increase home prices by up to 10%, undermining efforts to boost housing production and affordability.
Protesters in Augusta call out Trump, Musk on Presidents Day
Faced with cold temperatures and icy wind gusts, the protesters outside the Maine State House shielded their faces with homemade signs whose messages included “SAVE DEMOCRACY,” “JUSTICE NOW” or “ARREST MUSK.”
Former judge accused of harassment violated rules of conduct for attorneys, panel finds
A disciplinary panel chastised Charles Budd for violating the Maine bar’s rules of conduct, but decided against any formal discipline, including a suspension or probation.