A group including 2 Republican lawmakers has argued that legislative leaders violated the state constitution by passing a party-line budget and then calling a special session to finish other work. But an assistant attorney general told the court the process was lawful.
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Posted inMaine, Politics
Gov. Mills slams lawmakers for advancing more spending bills
A legislative committee advanced at least $10 million in additional spending this week after repeated warnings from the administration about pushing the state budget past the ‘breaking point.’
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
How sweet it is: Winslow student crowned 2024 American Honey Princess
Of America’s roughly 200,000 beekeepers, less than 1% are in Maine. Lainey Bell aims to change that through her newfound royalty.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta budget would hike taxes 3.9% in the next budget year
After four hours of discussions, Augusta city officials reached agreement on a nearly $87 million spending plan for the city and its schools; the final vote with come at the Augusta City Council business meeting scheduled for May 16.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Update: Augusta man arrested following 8-hour standoff with police in Sidney
Marlon Cloutier, 33, was arrested at a relative’s house and taken to the Kennebec County Correctional Facility in Augusta, where he was to be booked on warrants and several charges, officials said.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville Elks Riders to host Spring Blessing of the Bikes on Saturday in Vassalboro
The event, which raises money for local charities, includes a free meal (donations accepted) and an open house for viewing antique vehicles, in addition to the blessing of motorcycles and Jeeps, performed by an ordained chaplain.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Somerset County Superior Courthouse in Skowhegan to get $45 million replacement
The Superior Courthouse is to be replaced with a three-story, 30,000-square-foot addition to the District Courthouse across the street, which the Maine Judicial Branch says is necessary to upgrade the facility built in 1873 and increase efficiency.
Posted inMaine, News
Franklin County approves purchase of heat pump for Sheriff’s Office
County Administrator Amy Bernard said that the town of Rangeley has agreed to pay an overtime rate for deputies covering shifts in that town. The town plans to hire a full-time police chief.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Judge denies Portland man’s attempt to rescind guilty plea in killing of his kids’ mother
Anthony Leng is serving a 40-year sentence for shooting Sokha Khuon in front of 2 of their children. He says his attorney didn’t do enough to challenge details prosecutors used to request the highest sentence possible.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Ever have $2 million in illegal drugs sent to your house by mistake? Someone in Winslow did.
Police are investigating the shipment of the potent synthetic opioid, which has a street value of up to $2 million.