School policy officials would not speak to Richmond’s change specifically, but advised any school district that changes policy to consult school attorneys.
Maine
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Increasingly early ice-outs on Maine waters open up new environmental problems, experts say
As Maine wraps up one of its warmest winters in recorded history, lakes and ponds across the state are seeing ice-outs earlier than ever. Experts say that’s affecting everything from algae to moose.
advertisement
Posted inMaine
State urges judge to not add governor, attorney general to indigent defense lawsuit
The ACLU of Maine’s complaint takes aim at Gov. Janet Mills and Attorney General Aaron Frey for failing to provide constitutionally required attorneys to poor Mainers.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Construction of Skowhegan whitewater River Park delayed until 2025
Park organizers were planning to begin construction this year, but a delay in the availability of one of the project’s contractors has pushed back the original timeline.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Skowhegan selectmen approve Spinning Mill TIF proposal, sending it to town meeting
The developer rehabilitating the old downtown mill has said a tax increment financing agreement is crucial to getting the project back on track after it sustained millions of flooding damage in December.
Posted inLocal Government, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
As Winslow budget talks ramp up, town manager says tax bills won’t increase
Although labor costs, inflation and several large infrastructure projects are expected to raise the town’s budget by about $2 million, Town Manager Ella Bowman is proposing no change in the tax rate.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Attorney general finds police shooting in Rangeley Plantation was justified
A state police tactical team member shot Shay McKenna in September after he got out of his van with an AR-15-style rifle and body armor.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Feds announce 2 million-acre site in Gulf of Maine for offshore floating wind project
The selected wind energy area is 80% smaller than originally planned and federal energy officials say it avoids conflicts with lobster fishing and North Atlantic right whale habitat. Maine lobstermen say another area where right whales have been seen remains in the designated area.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Week In Photos March 8-15, 2024
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.
Posted inAmy Calder, Columns, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Reporting Aside: Enjoy, but beware the early spring
This early spring weather is a boon, but we shouldn’t get too complacent as it could change at any time, Amy Calder writes.