Children are spending weeks, months, sometimes a year waiting for help from Child Development Services that the state agency says it cannot provide.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Maine
In Maine libraries, stores and cafes, silent book clubs quietly catch on
In what might be described as post-pandemic plot development, social events are popping up that appeal to people who love to read, creating community and helping to make their worlds ‘a bit bigger.’
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Careful restoration work keeps Victoria Mansion looking 19th-century new
Two highly skilled conservators from Massachusetts are focusing on the historic Portland home’s hallway, a project that’s part of the constant restoration work required to preserve the landmark.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Fire causes significant damage to Waterville home, displaces 2
The cause of an Oakland Street fire has yet to be determined and the Office of State Fire Marshal is leading the investigation, according to the Waterville Fire Department.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
State police detective acted in self-defense when he shot armed man in Chelsea last year, investigation finds
Police Detective Scott Duff acted in ‘self-defense’ by firing at Frank Foss Jr. twice after Foss did not surrender to police and pointed a gun at Duff, according to the Office of the Maine Attorney General report.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
The 2024 Kenney Awards celebrate the success of businesses in the Kennebec Valley
The event drew around 900 people to the Augusta Civic Center on Friday to celebrate the accomplishments of the members of the Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Crash in Liberty caused by black ice sends 1 to hospital
One person suffered injuries after a vehicle rolled over on Route 3, according to a fire rescue official.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Critical test underway as doctors become first responders in new Kennebec County program
A first-of-its-kind pilot program in the region brings physicians to the scenes of crashes and crises, upping the level of care that can be provided and diverting patients from crowded emergency rooms.
Posted inAnimals, Maine
Why do lobsters come in rare colors? This team of UNE researchers wants to find out
A University of New England professor and his students are decoding lobster DNA to try to uncover the genetic basis for rare, multicolored lobsters.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Lawmakers considering proposal for state board to permit affordable housing
The bill from Rep. Traci Gere, D-Kennebunkport, would give developers proposing affordable housing in areas identified for growth an alternative pathway to having their projects approved.