If confirmed by the Legislature, Brig. Gen. Diane Dunn would succeed the retiring Maj. Gen. Douglas Farnham.
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Portland-based developer to turn historic Skowhegan property into workforce apartments
Brian Eng, who has taken up a special interest in the region over the past three years, is planning to convert his Airbnb at 31 Court St. into five long-term rentals.
Reporting Aside: The gift of books
Having gone through the publishing process makes one appreciate even more what a gift it is to hold a book in one’s hands and travel its pages, Amy Calder writes.
Vassalboro officials explore options to lower planned hikes to sewer bills
Residents complained that costs have gone up by the thousands for some customers, in large part due to a $3 million sewer replacement project completed in 2020.
Maine Hire-A-Vet campaign places vets in well-paid jobs
The 2023 campaign surpassed the goal of 100 hires in 100 days set by Mills administration.
Independent review says Sagadahoc deputies responded reasonably before mass shooting
Sheriff Joel Merry says the report found that his officers followed the law and their training in regard to well-being checks on mass shooter Robert Card.
Kennebec County Emergency Management Director steps down after monthslong administrative leave
A separation agreement signed by the outgoing director, John Brenenstuhl, states there was no wrongdoing or unlawful conduct on his part or the county’s.
More destroyers, parking garage possible for Bath Iron Works under new defense bill
The $886 billion National Defense Authorization Act also includes funding for BIW to design the next-generation destroyer.
Augusta school board votes down transgender-inclusive policy
Some school board members argued the policy needs more work, but others said there was plenty of time for adjustments since the document was introduced nearly a year ago.
BIW union to hold gate collection to support workers displaced by fire
A mobile home in Bowdoinham where multiple Bath Iron Works employees were living was damaged by an electrical fire Dec. 6. The shipyard’s largest union is holding a fundraiser to get them back on their feet.