Fiber expansion is reshaping western Maine’s infrastructure, bringing high-speed internet to rural communities, while the data center is expected to bring a new boost.
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Pro-Collins super PAC launches $2M attack ad against Graham Platner
Pine Tree Results’ ad buy highlights Platner’s old internet comments about sexual assault, lobstermen and rural white Americans.
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Augusta fire destroys home, barn on Church Hill Road
A Maine Forest Service helicopter assisted by dropping loads of water onto the fire Monday morning.
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Public interest payphone installed in Cumberland as program expands
The PIP program has installed two new phones this spring, expanding access to free public calling.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do
9 fun things to do at a Portland Sea Dogs game
Besides watching the games, fans can see fireworks, collect bobbleheads, sing and dance, climb on a fire engine or dress like Batman.
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Concerts planned in central Maine this week
Dar Williams plans Waldoboro show, The Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus is set for perform in Gardiner, and get your tickets for The Wallflowers event in Waterville.
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Belgrade couple win Mid-Maine Chamber top honor
Brian and Amy Bernatchez will be honored at the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s 63rd Annual Awards Ceremony set for Thursday in Waterville.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Food & Dining, Leslie Bridgers, News, Things to Do
Squeeze in these seasonal activities before the tourists get here | Column
In the month before Memorial Day, many of Maine’s summer destinations are ready and waiting.
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After a terrifying January, Waterville immigrants and locals share culture and food
After the ICE surge at the beginning of the year, Waterville immigrants say their community is strong and growing.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News, Politics
Uptake of Maine’s new red flag law has been slow — but advocates aren’t worried
Just four red flag orders have been filed since the law went into effect on Feb. 21, while law enforcement has completed 86 yellow flag orders.