Some county commissioners think the sheriff should auction off forfeited guns that may still have some value instead of destroying them.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Sabattus shooter likely suffered mental health crisis, police say
A gunman shot and killed his mother Wednesday on Route 9 in Sabattus before exiting the vehicle, shooting at passing cars and killing another person. He then turned the gun on himself.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
9.6% spending increase gets final OK from Kennebec County commissioners
The taxpayer-funded portion of the budget will jump by about 13.5%, on the heels of a nearly 30% increase last year.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine immigrants, undocumented or not, ‘walking on glass’ as enforcement ramps up
The Trump administration’s focus on detaining and deporting suspected undocumented immigrants, coupled with differing approaches by local law enforcement agencies, has spread fear and uncertainty.
Posted inAuto, Business, Maine, Nation & World
Looking to buy a new or used car? In need of repairs? What to know about new auto tariffs
Here’s what we know about how Mainers will be impacted by the changes that begin Thursday.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Mobile homeowners back bill to help them fight sales to investors
Maine lawmakers are weighing several bills designed to protect mobile homeowners, including one that would give residents the right of first refusal if their park comes up for sale.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation & World, Politics
As tariffs set in, Mainers have about 2 months until car prices jump
President Donald Trump’s 25% tariff on imported vehicles and parts goes into effect Thursday. Dealers, mechanics and consumers could all take a hit.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Pittston to seek nearly $2 million from road commissioner’s company
Pittston officials allege that road repair work completed by Sam Snow Construction to Jewett Road was poorly done.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Ambulance crews face long transports, high costs with Waterville hospital closure
Hospital options for emergency transport services may be limited after the June closure of Waterville’s Northern Light Inland.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Schools and Education
USDA freezes funds to Maine education, citing Title IX violations
The agency will freeze an unknown amount of money for ‘administrative and technological functions’ in schools but will not pause federal food programs or direct assistance for Mainers.