Here are some stories across the decades about R.H. Reny, the founder of the Renys department store chain, curated from our newspaper archives.
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Graham Platner is still ‘a mystery’ to Maine voters. It’s costing Democrats millions.
He’s spending three times as much on ads in the U.S. Senate primary as Gov. Janet Mills, who went on the attack this week over her opponent’s old internet comments about sexual assault.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
In Maine’s tight real estate market, some look to home staging to stand out
As competition grows, home sellers are looking for every advantage.
Posted inLocal & State, Things to Do
7 seasonal activities showing spring is finally coming to Maine
Ice cream stands, paved paths and early-opening fish shacks tell you winter might finally be over.
Posted inFood & Dining, Health, Local & State, News
Waterville man pushes referendum to loosen backyard chicken rules
Leo St. Peter says he plans to gather signatures so voters can decide at a referendum whether to loosen the city’s restrictions on having chickens.
Posted inGuides, Local & State, News
Waterville Public Library offers free seeds to patrons through June
Photographer Rich Abrahamson captures people selecting vegetable seed varieties for planting this spring.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Skowhegan town manager has died, officials say
Nicholas Nadeau began working for the town in June.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Bath Iron Works worker’s union set to strike Monday
The Bath Marine Draftsmen’s Association is protesting the company’s contract offer, which did not meet their demands for better pay, insurance and retirement.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Lewiston lifts boil water order following Sunday’s water main break
Officials say residents in the impacted areas should run their cold water for 5 minutes before use to help flush out the system.
Posted inLocal & State
Augusta could have a low-barrier homeless shelter soon. But guardrails are the focus for now.
While city officials support having such a shelter, it’s taking time to work out the details.