The cost of reviewing the utility’s operations, to be paid by ratepayers, has soared to $554,025, over than $140,000 more than the original contract price.
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Setting the scene onstage when the scene involves food
At local theaters, a recent run of food-related shows requires careful consideration for the food on stage.
Maine lawmaker takes heat for posting photos of student athlete she identifies as transgender
Rep. Laurel Libby said she does not plan to take down her Facebook post, despite a request from the Maine House speaker, who said children should not be ‘used to score political points.’
Lobstermen see controversial fishing gear in action for the first time
In Jonesport, the lobstermen were skeptical. But organizers don’t want an endorsement, they just want lobstermen to see the gear for themselves.
UMaine Augusta students among those floating climate resiliency ideas for Casco Bay
Concepts ranging from floating communities to elevated over-water bike paths populate the final exhibition of a multi-university design studio intended to help Portland and South Portland prepare for rising sea levels, warming temperatures and increasing extreme weather.
Massachusetts men arrested in PayPal scam in Rangeley Plantation
Police said the men posed as Department of Justice employees when they approached the woman.
Winslow food pantry to hold fundraiser dinner March 1
All proceeds will benefit the food pantry.
Acadia National Park, SAMHSA employees fired as Trump administration slashes federal workforce
Eight people were laid off from Acadia National Park, cutting the popular tourist attraction’s year-round staff by about 10%.
Trump gets near-universal approval from Maine Republicans, poll finds
But more than half of those surveyed in the UNH poll — 54% — believe Elon Musk’s role in the administration is inappropriate.
Fayette Select Board reviews budget and rising costs for emergency services
The Fayette Select Board discussed ongoing efforts to address concerns over inequitable pricing for internet service, and offered support for a bill to give county commissioners greater flexibility in setting municipal tax payment schedules.