The budget passed at the annual town meeting Monday night comes with essentially no increase to the portion funded by property taxes.
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Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Maine Turnpike speed limit lowered as snow arrives just in time for evening commute
Several communities in southern and central Maine have also announced parking bans and early closures. Forecasters say anywhere from 1-2 inches to 5 inches could fall by Wednesday morning.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Augusta Kmart redevelopment recruiting first tenants for Western Avenue project
The city and its real estate partner hope to curate a commercial hub with a hotel, mixed-use building and standalone storefronts along a well-traveled stretch.
Posted inHearts of Pine, News, Sports
Hearts of Pine sell out single-game tickets in minutes
Demand remains strong for Maine’s professional soccer team as it approaches the start of its second season.
Posted inNews
Maine’s State House for a day of legislative action in photos
Joe Phelan captures a legislative sentiment, a House of Representatives session and general activity under the dome in Augusta.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
UMaine taps into satellite data to help oyster farmers
A free online dashboard uses the information to help Maine oyster farmers predict time to market.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
Man enters plea deal in killing of Waldoboro man in 2024
Jason Hewett pleaded guilty to one count of manslaughter in connection with the death of Kyle MacDougall in Cushing.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
Man found guilty of murder in Edgecomb child’s death
A jury has found Tyler Witham-Jordan, 31, guilty of murder in connection with the 2022 death of 3-year-old Makinzlee Handrahan.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine, News
Augusta hospitality students advance to national competition
Capital Area Technical Center took first place in both the culinary and restaurant management events.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Politics
How a change to net energy billing could cost a few Mainers tens of thousands
A ‘drafting error’ in a 2025 law could force dozens of residents to forfeit investments in community solar. Lawmakers are working on a fix.