For some residents of storm-prone Southeastern states, the best indicator of a hurricane’s severity can be found at the local Waffle House.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Bathroom break at work? Swiss court upholds watchmaker’s rule to do it on your own time
A court in Switzerland has ruled that a manufacturer was justified in telling workers: If you need a bathroom break, clock out and take it on your own time.
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The Way It Was in Skowhegan: Week of Oct. 14-21
Showcasing what happened in the Skowhegan-area on this date for the week of Oct. 14-21
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Homeless people discuss barriers they face in Augusta
Augusta Task Force on Homelessness seeks solutions to improve lives of homeless area residents.
Posted inNation & World, News
Climate change made Helene more intense. Scientists say the same is likely for Milton
World Weather Attribution calculated that human-caused climate change boosted the rainfall of Helene by about 10% and intensified its winds by about 11%.
Posted inCommunity
Bath society holiday cards support programs
BATH — This year’s Pine Tree Society cards, by Maine artists Sandy Crabtree and Jeannine Staples, celebrate winter in Maine. Crabtree’s painting “December Cove” is new for 2024, and Staples’ “Afternoon Play” was selected from the archives for a limited edition re-release. All proceeds from card sales support Pine Tree Society’s programs. Crabtree’s paintings have […]
Posted inMaine, News
Jay board approves pay raise for police
Starting pay for patrolmen jumps $5.13 an hour to $29 an hour.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
There’s a chance to see the northern lights in Maine this week
The forecast suggests Thursday night might be a great opportunity to see the northern lights in parts of Maine.
Posted inElection 2024, Elections, Kennebec Journal, Local Elections, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Here are local polling times and locations by town in the central Maine area
All Maine polling locations will remain open until 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Manchester begins search for new fire chief in wake of controversial resignation
The town’s previous chief, Frank Wozniak, resigned in August after spending nearly two months on paid administrative leave for impersonating a public official.