Revisions to policy gained traction from community members, who were allowed to participate in a survey and offer input.
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Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Maine requires so-called PFAS to be phased out by 2030
A bill requiring manufacturers to report their use of a class of toxic chemicals and phase them out by 2030 is the law in Maine
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Plane safely lands despite landing gear malfunction at Augusta State Airport
Federal Aviation Administration officials are investigating incident, in which no injuries were reported.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Gardiner Public Library follows growing trend in suspending late fees for books
The move comes as more public libraries across central Maine and the country recognize that imposing late fees is an equity issue.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Sold: Augusta’s Western View golf course under contract
The public nine-hole golf course, located on state Route 3 in Augusta, was offered at auction by Keenan Auction Company after a deal to sell the property fell through earlier this year.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Maine State Library reopens in temporary quarters in Augusta
The smaller space means computer usage requires a reservation, and a majority of the library’s collection is stored offsite but can be retrieved and made available at the new 242 State St. location.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Warrants lead to drug bust in Augusta
Four men were arrested after a search Tuesday of a Water Street apartment building.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
State library reopens at temporary location
AUGUSTA — After a long period of closure because of the COVID-19 pandemic and a significant facility relocation, the Maine State Library reopened its doors to the public July 12 at 242 State St. The library’s permanent location at the Cultural Building on the State Capitol Complex was closed to the public in May 2020 […]
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Bicentennial series continues with lecture on French privateers
Fort Western is to host a meet and greet with lecturer Ken Hamilton.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
With food insecurity expected to continue increasing, Augusta Food Bank offers supermarket-style service
Augusta and Manchester residents are now able to select their food, including meat, dairy, produce and other staples.