Department of Public Safety Commissioner Michael Sauschuck informed officers this week that the Maine State Police will effectively absorb Capitol Police in the coming years.
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Voter-approved trail grants add to access across Maine: ‘Go outside and play’
The first round of the Maine Trails Program funds 44 projects across the state, including ones in Augusta, Rangeley, Strong and Waterville.
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Maine Capitol Police being absorbed into state police
The transition will happen over several years and comes after the former Capitol Police chief was accused of a drunken assault and resigned.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Augusta’s St. Michael School gets $2.9 million gift
Martha Brenda Shaw attended St. Mary School as a child; it merged with St. Augustine in 2007 to become the St. Michael School.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Cony boys basketball tops Nokomis in season opener
Freshman Carter Brathwaite shines in his debut as the Rams roll past the Warriors.
Posted inCommunity, Local & State, News
Public interest payphones a critical safety link in Maine
Public interest payphones in Maine continue to provide a crucial and free, yet aging, connection for people who need a dependable way to call for help.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Dominant Cony football meets battle-tested Westbrook in Class B final
The Rams have obliterated opponents, while the Blue Blazes have found ways to win tight games against top teams — what does this mean for Saturday?
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Incentives, rebates still available, but federal heat pump help runs out Dec. 31
Homeowners must act quickly to use federal tax credits, though state programs will remain in place.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Cony football tops Fryeburg to win Class B North championship
The Rams overcome some minor hiccups to advance to the state title game against Westbrook.
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First 2026 refugees expected Nov. 24 as Maine’s annual arrivals drop significantly
The state’s resettlement total of 50 people is a 95% decline from last year, leaving Maine Immigrant and Refugee Services preparing for a far slower pace of arrivals.