Officials are considering allowing recreational marijuana businesses in Augusta where only medical marijuana businesses are currently allowed.
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Augusta area prepares for Ironman 70.3 Maine triathletes, spectators
Road closures and traffic pattern changes will accommodate about 2,000 athletes and spectators next Sunday for the 2024 Ironman 70.3 Maine.
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Maine CDC shares tips to prevent rabies from bats
As bats become more active during the summer, precautions can limit exposure.
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Waterville’s Central Maine Growth Council distributes $250,000 in business grants
The grant program will accept applications through December.
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Police arrest second suspect in Cushing death after 4-hour standoff
Maine State Police say Jason Hewett, who has been tied to a death in Cushing, was arrested Tuesday. Court documents for another suspect indicate the victim was Kyle MacDougall of Waldoboro.
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Man linked to Cushing death in custody following standoff in Augusta
Jason Hewett, 39, of Augusta, is charged with eluding an officer, domestic assault and manslaughter, following a standoff of more than four hours that closed Route 3 between Churchill and Bolton Hill roads in both directions.
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‘This was their base’: Police say gang responsible for dozens of violent crimes in 7 states had apartment in Gardiner
Federal authorities in Pennsylvania, in announcing indictments against the “Fentanyl Robbery Gang,” say the group used dating sites to connect with victims, then would drug and rob them.
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Maine Strawberry Pageant crowns new royalty
A brand new set of young ladies were crowned during the 2024 Maine Strawberry Pageant, held at the Pittston Fair June 23 in three categories: Blossom 5-7 year olds, Princess 10-13 year olds and Queen 16-20 year olds. The winners are 2024 Maine Strawberry Queen Ashley Kalloch, 17, of Whitefield; Strawberry Queen runner up Kaelyn […]
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Four-vehicle crash in Jefferson sends 3 people to hospitals
Three people suffered serious injuries, with one having to be taken by a LifeFlight of Maine helicopter to Maine Medical Center in Portland.
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UMaine at Augusta’s aviation maintenance program takes off
AUGUSTA — In response to demand from employers in Maine’s growing aviation and aerospace sectors, the University of Maine at Augusta is opening the state’s first aviation maintenance technician school. UMA secured final approval in early July from the Federal Aviation Administration; students will start courses online and hands-on training at the statewide university’s Brunswick […]