No one came forward to claim Gerry R. Brooks after he died last month, and a funeral home director said it’s becoming a more common situation.
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Poll: What’s your favorite kind of food truck eats?
Food trucks have been an extremely popular commodity all across Maine and locally for years now. Take our poll below to tell us your favorite type of food truck foods! And check out our guide for a listing of food trucks all across our area.
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Webinar on Maine’s direct care shortage set for June 26
AUGUSTA — The Maine Center for Economic Policy is set to host a webinar on the report Closing the Gap: Maine’s Direct Care Shortage and Solutions to Fix It, at noon Wednesday, June 26. Thousands of older adults, people with disabilities, and individuals with behavioral health challenges do not receive the personal care and support […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Beating the extreme heat: Central Mainers search for swimming holes, pools and cooling centers
As the heat wave continues to build and steam, people in central Maine were taking measures to cool off wherever they could.
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Augusta library to offer nutrition coaching for seniors
A registered dietician will meet with individuals one-on-one for free nu
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
How to keep your house pets and farm animals cool during Maine’s heat wave
Here are symptoms to look out for and tips for keeping your furry friends cool during high temperatures.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Woman found guilty after firing gun in Oakland domestic violence incident
Woman who fired gun into floor of Oakland home during argument with husband was found guilty of reckless conduct, criminal threatening, endangering child.
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Healthy Living For ME announces grant award
AUGUSTA — Healthy Living for ME is one of 20 grantees for USAging’s Center of Excellence to Align Health and Social Care. With the funding received through the COE, the agency will be able to further develop HL4ME’s capabilities, capacities, and support infrastructure to better coordinate health and social care service deliveries for people in […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Verdict expected Tuesday in trial of woman who shot gun during argument with husband at their Oakland home
Heather M. Hodgson, 41, admits she intentionally fired her handgun into the floor during an argument with her husband, but testified Monday at the Capital Judicial Center in Augusta that she was in fear of him and acted in self-defense.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Record temperatures expected as heat wave blasts Maine
Experts say records could be set this week as temperatures are predicted to hit the mid- or upper 90s from Portland to Bangor, foreshadowing what is expected to be a warmer-than-average summer.