The worker would be hired by the city in the hopes of connecting people with substance use disorder with help.
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Solon storm damage likely due to microburst as storms swept through Maine Thursday
Thunderstorms popped up across Maine on the final day of a late-spring heat wave that broke some longstanding temperature records in central Maine.
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Local chamber officials ramp up coordination as thousands flock to Augusta-Waterville area for upcoming events
The cities of Waterville and Augusta are prepared, with help from their chambers of commerce, to receive influxes of people for such large events that are increasingly being held in central Maine.
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Thousands without power as thunder, hail slam central Maine
Over 17,000 Central Maine Power Co. customers were without electricity statewide as of 8:15 p.m. Thursday, 200 of which were in Somerset County as winds up to 60 mph and penny-size hail sweep through Maine.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Watch: Hundreds turn out at cemetery on sweltering-hot day for funeral of ‘unclaimed’ Augusta veteran
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.
Posted inFood & Dining, Opinion, Things to Do
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.