Bureau of Motor Vehicle branches face issues, including a staffing shortage, that have left thousands of motorists waiting hours to renew drivers’ licenses or register vehicles.
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Kennebec Journal Aug. 12 police log
Augusta area police reports for Monday, Aug. 12, 2019.
Posted inLocal & State
Cony High teacher to spend semester in Greece studying refugee education
Karina Escajeda, who teaches English to immigrant and refugee students in Augusta, was selected as one of 25 American teachers for a Fulbright award and grant.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine House kills bill to require background checks for private gun sales
The measure would have required private gun sellers to obtain background checks on buyers from federally licensed firearms dealers.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine Legislature inches toward deal on new state budget
Members of both parties express confidence an agreement could be reached, but sticking points remain on Gov. Janet Mill’s $8 billion, two-year proposal.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Workers’ comp reform bill moves out of committee to full floor
A legislative committee voted along party lines to endorse a bill that would increase available benefits to injured workers and raise costs.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Politics, Religion and Values
Maine House passes ‘death with dignity’ bill by 4 votes
Tuesday’s vote marks initial approval of the measure, which would make Maine the 8th state to allow terminally ill patients to end their lives with prescribed medication.