The 25th annual festival, known as MIFF, drew filmmakers from as far as California, Mexico and the United Kingdom and moviegoers from all over the world, according to festival director.
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Augusta coffee shop inquiry for Cony Circle prompts temporary ban due to traffic, safety concerns
Augusta city councilors have enacted an emergency moratorium on any new businesses that would increase traffic volume at the city’s two circles over safety concerns at intersections that already lead the state with most annual crashes.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Pittston Fair to celebrate 70th year this weekend
The Pittston Fair, which runs Thursday through Sunday, is not expected to be impacted by recent concerns about avian flu.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Man’s injuries in Waterville shooting serious but not life-threatening, police say
City police are saying little about the shooting July 9 on Pleasant Street.
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Multivehicle crash in Fairfield sends three to hospital
Four people injured Sunday morning at intersection of Norridgewock Road and Wood Street, according to police.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Man fatally shot by deputy at Newport campground was staying there with his family, owner says
Stephen Bossom, 35, was working part time at Sebasticook Lake Campground with his wife, Abbie, when Bossom, armed with a gun, had a confrontation Friday with a deputy from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office, according to the campground’s owner and law enforcement officials.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Police: Massachusetts man, 19, charged in murder of Skowhegan woman
Jason Servil faces charge in death of Alice Abbott, 20, according to officials.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell establishes committee to address city’s need for affordable housing
Group formed in response to residents’ concerns about dramatic rent increases, a lack of available housing and existing living spaces that are unsafe and unsanitary.
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Photos: Old Hallowell Day returns after two years off due to COVID-19
After being canceled the past two years because of the coronavirus pandemic, Old Hallowell Day returns with a parade, run and other events. Photos by Joe Phelan/Kennebec Journal.
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Windsor celebrates its bicentennial with games, music, and history
Saturday’s event at the fairgrounds marked the town’s 200th anniversary and included recognition of the oldest and youngest residents.