Representatives of the Citizens’ Climate Lobby are promoting at town meetings and municipal meetings a resolution to be sent to state and federal officeholders to support a fee on fossil fuel sales that once collected would be distributed to residents as a dividend.
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Outbreak investigation opened at Skowhegan Area Middle School
It is believed that transmission may have occurred in school, but officials decided to keep the facility open after discussions with Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
While union ‘lost patience,’ Hallowell-area superintendent’s contract still renewed by school board
After a motion to table the contract approval was defeated, Superintendent Tonya Arnold’s contract was renewed through June 30, 2023, in an 8-1 vote.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell City Council approves rules for private, commercial solar energy systems
Doug Ide, code enforcement officer and interim city manager, said changes to the state’s solar rules have sparked a number of inquiries about solar arrays in Hallowell.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Urgent medical care center approved for Augusta’s Turnpike Mall site
City officials believe the new business will improve aesthetics and access to the struggling mall, and will offer an alternative to an emergency room visit.
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Maine Arts Academy’s pilot program in culinary arts a hit with students and staff
The 10-week pilot course, a collaboration between the charter school and Snow Pond Center for the Arts, began in January of this year.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Augusta Board of Education OKs 2021-22 budget, with less-than-1% spending hike
The proposed spending plan is to be presented April 6 to the Augusta City Council.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Three Augusta schools report positive COVID-19 cases
Cony Middle and High School, and Farrington and Lillian P. Hussey elementary schools will continue operate on their regular schedules.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Police: Man in custody after chase, armed standoff in central Maine
Police identify suspect as Joshua Elliott, 40.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Gardiner city manager resigns
The Gardiner City Council accepted the resignation of City Manager Christine Landes on Wednesday after a 10-minute executive session.