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Ruling in federal court loosens Maine rules for insurance adjusters for hire

The contractors who help negotiate insurance claims can now solicit clients after a loss but still can’t offer a contract for at least 36 hours.

The rig erupted in a wall of flames less than a minute after the rescue occurred.

by John Swinconeck and Hannah LaClaire times record January 9, 2019January 9, 2019

The fire at the 3-unit residence on Swett Street was reported early Wednesday, and left the building gutted.

A neighbor reported the fire after hearing tires pop in the garage.

Things are returning to normal at the intersection that officials had closed because of a huge fire there Wednesday.

by Kennebec Journal January 3, 2019January 3, 2019

The Maranacook Station Lane fire sends the camp’s occupant, Thomas N. Thompson, to the hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation and burns.

The cause was unknown as of Sunday night, and crews expected to keep working for several more hours.

The blaze destroyed a garage and a second-floor apartment on Hopper Road, the State Fire Marshal’s Office says.

by Staff Report December 10, 2018December 10, 2018

The fire, which was reported prior to 7 a.m., caused little damage.

by Staff Report December 1, 2018December 1, 2018

The fire started on the first floor or beneath the house, investigators believe.