The National Weather Service said ice jams could cause flooding along the Kennebec River on Friday, and city officials began warning downtown businesses and residents on Wednesday.
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Central Maine leading the way in local adult-use marijuana rule making
City officials crafted their adult-use ordinance to welcome cannabis businesses, relegating authority to the state.
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Hallowell councilors direct city manager to look into finishing downtown sidewalk
After a unanimous vote, city officials will ask transportation officials for the cost, and risks, of completing the controversial Water Street sidewalk project.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Hallowell awards 2 retail pot licenses, leaving existing operator out of the mix
The city’s ordinance allows for only two such businesses in the downtown area.
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Committee recommends slight increase to downtown Hallowell noise restrictions
A wholesale rise in noise level drafted in October was scrapped, but volume could be turned up after 9 p.m.
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Gardiner moves forward with LED conversion
City officials propose the bond replace the existing streetlights with energy efficient and networked LED luminaires.
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Hallowell restaurant owner cites ‘feng shui’ in decision to not move boulders, shorten sidewalk
Hallowell’s Highway Committee held a meeting Thursday to probe why officials shortened a Water Street sidewalk project without public notice.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Hallowell police investigating reported assault on rail trail
Hallowell police said a sharp object was “thrown or discharged” at a man after he spoke with two men late Saturday night.
Posted inCommunity
Skate with Santa event set for Dec. 14 in Hallowell
Event hosted by the Skating Association of Maine.
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Central Maine age-friendly group discusses statewide transit shortcomings
Representatives from local community groups discussed improvements to public transit with transportation officials on Friday.