MD3 was launched in December 2023 with American Rescue Plan Act funds — a choice that could spell the end of the program during this budget cycle.
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Kennebec County budget draft calls for 10% spending increase
The county budget committee begins deliberations Wednesday at 6 p.m. at 125 State St. in Augusta.
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Central Maine snowmobilers face new, snowless normal
‘Down here in Kennebec County, I’m afraid our years are probably up,’ said Ernest Rice, longtime president of the Belgrade snowmobile club.
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New Ventures Maine grant program seeks applications
The grants support new or expanded business marketing and promotion.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Maine rivers don’t flood despite heavy rain, high winds
The overnight storm caused power outages and canceled schools, but there was minimal flooding.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Longtime Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office deputy to retire at end of year
Chief Deputy Al Morin will step down after four decades. Lt. Chris Read, who joined the sheriff’s office in 2016 after leaving the Augusta Police Department, will take his place.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Central Maine arrest log: Oct. 12-18, 2024
Augusta- and Waterville-area arrests for Oct. 12-18, 2024.
Posted inLocal & State
Grant to MaineHealth EMS ambulance services supports training, recruitment, equipment in greater Franklin County
The service, a department of MaineHealth Franklin, was formerly known as NorthStar EMS.
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Maine’s nonemergency transport contract remains under review
While an appeal process is ongoing, the state extended the contract with Penquis to the end of this year.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Oakland woman charged with manslaughter in connection with 2023 death of infant
Following a yearlong investigation into the death of a 4-month-old child, Lisa Barney, 54, of Oakland was arrested Friday on a charge of manslaughter.