Under a compromise approved Tuesday, typical Central Maine Power residential customers will see bills will rise 1% in July and then increase roughly $5 by the middle of 2025.
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As Pride month grows, so does hostility in some Maine towns
A large number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills were introduced around the country this year, including in Maine, and organizers of Pride events like those in Unity say the level of ‘venom’ has been sharp.
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Landlords, realtors ramp up spending ahead of rent control referendum
Backers of Question A, which would remove the 5% cap on rent increases when apartments turn over, have raised and spent far more than opponents headed into the June 13 election.
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Freeport’s Harraseeket Inn sold to Massachusetts firm
The tourist hotspot known for its food and charming atmosphere was purchased by Giri Hotels, a Massachusetts-based company.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
New Balance pledges $250,000 for early learning center for children in Skowhegan
The contribution was announced Monday at a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of a $65 million expansion of New Balance’s Skowhegan manufacturing facility.
Posted inBooks, Maine
Women of letters: Gov. Mills and her pandemic pen pal inspire new book
Ashirah Knapp of Temple wrote weekly letters to Gov. Janet Mills during the first year of the pandemic. The letters are the basis for the book ‘In Other Words, Leadership,’ which goes on sale June 20.
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Land trust grant to preserve 32 acres around Maquoit Bay in Brunswick
The Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust was awarded $245,000 from the Land for Maine’s Future program.
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Despite high pay at Maine summer jobs, some workers look for other rewards
Seasonal hiring is ramping up in the state, and summer wages are high. But young workers don’t always take the top-dollar jobs.
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Brunswick man charged after driving wrong way on I-295
No one was injured, and the driver was charged with driving under the influence, state police say.
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Review finds AG’s relationship with employee was an ‘error in judgment’
The outside investigation of Attorney General Aaron Frey’s romance with a subordinate concludes that it briefly distracted agency personnel but did not tarnish the work or reputation of the state office.