Swimmers were ordered to leave the ocean after a paddle boarder spotted the shark Wednesday evening, but the beach resumed normal operations Thursday.
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Planes, drone, dogs used in search for 2-year-old who wandered from North Woods campsite
The girl was found safe after wandering from camp during the night while her parents slept.
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Maine COVID-19 cases, patient counts hold steady as national numbers climb
The state has the nation’s second-lowest infection rate, after Vermont.
Posted inMaine, Religion and Values
Catholic Church says sexual abuse allegations against Maine priest were unfounded
An investigation of the 2 allegations found that the abuse, which allegedly took place in the 1980s, ‘could not have occurred,’ the Portland Diocese said.
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Richmond Days returns after 2-year hiatus this weekend with ‘The Fabulous ’50s’ theme
The event will feature fireworks, a Frank Sinatra impersonator, a soap box-style race for children and a roller rink on Richmond’s Front Street.
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MaineDOT: Frank J. Wood Bridge replacement construction may start this year
Maine Department of Transportation’s announcement comes as the Federal Highway Administration confirms it is cheaper to replace the Brunswick-Topsham bridge than repair it.
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Pope apologizes for ‘catastrophic’ school policy in Canada
The long-awaited apology opened Pope Francis’ weeklong ‘penitential pilgrimage’ to Canada.
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BIW wins contract to help design next-gen destroyer
The U.S. Navy has awarded Bath Iron Works a contract to help design its next generation of destroyers, the shipyard announced in a press release Friday afternoon.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Hallowell-area superintendent resigns after a month on job, marking fifth departure of school leader in three years
Matthew Gilbert, who took over for Tonya Arnold in February and officially began July 1 as RSU 2 superintendent, announced Friday he will leave the job Sept. 30.
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Judge orders additional DNA testing in Dennis Dechaine murder case
Dechaine has served 33 years for the murder of 12-year-old Sarah Cherry.