Gov. Paul LePage is blasting the move, as he and other critics say public employees are ‘double-dipping’ by drawing both a pension and salary at the same time.
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Police doubt dangerous-dogs tale, suspect ‘coordinated effort’
The Humane Society Waterville Area president said the ‘public’s safety is our main concern’ as police hunted for two pit bulls that were missing Tuesday minutes after the Supreme Court upheld a euthanasia order.
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State Department of Transportation talks pedestrian safety in Winslow
After a spike in fatalities, the state and the Bicycle Coalition of Maine are visiting 21 communities across Maine to discuss local issues and gather data.
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Western Kennebec County towns look for ways to keep farmers on farms
After Winslow successfully launched a similar program, Manchester, Winthrop and Monmouth are looking for ways to lower taxes or protect farmland so it doesn’t get developed.
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Winslow dogs’ euthanasia order upheld by state’s highest court
The two dogs were involved in a fatal attack on another dog in August 2016.
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Winslow voters to decide on two councilors, contentious school bond
Two incumbents face two newcomers in the election on Nov. 7, when residents also will decide the fate of a $10.33 million school bond.
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Trash tonnage the same despite pilot recycling program in Winslow
The town’s hopes to increase recycling and cut costs for trash disposal haven’t been realized, and soon will be facing major decisions when the contract with PERC runs out.
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Maine high court weighs fate of two ‘dangerous’ dogs
The owners of Bentley and Kole are seeking to have a euthanasia order overturned in a case heard Friday by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.
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Three-vehicle crash in Winslow delays morning traffic
A Toyota pickup struck a utility pole and two dump trucks got stuck together, delaying travelers for a half-hour.
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Winslow Town Council votes to amend school bond question
Councilors also approved bans on truck traffic on Clifford Avenue and Paine Street and smoking in certain areas.