Maine’s child protection system failed to recognize risks to children, report says
A watchdog report issued Wednesday says mishandling of child welfare cases left children in dangerous situations.Read More
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Waterville City Council appoints interim city manager who joined City Hall last year
The City Council appointed Assistant City Manager William Post as interim city manager Tuesday, after Steve Daly resigned abruptly from
Read MoreInternal failure temporarily knocks out 9-1-1 emergency calling system for 12 communications centers in Maine
The 12 regional communications centers, which were down for about 90 minutes early Wednesday — included Androscoggin, Franklin, Oxford and
Read MoreCommissioners agree to quarterly review of ARPA applications
FARMINGTON – The Franklin County Commissioners elected the chair for the upcoming year by a coin toss. Commissioner Terry Brann
Read MoreLivermore board sets special town meeting for Jan. 17
Issues include changing the employee retirement system provider and the clerk’s position from elected to appointed.Read More
Read MoreTribes renew, celebrate sovereignty campaign
Tribal and legislative leaders at a Wabanaki Alliance event in Augusta talk about the progress that has been made despite
Read MoreAfter tense debate, Lewiston council chooses new president
The debate Tuesday highlighted friction among councilors that has continued since last year.Read More
Read MorePortland tax assessor resigns 10 months after domestic violence charge
The City Council will consider naming an interim assessor Wednesday following Christopher Huff’s resignation Dec. 19.Read More
Read MoreRepublicans sworn-in at Kennebec County government ceremony for first time in decades
Among the county officials sworn in Tuesday at the Kennebec County commissioners meeting were two Republicans after years of dominance
Read MoreNew Waldo County Sheriff sworn in
BELFAST- Waldo County officially has a new sheriff. A swearing in ceremony was held this morning for Sheriff Jason Trundy
Read MoreSenator Backs Bill to Bring Maine National Guard Home from Undeclared Wars
A Maine State Senator has introduced a bill that would require an official declaration of war by the U.S. Congress
Read MoreSchool districts overwhelmed with public records requests
Some school districts throughout Maine say they’re receiving more FOAA requests than ever before, following national efforts by education-focused conservative
Read MoreAs another Maine court reporter retires, a digital recording system will replace her
Maureen Whitehouse likes to hear the whole story. That’s why she spent nearly 40 years in Maine courtrooms as a
Read MoreNew district attorney takes office
Neil McLean Jr. of Turner will serve Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties.Read More
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