Unity Environmental University remains open to a proposal to house as many as 600 asylum seekers on its Unity campus, but no funding source has so far been identified for the approximately $10 million that would be needed.
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Maine tightens rules for fishing striped bass following ‘unprecedented’ year
Recreational anglers will be prohibited from harvesting striped bass smaller than 28 and larger than 31 inches. The previous regulation had a 35-inch limit.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State
Body of Anson man found inside vehicle in Madison, police say
Investigators have determined Mark Trabue, 57, whose body was found Saturday, was the victim of a homicide.
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Local drivers will need to find alternate routes and be ready for six-day closure of Ticonic Bridge
The bridge over the Kennebec River between Waterville and Winslow will close temporarily to vehicles and pedestrians beginning Monday, Aug. 7, as part of a $52.8 million project to replace it.
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As browntail moths emerge, Waterville launches experiment to limit exposure
City Councilor Thomas Klepach helps the city mitigate the effects of the browntail moth and is heading up tests at four city parks.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Dresden Summerfest still going strong after 23 years — even in the rain
The annual festival seeks to bring the community together through music, games and history.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
A life of loving film: Edda Briggs’ passion for cinema keeps her returning to MIFF
Edda Briggs of Waterville has been attending the Maine International film festival for many years with her children, two of whom now work for the Maine Film Center, which hosts the 10-day event.
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Biden approves federal disaster declaration for spring flooding in Maine
The move unlocks federal grant funding to address damages across eight counties to roads and bridges, clear debris and install protective measures.
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Florida man, 72, drowns in Kennebec River after airboat sinks in Anson
Mark Henry of Fort Pierce, Florida, died Wednesday after the boat he owned nose-dived into the river, throwing him and another man into the water, according to officials.
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The Christmas Tree Shops closure news leaves customers disappointed
The Massachusetts-based discount home goods store announced last week it would shutter its operations, after initially planning to reorganize the company, and its closure in Augusta will open up more space for leasing at the Turnpike Mall on Western Avenue.