With new sources of revenue established for the 2016-2017 fiscal year, the deficit budget adopted for Two Bridges Regional Jail in June has been revised. The Lincoln and Sagadahoc Multicounty Jail Authority voted 7-1 at its Wednesday, Sept. 14 meeting to amend the 2016-2017 budget to reflect a perfect balance between the jail’s estimated $7.29 million in revenue and $7.29 million in expenditures.
New York Editor, NPR Chef to Lead Food-Writing Workshop
“It all came about because I had my girlfriends come up and they stayed in the apartment. They thought it would be so perfect for a writers retreat,” said Amy Kefauver in a recent interview at the Barn Loft Apartment, which is attached to the Damariscotta home she shares with her husband, artist Will Kefauver. Amy Kefauver was referring to the two upcoming writers workshops she will host at the spacious, recently renovated three-bedroom apartment in October and November.
Newcastle Teen Injured in Crash on River Road
A driver was taken to Miles by ambulance after a single-vehicle accident on River Road in Newcastle the morning of Monday, Sept. 19.
Dresden Man Pulls Drowning Toddler from Kennebec River
The combined efforts of bystanders along the Kennebec River saved the life of a 2-year-old from Augusta found unresponsive in the river near the East Side Boat Landing Playground on the evening of Friday, Sept. 16.
Application for Cell Tower in Whitefield Incomplete, Board Says
After three hours of deliberation on U.S. Cellular’s application to construct a 190-foot monopole cellphone tower on Townhouse Road, the Whitefield Planning Board ruled the application incomplete Wednesday, Sept. 14.
Boothbay Actress, Farmer Reflects on ‘Star Trek’ Role
Thursday, Sept. 8 marked the 50th anniversary of the premiere of “Star Trek: The Original Series.” While fans celebrated the anniversary across the globe, Lincoln County has its own connection to the series.
Newcastle Native Competes in Horse Race Across Mongolia
A Lincoln Academy graduate and former Newcastle resident is back in the U.S. after participating in an endurance horse race across Mongolia during August.
Walpole Man Calls for New Approach to Heroin Addiction
The failed “war on drugs” and the lack of effective treatment options for individuals struggling with heroin or opioid addiction amounts to “negligent homicide,” said Tim Cheney, Walpole resident and co-founder of the addiction resource directory Chooper’s Guide and its nonprofit advocacy arm, Chooper’s Foundation.
Newcastle Eye Doctor Looks Back on 40-Year Career
After four decades working as an ophthalmologist, Dr. Roy Seibel Jr. has decided it is time to take a step back from private practice.
Waldoboro Resident Celebrates Centennial
Lifelong Waldoboro resident Martha Boggs celebrated her 100th birthday by going out to breakfast with friends at Moody’s Diner the morning of Monday, Sept. 12.
Forum on Wiscasset Government May Result in Committee
Wiscasset community members raised concerns about stagnant economic development and a significant hike in tax bills during a Thursday, Sept. 8 community forum organized by former Selectman Tim Merry.
Less Government Is Better Government, Rep. Hanley Says
Maine House District 87 Rep. Jeff Hanley, R-Pittston, believes the State House should run like your house. “Fix the roof and the driveway … don’t overspend … save for the future” is his campaign slogan in his bid for re-election to a second term as the representative for Wiscasset, Alna, Pittston, and Randolph.
Democratic Challenger for House District 87 Sees Government as Solution
The economy and the lack of good-paying jobs is a primary concern for the constituents of House District 87, which encompasses Wiscasset, Alna, Pittston, and Randolph, said Democratic challenger Wendy Ross.
Newcastle Moves Sherman Marsh Meeting to October
The Newcastle Board of Selectmen has rescheduled a meeting to discuss the Maine Department of Transportation’s Sherman Marsh Wetland Bank project to Monday, Oct. 3.
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 290
- 291
- 292
- 293
- 294
- …
- 324
- Next Page »
