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Historic 200-year-old Shaker building gets a lift — literally
NEW GLOUCESTER, Maine — History was on the move Thursday at picturesque Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village. There, in the middle of the once-bustling rural community, workers from Preservation Timber Framing moved in, out, and under an herb house, which turns 200 years old this year. The workers prepared multiple...
Harrison Fire Study explained, questions asked
HARRISON — Before diving into a 60-plus page study that provides some guidance and strategic planning for Harrison’s Fire-Rescue Department future, consultant David Houghton made clear his role. “Don’t ask me my opinion,” the project manager at Municipal Resources Inc. said. “You are the decision makers.”...
Park or not to park? Change to Traffic Ordinance would create no park zone near Cedar Drive
When residents and visitors to Cedar Drive attempt to pull out of the street onto Route 302, it can be a “white knuckle” moment. A proposed change to the town’s Traffic Ordinance could improve driver visibility by limiting parking near Cedar Drive, which is a short distance from the Moose Pond boat launch area.
Identity of motorcyclist killed in Auburn crash released
The identity of a motorcyclist fatally injured in a crash in Auburn on Friday has been released. Police said in an update Saturday night Auburn first responders were called to South Main Street at the intersection of Witham Road on Friday around 5:30 p.m. for a serious crash involving a motorcycle and a car.
Survey launched — SAD 61 seeks public help to draft ‘blueprint’ for future
SAD 61 needs a new blueprint for its future. “Our purpose in updating our Strategic Plan is to provide a blueprint that focuses the work of the District and guides us in achieving common goals,” Assistant Superintendent Dr. Pat Hayden said. “It will include a mission statement (what we do), a vision statement (what we aspire to be), core values, (what we believe), and priority focus areas with strategies (what we want to accomplish).”
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