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Hallowell police chief withdraws opposition to popular bar renewing its liquor license

HALLOWELL (WGME) -- A popular bar in Hallowell has faced controversy over its liquor license. The Quarry Tap Room wants to renew its license, which expires November 28, but the police chief has opposed that, citing safety issues. Now though, the police chief says he's ready to withdraw his opposition.

Hallowell, ME · 3d
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Augusta council approves preliminary deal to process Hatch Hill trash in Hampden

AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - The Augusta City Council approved a preliminary agreement with Municipal Waste Solutions to change how trash is handled at Hatch Hill, the regional landfill serving the city and seven surrounding communities. Municipal Waste Solutions would process Augusta’s waste at a facility in Hampden. How the...

Augusta, ME · 2d
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You Know That Person Who’s Impossible to Shop For? Hallowell’s New Store Might Help

A new Etsy-style shop is coming to 132 Water Street in Hallowell, with personalized gifts, Maine souvenirs and school spirit wear for that hard-to-shop-for person.

Hallowell, ME · 1d

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This Historic Maine Mill Is Hiding A Massive 10,000-Square-Foot Antique Treasure Trove

An old shirt factory with 16-foot ceilings now holds more than 75 dealer displays of antiques. I had no idea a building that once churned out dress shirts could become a treasure hunt this big. The brick mill sits right on the Kennebec River in Maine. Its story stretches back...

Waterville, ME · 2d
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Camp Out Hunger 2026 Shatters Expectations in Central Maine

I knew Camp Out Hunger 2026 was going to be a big one, but I don't think any of us realized just HOW big.

Maine · 3d

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Over 150 Vendors Are Taking Over This Massive Maine Flea Market For One November Weekend

More than 150 vendors are packing one building for a single weekend, and every booth is different. That means antiques, pottery, soy candles, and pet items could all sit within a few steps of each other. The lineup gets wonderfully specific. Shoppers can hunt for pyrography, turned wood, doll clothes,...

Augusta, ME · 8h

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Map Shows 20 Inches of Snow, 40 mph Winds Arriving This Weekend

The Northeast could be facing some heavy snow this weekend.

Massachusetts · 2d

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Maine seeing bull market for grocery store expansion

Grocery store projects are moving forward across Maine, including the conversion of a former department store in Lewiston, plans for a new Lincoln’s Country Store in Warren and Hannaford’s takeover of a longtime grocery store in Presque Isle. Already a Subscriber? Log in. Get Instant Access to This...

Maine · 3d

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These 10 Hidden Italian Restaurants In Maine Are Local Favorites For Cozy Fall Evenings

Pasta now gets served in a Maine dining room that once sold hardware. I love that swap. Nails and wrenches out, meatballs and chicken parm in. Another spot on this list sits inside a converted mill. Two others feature a fireplace inside. One even makes its own gelato, which feels like a smart move after a big plate of rigatoni.

Maine · 2d

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Working group to study municipal revenue impact as Kennebec River dam decommissioning plans advance

SKOWHEGAN — Town Manager Aaron Miller has joined the Municipal Revenue Working Group to evaluate how decommissioning of the Weston Dam and three other hydroelectric dams on the lower Kennebec River will impact local finances.

Skowhegan, ME · 2d

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Chick-fil-A opening 3 new locations in Maine

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine (WGME) -- Chick-fil-A is expanding its footprint in Maine, with three new restaurants expected to open in the coming months. The popular fast-food chain, known for its chicken sandwiches, is planning new locations in Biddeford, South Portland and Auburn. All three restaurants are expected to open by...

South Portland, ME · 2d

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Vassalboro planners quickly approve lone applicant

Vassalboro planning board members quickly approved the only application on their Nov. 3 agenda, and spent another half hour discussing other things they need to, or could, do. The application was to amend the permit approved at the board’s Sept. 1 meeting for Ahmed Al Abbass to open a car dealership at 29 Mudget Hill Road.

Vassalboro, ME · 1d

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Holy Cross Church in Lewiston, Maine, Listed For Sale

More than a year after its final mass in 2025, Holy Cross Church and some of its holdings in Lewiston, Maine, have been listed for sale

Lewiston, ME · 2d

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Rent Control Ballot Initiatives Won Almost Everywhere

Across the country, voters approved ballot initiatives that cap rents and impose new restrictions on landlords' ability to rent to whom they please. The most eye-catching of these was a successful initiative in Elizabeth, New Jersey, where 68 percent of voters revived a cap on annual rent increases of $20 per month that the city council had axed back in 2023.

Elizabeth, NJ · 1d

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Failing equipment could cause Monmouth transfer station to close before budget season

MONMOUTH — The Monmouth Select Board has been told that failing equipment at the town's transfer station could force the facility to close. During the board's Oct. 28 meeting, a driver who hauls the transfer station's trailers raised concerns about the equipment's condition.

Monmouth, ME · 17h

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UMA to cut funding for East Millinocket education center

The decision comes as the University of Maine System cuts its budget in the wake of multimillion-dollar shortfalls.

East Millinocket, ME · 2d

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LePage confirmed as winner of Maine’s 2nd District race

AUGUSTA, Maine (WAGM) - Republican Paul LePage has won Maine’s 2nd Congressional District race, defeating Democrat Matt Dunlap following ranked-choice tabulation. The Associated Press called the race Thursday, nine days after the Nov. 3 election. The tabulation process began Monday, Nov. 9, at the Maine Department of Public Safety...

Maine · 18h

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Lincoln County Cemeteries to be Wreaths Across America Stops

Hillside Cemetery in Damariscotta, King’s Highway Cemetery in Sheepscot, and West Bristol Cemetery in Walpole will take part in Wreaths Across America on Saturday, Dec. 19. Wreaths Across America began as a gesture of thanks and has grown into a national, yearlong effort to remember fallen veterans, honor their service, and teach younger generations about the value of freedom.

Damariscotta, ME · 1d

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Lewiston, Maine's Holiday Transformation Has Kicked Off

Lewiston is starting to sparkle. Crews are up high stringing lights, and the Kora Shriners trees are coming to Main Street.

Lewiston, ME · 2d

Maine Morning Star

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Recounts for 3 legislative races, Kennebec County commissioner seat set for next week

The Maine Secretary of State’s Office announced Thursday that it will hold four recounts next week, three for races for Maine Legislature and one for a Kennebec County commissioner seat after several close finishes in last week’s midterm election.  First up will be Maine Senate District 18, which includes parts of Oxford, Androscoggin and Cumberland […]

Kennebec County, ME · 15h