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‘Naked and Afraid’ Lawsuit Settled in Kennebec County

First of all, the image that goes with this story is a stock photo and not an actual picture of Danielle Beauchemin. Kennebec County’s insurance pool has paid $175,000 to settle a federal lawsuit filed by a former county employee who accused her supervisor of accessing nude photos of her and alleged that county officials retaliated against her after she reported it.

Kennebec County, ME · 1d
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The Spun

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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 · 3d
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everafterinthewoods.com

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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 · 1d
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Maine Morning Star

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How Maine’s two-decade old school consolidation effort continues to unravel

Next year, the town of Kingfield will leave MSAD 58 to form its own school district. The move will allow the western Maine community of roughly 1,000 people to keep its elementary school building and operate its own district, which will serve about 80 students. Kingfield was the only one of more than a dozen […]

Maine · 1d

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New oversized load moves from Jay to Gray

JAY, Maine (WGME) -- A new oversized load is moving its way across Western Maine. It's the eighth of nine loads to be moved through the area, which began in early October. Tonight's transportation begins at 6 p.m. in Jay to arrive in Gray. The load will continue to move...

Gray, ME · 1d

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Students Raise Concerns on Bathroom Cleanliness of Mayflower Hill Dorms

Students living in the College’s newest residence hall have raised concerns about the cleanliness of shared bathrooms, lack of accessible cleaning supplies, and the uneven burden placed on residents to maintain communal spaces. At a recent Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Nov. 3, student representatives described bathrooms that...

Waterville, ME · 2d

WPFO

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Hannah Pingree says she wants strict rules in place before data centers are built in Maine

JAY (WGME) -- Developers of a proposed data center in the town of Jay say they've submitted permit applications to the Department of Environmental Protection. The local developer and its national partner, Sentinel Data Systems, have revived plans to replace the closed paper mill in Jay with a $550 million AI data center.

Jay, ME · 2d

takingthekids.com

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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 · 3d

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Procession held in Central Maine for Clinton firefighter-EMT Becky Stuart

WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) -A dignified transport procession for Clinton Fire and Rescue firefighter-EMT Becky Stuart traveled through Central Maine on Thursday morning. Clinton Fire and Rescue announced Tuesday that Stuart had died unexpectedly. The procession began at the Veilleux Redington Lawry Brothers Funeral Home in Waterville and continued to the...

Waterville, ME · 1d

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UMA gets women’s basketball win at UMF

Alisyn Alley (Stearns) recorded 15 points, five rebounds, five assists, four steals, and two blocks to lead University of Maine at Augusta women’s basketball to a 79-70 win at UMF on Tuesday night. Yvonne Roberge had 12 points, while Sierra Gibbons (Hall-Dale) added 10 points. Bella Petrocci put in...

Augusta, ME · 3d

colbyecho.news

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“Good Stuff Cheap” — New Waterville Location of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet

If you have taken a trip to downtown Waterville lately, you have probably noticed the large bright red sign that reads “Ollie’s.” Located next to the Dollar Tree in the shopping plaza across from Alfond Commons, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is a discount retailer offering great bargains with up to 70 percent off store items. The discount chain had its grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, and the store is now open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., as well as Sundays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Waterville, 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 · 3d

Bangor Daily News

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UMF and Maine DOE bring Maine educators together to support the learning of every student with Inclusive Education Initiative

FARMINGTON — The Maine Dept. of Education Office of Special Services and Inclusive Education and the University of Maine at Farmington recently hosted more than 150 dedicated school leaders and educators, from Millinocket to Sanford, at their annual Inclusive Education Leadership Symposium on the UMF campus. An inclusive education happens when all students experience belonging […]

Farmington, ME · 2d

The Maine Monitor

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Skowhegan schedules December public forum on separating town clerk, treasurer roles

SKOWHEGAN — Residents will have a chance next month to ask questions and provide comments on the town’s proposal to separate town clerk and treasurer positions. If voters pass the measure, it would also change both jobs from elected to hired roles.

Skowhegan, ME · 1d

colbyecho.news

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Have a Sweet Day: Incense & Peppermints’ Co-Owner Malcolm Porter

If you aren’t having a nice day, you could have a sweet one at Incense & Peppermints on 48 Main Street. When you enter the iconic retro candy store, you are greeted by shelves full of colorful candy and something even more magical: a 10% discount for Colby students.

Waterville, ME · 2d

B98.5

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Cony, Leavitt, Hermon And Winthrop Close Out Friday Night With Regional Final Wins

Four regional finals under the Friday night lights, and the last Friday of the season didn't disappoint. Cony, Leavitt, Hermon and Winthrop all punched their tickets.

Winthrop, ME · 14h

wabi.tv

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Maine woman collects fuzzy socks for cancer patients in sister’s memory

AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) -A Maine woman is collecting fuzzy socks and other comforting gifts for people undergoing cancer treatment in memory of her sister. Melissa Marshall remembers her sister, Tiffany Andrews, wearing fuzzy socks to her weekly chemotherapy appointments. Sometimes they were purple, Andrews’ favorite color, and they were always cute.

Augusta, ME · 20h

Bangor Daily News

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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 · 3d

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Ashley Shores records first career double double in Thomas College overtime loss

Thomas College freshman Ashley Shores (Lawrence) recorded her first collegiate double double with 15 points and 10 rebounds in a 56-49 overtime road loss at Plymouth State on Wednesday afternoon, November 11th. Brooklyn Calder and Kya Loring (PVHS) both added nine points for the 1-2 Terriers, while Addie Nelson had...

Waterville, 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 · 1d