AUGUSTA — An effort to stop some Maine dog owners from misrepresenting their animals as “service” dogs by requiring more documentation was unanimously voted down by a key panel of state lawmakers Thursday. The legislation, which would have required dog owners provide proof in the form of training documentation and a letter from a health […]
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Martin F. Morgan Jr.
LEWISTON — A memorial Mass of Christian Burial honoring the life of Martin F. Morgan Jr. was celebrated by the Rev. Stephen Concannon Tuesday morning, April 7, at Holy Family Church of the Prince of Peace Parish. During Mass, the Old Testament reading was proclaimed by grandson, Martin Morgan. The New Testament reading was proclaimed […]
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Brakey seeks to lower age for Legislative service
AUGUSTA — A state lawmaker from Auburn is hoping to lower the minimum age for candidates wanting to serve in the Maine Legislature. State Sen. Eric Brakey, R-Auburn, offered a bill Monday that would ask voters statewide if they want to lower the minimum age for State House candidates to 18 for the House of […]
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Jesus Party marks its 20th year
LEWISTON — There was no question Friday night where the biggest party was in Lewiston — The Jesus Party was, as the children say, going off. By 6 p.m., the party on Bates Street was going full blast. Two dozen children were jumping up and down, waving their hands and singing at the top of […]
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Minot’s Civil War-era Methodist Church to celebrate 150th anniversary
MINOT — Members of the Minot United Methodist Church are inviting friends and neighbors to join them in celebrating the church’s 150th anniversary Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 23 and 24. The weekend event will include special music, food and services at the church at Minot Corner. “We very much want people to join us in […]
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Winkin memorial service to be streamed live at Colby
WATERVILLE — There will be a memorial service for Colby College legend John Winkin on Sunday at noon at Colby’s Lorimer Chapel and a reception to follow at Page Commons. For those unable to attend, Rob Munzing of Munzing Media will have a live stream of the service at: new.livestream.com/accounts/546422/events/3293529. Winkin had over 300 wins […]
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Former cell tower opponent files complaint against Otisfield
OTISFIELD — A former plaintiff in the yearlong Scribner Hill communications tower controversy has filed a complaint, charging the town government’s misrepresentation of her jeopardizes her safety in Otisfield. Kristen Roy, a Scribner Hill resident, filed a formal complaint with selectmen April 17, saying she was mistreated in the Town Office by staff, who alleged […]
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Cable channels remain on as contract talks continue
FARMINGTON — Bee Line Cable customers were still able to view 12 channels offered in the company’s basic package Tuesday as negotiations over a rate increase continued with Viacom. The contract deadline passed at 11:59 p.m. Monday with no resolution, but Viacom, owner of MTV Networks, extended negotiations for an hour, Bee Line General Manager […]