Chelsea Maine
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PublishedJanuary 7, 2023
Browntail moth threat eases in capital region, but remains a threat elsewhere in Maine
While the population explosion of browntail moths didn't happen as expected in 2022, experts say the threat posed by the invasive pest still exists and people should continue to take measures to destroy winter nests.
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PublishedNovember 11, 2022
At Cabin in the Woods, veterans find stability and community
`You're always welcome there,' said a resident of the development, which provides permanent housing for homeless veterans. `Veterans stick together.'
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PublishedAugust 8, 2022
After car hits Chelsea Town Office, officials pursue repairs, not replacement
For the next several weeks, town board meetings are to be held at alternate locations as town officials seek estimates on fixing hole created when car hit building last Wednesday.
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PublishedApril 26, 2022
Home, outbuildings destroyed in hot, fast-moving fire in Pittston
The cause of the fire that destroyed a home and outbuildings at 11 East Pittston Road on Monday was an unpermitted outdoor burn that got out of control, officials said.
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PublishedJanuary 1, 2022
Chelsea woman, 95, dies in early morning fire
The cause of the fire is still under investigation and an autopsy is planned for Sunday.
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PublishedOctober 9, 2021
Shifting lines: Redistricting in Kennebec County splits its towns again
While all other counties are left intact when determining the boundaries of congressional districts, Kennebec County has been the only county in recent decades to be split when redrawing districts.
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PublishedMarch 9, 2021
Craig Hickman sworn in after historic win in special Senate election
Craig Hickman of Winthrop earned nearly two-thirds of the votes in the district, which encompasses southern Kennebec County. He was sworn in Wednesday morning.
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PublishedMarch 8, 2021
Maine Ethics Commission says Senate District 14 candidate violated election law, but assesses no penalty
At issue are four electronic signs posted on behalf of William Guerrette, the Republican candidate in the race, and whether they comply with state election laws.
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PublishedMarch 5, 2021
Maine Ethics Commission to meet on Senate District 14 campaign complaint
The complaint alleges that electronic signs used by William Guerrette lacked a disclosure statement of who paid for them. That disclosure was added to the signs at the request of the commission.
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PublishedFebruary 9, 2021
Painting of 19th century Hallowell cityscape sells for $201,600 at Sotheby’s auction
The piece, painted around 1860, was bought by Connecticut-based American folk art dealer David Schorsch, who said it will become inventory at his business.