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QUOTE OF THE DAY
— Edmund Chernesky, chair of the Bangor Historic Preservation Commission, on the group’s decision to approve a new asphalt shingle roof on a historic home, which replaced an aging slate roof. Chernesky called slate roofs “something to be treasured, valued and preserved” but said replacing them when necessary may be the best decision to preserve the rest of the historically significant home.
TODAY’S TOP STORIES
A Bangor nonprofit serving people with disabilities was hit by a “sophisticated” cyber scam. Staff were tricked into giving access to the organization’s bank accounts, according to a notice obtained by the Bangor Daily News.
Bangor approved a homeowner’s replacement of an old slate roof with asphalt shingles. The decision ends a stalemate that started last year and highlighted how expensive it can be to maintain a historic home in Bangor.
Graham Platner drew another overflow crowd in Brewer. Attendees at the town hall event said they had seen the U.S. Senate candidate’s campaign ads but wanted to see him in person.
Maine’s attorney general is getting complaints about pricey Hearts of Pine tickets on StubHub. The concerns come on the heels of a consumer protection law the Maine Legislature passed this year.
An Ellsworth housing project is on hold for lack of financing. The full cost of the 27 buildings, each with four to eight apartments, has been more than any bank has been willing to loan, according to a representative of the developer.
NEWS FROM AROUND THE STATE
- Susan Collins, Senate Republicans vote down effort to check Trump’s military action against cartels
- Amazon says it had nothing to do with 250 Maine ballots in one of its boxes
- State dismisses case against Maine lawmaker accused of illegal campaigning
- Your home’s old listing photos could be putting your safety at risk
- Foliage is peaking in Maine ahead of holiday weekend
- Hampden man allegedly drove nearly 120 mph on NH interstate
- 2 more Houlton departments declare no confidence in town manager
- Presque Isle’s junior hockey team prepares for home opener just 3 weeks after forming
- Aroostook administrator hired to lead southern Maine city
- Washington County officials ask prosecutors to examine its budget crisis
- Rockland police left dog in vehicle overnight after arresting its owner
- Protesters undress at Augusta school board meeting over Title IX policy
- 11 dogs and 4 cats perish in Maine log cabin fire
- New free shuttle service, other traffic changes in store for UMaine men’s hockey fans
MAINE IN PICTURES
FROM THE OPINION PAGES
“The effect on Wabanaki fishing heritage has been profound by restricting available species, access to fisheries, a role in fisheries management, and traditional Wabanaki food security practices such as widespread sharing of food within the community.”
Opinion: Maine must commit to restoring sea-run fish and Wabanaki sustenance lifeways
LIFE IN MAINE
After 57 years at Speedway 95, owner Del Merritt is ready to pass the torch.
Revisit some of Maine’s lost wildlife — species that vanished or nearly disappeared.
Here’s how to combat ticks on Maine islands where disease rates are often high.