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QUOTE OF THE DAY
“I’m just tired of these people, lawsuits, lawsuits, lawsuits. I’m tired of it.”
— Robert Altieri of Milford who is being sued by the state for allegedly building a driveway across and in a stream, and clearing land without permits or approval.
TODAY’S TOP STORIES
President Donald Trump said U.S. Sen. Susan Collins shouldn’t be elected after her vote for the war powers resolution to limit his ability to further attack Venezuela.
The state is suing a Milford property owner for blocking a stream to build a driveway. The property had wetlands and habitat for “high value” inland waterfowl and wading birds, according to the lawsuit.
Bangor hired a new homelessness response coordinator. Bruce Hews steps into the role two weeks after the closure of a homeless camp and as shelters are near or at capacity.
A former town manager denied allegations that he misspent money. Disputed are a $1.25 million firetruck purchase, $140,000 for ambulance services and a laptop that was wiped clean.
Meet our new Belfast reporter, Bridget Huber. “If you have ideas of stories that should be covered or issues that need more attention — don’t be a stranger!”
NEWS FROM AROUND THE STATE
- Quiet criminal case focuses on immigrant health provider that billed millions to MaineCare
- Janet Mills will let tribes control Maine’s new online casino market
- Maine Democrats and Republicans outline priorities for this year’s legislative session
- Maine will see a mess of snow, sleet and ice going into the weekend
- Dog traveling to Maine rescued nearly 24 hours after escaping along NJ turnpike
- Hermon man who allegedly shot his brother pleads guilty to gun charge
- Milford school won’t make position cuts until new audit is done
- 2 HIV cases reported this week in Penobscot County outbreak
- Penobscot County appoints new county administrator
- Patten town manager unexpectedly resigns
- Police warn of spike in counterfeit bills from Bangor to Aroostook
- Piscataquis County sheriff won’t seek reelection
- Maine recorded its 1st earthquake of the year Down East
- New equestrian center opens at former dog shelter in Bucksport
- Maine home shot up just after new owners bought it
- A midcoast woman’s fertility journey is about to get political
- Tractor-trailer hauling groceries crashes on I-95 in Maine
- Lewiston city councilor resigns amid theft charges and residency controversy
- 5-year-old killed in Standish got arm stuck in school bus door, federal report says
- This Maine-built yacht is winning races on a global stage
- Watch out for this freshman already putting up big numbers in Maine high school basketball
- UMaine women’s basketball pulls away in 4th quarter for victory
- Top UMaine goalscorer keeps winning hockey awards in freshman season
- UMaine football loses key players to Michigan State and Rutgers
- These former UMaine women’s hockey players will face off in the Olympics
MAINE IN PICTURES
FROM THE OPINION PAGES
“I believe Bangor and northern Maine need a medical school to grow our own physicians.”
Letter: There’s a model for a medical school in the Bangor area
LIFE IN MAINE
Outdoors contributor Kevin McKay took legend Bill Green fishing on a Maine river.
This Maine snowpack map can help you plan winter adventures.
A new cafe opened in Brunswick courtesy of a midcoast bakery owner.