Waterville reviews $1.89 million plan to upgrade regional emergency communications
The proposal would replace aging radio and dispatch equipment and strengthen a system serving 11 communities across central Maine.
Three years after the state police left, sheriff’s deputies in Washington County are still stretched thin
With just four deputies covering the region’s 3,258 square miles, staffing shortages and surging communication demands continue to strain resources and taxpayers.
Developer proposes 14 apartments for former Advertiser Democrat building in Norway
Planning Board opens review of project aimed at preserving 1 Pikes Hill while meeting a Sept. 3 deadline for housing funds.
Math scores stall in Franklin, Oxford, Somerset and Washington counties
Statewide assessment results show 1 in 2 students miss mathematics benchmarks. English language arts results are stronger but similarly stagnant.
Waterville restricts municipal employees, including police, from cooperating with ICE
City Council vote follows months of debate and a failed attempt to exempt local law enforcement.
Skowhegan Select Board approves new police SUV after debate over rising costs
The 3-1 vote to fund a Criminal Investigation Division cruiser sparks discussion over the Police Department's overall budget and fleet size.
Why are Maine communities struggling to keep their managers?
Rising turnover and a shrinking talent pool leave local governments searching for stability and new ways to mentor future leaders.