Her spouse allegedly had a ‘personal relationship’ with a New York magazine reporter.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Newcomers seek spots on Augusta City Council, Board of Education
Six candidates seeking election to the Augusta City Council and School Board in November are all newcomers to local politics.
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Posted inNation & World, News
With suggestive poses and pets, election campaigning tests Tokyo’s patience
Tokyo elects a new governor this weekend, but residents say personal publicity stunts have overtaken serious campaigning to a degree never seen before.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Right-wing protest banner adds new wrinkle to Maine flag referendum
The Appeal to Heaven flag, which has come to symbolize Christian nationalism and the false claim that the 2020 presidential election was stolen, bears a strong resemblance to the 1901 Maine flag that could become the state’s official flag in November.
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Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene files motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson
The House is scheduled to leave town for a 2-week spring recess at the end of Friday’s session. It’s doubtful any vote on removing Johnson would be imminent.
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Netanyahu agrees to send Israeli officials to Washington to discuss prospective Rafah operation
The Biden-Netanyahu call also came as a new report warned that ‘famine is imminent’ in northern Gaza.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Waterville man charged by FBI over online threats to kill President Biden, immigrants
Benjamin Brown was arrested Monday on a warrant charging transmitting a threatening interstate communication and his Spring Street apartment was searched, according to a U.S. District Court official.
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George Santos announces another run for New York House seat
The indicted former congressman plans to run against Nick LaLota for New York’s 1st District.
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Biden willing to meet House Speaker Mike Johnson to discuss Ukraine, Israel aid
Lawmakers are on recess so it’s not clear when a meeting might be scheduled.
Posted inLocal & State, Local Government, Morning Sentinel
New Waterville mayor Morris cites economic development focus during City Hall swearing-in ceremony
The inauguration ceremony for Mike Morris drew more than 100 people Tuesday night to the City Hall Annex at 46 Front St.