This story appears as part of a collaboration to strengthen investigative journalism in Maine between the BDN and The Maine Monitor. Read more about the partnership . MACHIAS — The Washington County Commission hired Bangor attorney Jonathan Pottle on Wedn... See more
MACHIAS — The Washington County Commission hired Bangor attorney Jonathan Pottle on Wednesday to help reorganize county government and sort out growing disagreements. Chairman David Burns opened Wednesday’s special meeting, which was called specifically t... See more
MACHIAS — In a split vote Wednesday, the Washington County Commission agreed to send department budget requests for next year — a 40 percent spending increase — to the county’s Budget Advisory Committee without making any cuts. Commission Chair David Burn... See more
Follow Washington County Commission sends 40 percent spending increase to Budget Advisory Committee for review Judith Meyer Thu, August 27, 2026 at 3:38 PM UTC 7 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Washington... See more
MACHIAS — In a unanimous vote Wednesday morning, the Washington County Commission rescinded the termination of County Manager Renée Gray, effective immediately. Commission Chairman David Burns made a motion to rescind the termination based on legal counse... See more
