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flag Knox County Jail will stop housing long-term inmates by 2026 due to budget issues and repair costs, transferring inmates to Wiscasset.

flag The Knox County Jail in Maine will stop housing long-term inmates by 2026 due to financial strain, transitioning to a temporary holding facility. flag Officials plan to transfer inmates to the Two Bridges Regional Jail in Wiscasset amid projected 2026 operating costs of $7 million. flag The move follows a budget crisis caused by an unbalanced Budget Committee, preventing a new budget and limiting spending. flag Up to 12 correctional staff may be laid off, though officials say they’re helping affected employees find jobs at the new facility. flag The sheriff cites major repair needs and a potential $75 million to $100 million cost for a new jail as key reasons. flag Union leaders and staff oppose the change, citing job losses and concerns over inmate visitation access.

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