The Cape Elizabeth native says she is focused on rebuilding weakened programs in areas such as child protection, public health and rural mental health.
January 2019
Stephen King announces new novel, TV series among string of projects
The prolific Bangor author announces his new novel ‘The Institute’ will come out in September, and a CBS series based on ‘The Stand’ is set to air next year.
Prognosticating Skowhegan pastor picks Pats by 10 points in Super Bowl
The Rev. Mark Tanner, of Skowhegan Federated Church, thinks the Patriots will defeat the Rams, 34-24; his fearless prediction for the final score of the AFC Championship game was right on the money.
Mills has ‘Welcome Home’ sign installed at Maine’s southern border
The sign on the Maine Turnpike in Kittery is meant to send a message of welcome and inclusion, the Democratic governor says.
Falmouth considers Habitat for Humanity project on town-owned land
A proposal by the nonprofit to build 23 affordable housing units gets initial support from councilors.
Following back-to-back blazes, Huhtamaki operations go on
Company’s spokesman Wess Hudelson said production at the College Avenue facility would resume partially Thursday and completely within four weeks, and the incidents should not cause any product shortages for consumers.
Portland invites bike-share companies onto city streets
The city hopes to have a network of dockless, shared bicycles in operation by this spring.
Who’s the daddy? Surprise in Swiss orangutan paternity test
A routine DNA test reveals some information that zoo keepers weren’t expecting.
Bath legislator resigns to take post with telecommunications company
Rep. Jennifer DeChant, a Democrat, says she is stepping down to pursue a new career opportunity at Charter Communications.
MPA committee recommends 8-man football class for 10 schools
Other high schools playing 11-man football would continue to be divided into four enrollment classes.