Brakey gave up acting for politics almost a decade ago and, mostly, hasn’t regretted it.
2020
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
University of Maine at Farmington announces return-to-campus plan for fall semester
FARMINGTON — In-person classes will begin at the University of Maine at Farmington on Aug. 31 and shift to remote learning in late November for the rest of the semester, according to the return-to-campus plan released by the school Wednesday. In addition to classrooms, residence halls and dining services will open at UMF for the […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Cannabis Report
Marijuana collectors to make testing less burdensome in Maine
The state says it will license individuals to collect samples for testing on behalf of cannabis facilities.
Posted inColumns, Kennebec Journal, Liz Soares, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Liz Soares: Time to experience Maine as tourists do
While I sympathize with the small business owners who are losing money because of the dearth of visitors, this is an ideal opportunity for Mainers to enjoy Maine, writes Liz Soares.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
MaineHealth retains A+ bond rating despite pandemic challenges
Ratings agencies S&P Global Ratings and Moody’s Investors Service each endorsed MaineHealth with strong credit ratings.
Posted inNews
Emails sent to majority on Franklin County budget panel termed ‘illegal action’
Tiffany Maiuri of Wilton sent messages seeking consensus on getting a majority vote on some proposals.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
UMaine System students will return to campuses for fall semester
University officials say its testing strategy is key to allowing students, faculty and staff to return to campuses for in-person learning.
Posted inNation & World, News
Hong Kong police make first arrests under new security law
Police said nine people were arrested under the law, including a man with a Hong Kong independence flag and a woman holding a sign displaying the British flag.
Posted inNation & World, News
Trump vows to veto defense bill to keep Confederate base names
The annual funding measure has passed every year for almost six decades and typically enjoys veto-proof support.
Posted inNation & World, News
Seattle police clear ‘occupied’ zone, more than 20 arrested
Police swarmed the zone known as CHOP at about 5 a.m. after the mayor ordered it cleared.