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2020
The Latest: Trump seizes on ruling that Pennsylvania lockdown is unconstitutional
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world. Shutdown restrictions ordered by Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus were unconstitutional, a federal judge ruled Monday – a decision that was quickly celebrated by President Trump, who said he hopes the decision is followed by […]
How to submit a letter to the editor endorsing a candidate
All candidate endorsement letters submitted after Labor Day are limited to 150 words. All other letters are limited to 300 words. To submit, go here or send to: [email protected]. Election-related letters must be received by 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 26.
St. Dom’s closes Lewiston campus until Sept. 28 after case of COVID-19 confirmed
LEWISTON — After receiving word Sunday that one of its students had tested positive for COVID-19, Saint Dominic Academy officials closed the Lewiston campus temporarily. The school teaches pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Remote learning will be offered to its students through Monday, Sept. 28. According to a news release from the school Monday evening, there […]
View from Away: America’s poll worker shortage is a brewing crisis
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On this date in Maine history: Sept. 14
Sept. 14, 1908: Voters approve by a more than 2-to-1 margin an amendment to the Maine Constitution that establishes the right to a “people’s veto” by referendum and an initiative by petition at general and special elections. The amendment becomes effective Jan. 6, 1909. Maine becomes the first Eastern state to embed into law the […]
Pandemic-induced remote worker boom creates state income tax confusion
A federal bill could add clarity for remote workers in Maine who normally live or work in another state, but its passage is far from certain.
Look forward to these Maine fall events
Despite the pandemic, there are still plenty of fall events in Maine, including a reworked maple celebration, a virtual Common Ground Fair, trolley rides to a pumpkin patch and socially distant wife-carrying.
Things to Do: See some art, do some yoga, catch a film and visit with animals
September is in full swing, and there’s plenty to do inside and out.