Maine School Administrative District 54 Board of Directors convened Thursday to discuss the first week of classes and provide updates on how well schools are navigating through the pandemic.
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A month on, signal in Beirut rubble raises hope for survivor
A sniffer dog belonging to a search and rescue team first detected something as the team was going through a street and rushed toward the rubble of a building.
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U.S. Open: Serena sets up showdown with Stephens
Serena Williams wins in straight sets again and meets Sloane Stephens in the third round on Saturday.
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Trump hones law and order message in Pennsylvania
The president’s campaign believes its efforts to paint Joe Biden as weak on crime will help Trump win back suburban voters, especially women.
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Cable company salespeople are again knocking on doors
Spectrum suspended door-to-door sales calls in mid-March when pandemic restrictions halted much business activity, but restarted them in June when state rules were eased.
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White House faces skepticism over prospects for early vaccine
Some public health experts wonder whether the Trump administration is hyping the possibility or intends to rush approval for political gain.
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Election chiefs worry about uncertainty as voting nears
Ongoing partisan litigation could dictate dramatic last-minute changes to rules and procedures in several states.
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Pelosi, Mnuchin agree on plan to avoid government shutdown
Democrats and the Trump administration reach the deal despite ongoing battles over COVID-19 relief legislation.
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Oakland-based RSU 18 addresses concerns with cleaning product
Vital Oxide, used in RSU 18 to clean surfaces, can fade clothing under certain circumstances, but the manufacturer says it is not toxic.
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MLB roundup: Alonso’s homer HR in 10th lifts Mets over Yanks after Seaver tribute
The Mets, who trailed 4-0 and then 7-4, rally for the win.