Rep. Michele Meyer, who voiced concerns, had an unsettling encounter nearly 2 years ago with a man who’s now charged with trying to storm the U.S. Capitol.
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Posted inMaine, News
Head of NAMI Maine resigns amid criticism of treatment of staff
Jenna Mehnert’s resignation came about 2 months after former employees, board members, current and past volunteers and community members complained to the board.
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Posted inNation & World
Biden will try to close Guantanamo after ‘robust’ review
The 40 remaining prisoners at the base in Cuba include five men charged with planning and providing logistical support to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Heart-shaped art brings love, hope to virus-ravaged spots
A Maine artist puts heart into art that he’s donating during the pandemic.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine
Local roundup: Waterville girls basketball team edges Erskine
Kali Thompson leads way with double-double for Purple Panthers.
Posted inMaine, News, Uncategorized
Maine legislators urged to add staff to oversee legal defense for the poor
Lawmakers are scrutinizing the Maine Commission on Indigent Legal Services, which has struggled to oversee legal services for poor Mainers accused of crimes.
Posted inNation & World
Governors, mayors need $350 billion to fight COVID-19, Biden says
Republican lawmakers have stressed that some past aid to state and local governments remains unspent and revenues have rebounded after slumping when the coronavirus first hit.
Posted inSports
NFL notebook: J.J. Watt granted release by Texans after 10 seasons
Houston agrees to a request by the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year to end his tenure with the team.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Bishop recognizes 2021 Maine Catholic School Teacher of the Year
St. Michael School’s English teacher, vice principal and advisor Jennifer Hoffman honored.
Posted inNation & World
Cuomo administration ‘froze’ over New York nursing home data requests
Republicans who say an aide admitted a ‘cover-up’ are now calling for investigations into and the resignations of both Gov. Mario Cuomo and the aide.