Community theater group is scheduled to return this weekend with performances in Fairfield and Augusta following the death last year of its leader, Emily Fournier.
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World Cup qualifying: U.S. men’s soccer gets a wake-up call in Honduras
After two lackluster ties in their first two games, the U.S. men – who fell behind in Honduras before rallying for an important 4-1 win – can now look ahead.
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After Sen. King voices skepticism, Biden drops nominee for ATF chief
A spokesman for King says the independent voiced concerns about the controversial pick of David Chipman, who was a gun-safety advocate and critic of the National Rifle Association.
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U.S. Open: Djokovic now two wins from calendar slam after rallying past Berretini
Novak Djokovic – winner of the first three Grand Slams this year – dropped the first set to Matteo Berrettini, then rallied to win in four sets to reach the semifinals.
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Maine among 20 states challenging South Carolina abortion law
The attorneys general argue that the restrictive measure could harm their states by taxing resources if women cross borders to seek care.
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After councilor’s racist remarks, Auburn officials denounce critics of naming bridge for Black former mayor
City leaders have been largely silent about call by nation’s largest Muslim civil rights group for Leroy Walker to resign following racially-charged comments about Jenkins’ skin color.
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Racial inequality has cost the U.S. nearly $23 trillion since 1990
The amount is likely to grow even larger as minority populations expand.
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Biden requiring federal workers to get COVID vaccine
The step comes ahead of the president’s speech Thursday afternoon outlining a six-pronged plan to address the latest rise in coronavirus cases.
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Maine, U.S. unemployment claims at pandemic low as economy recovers
The data show that most companies are holding onto their workers despite a slowdown in economic activity caused by the delta variant.
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Maine hospitals treating record number of ICU patients as new COVID-19 cases climb
More than 90% of patients in intensive care are unvaccinated, say state officials, who have added staffing to handle a backlog of positive tests.