With a government shutdown looming, McCarthy is confronting the same stubborn problem that has driven Republicans before him from the speaker’s job: trying to lead a split Republican majority.
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Posted inCommunity
Family focused yoga coming to Farmington
Sessions last four weeks with a new theme every month, October through May.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
IRS will pause taking claims for pandemic-era tax credit due to an influx of fraudulent claims
The tax credit, called the Employee Retention Credit, was designed help small businesses keep paying their employees during the height of the pandemic.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s population growth outpaces national average
The U.S. Census estimates for 2022 show the state’s population increased by 13,000 people from the prior year, but Maine’s population also continues to age faster than other states.
Posted inNation & World, News
On 60th anniversary of Birmingham church bombing, victim’s sister, suspect’s daughter urge people to stop hate
he explosion killed 11-year-old Denise McNair, Cynthia Wesley, Carole Robertson, and Addie Mae Collins, all 14.
Posted inHealth, Maine
New COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Maine, but supplies will grow next week
The vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older and some pharmacies are offering limited appointments for the shots.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Football Game of the Week: Messalonskee, Cony meet in clash of potential PTC contenders
Eagles looking to stay unbeaten; Rams ready for tough test.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Week 3 high school football capsules
CROSSOVER WINSLOW (2-0) at NOKOMIS (1-1) Where: Nokomis Regional High School, Newport When: 1 p.m. Saturday Last week: Winslow def. Madison/Carrabec/Valley 16-14; Nokomis lost to Medomak Valley 32-0 Last meeting: Winslow def. Nokomis 27-12 (2022, Class C North quarterfinals) Impact players: Winslow — Matt Quirion (RB/LB), Hassan Hobbi (K/DB), Liem Fortin (RB/LB), Brody Davidson (OL/DL); […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Biden responds to Livermore Falls student’s letter about climate change
“Always remember — when you make your voice heard, adults listen,” the president wrote to Cooper Stevenson, now 9.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports, UMaine Sports
College football preview: UMaine (0-2) vs. Rhode Island (1-1)
The Black Bears open Coastal Athletic Association play with their home opener, a game moved to Friday night in anticipation of tough weather Saturday.