Rooms named for the former Maine senator and for former Sen. Barbara Mikulski are first in the Capitol named for female senators.
Edward D. Murphy
Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.
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Mills proposes $50 million investment in state parks
The governor will announce the plan Wednesday to put money into the state’s 48 parks and historic sites.
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Maine launches incentive programs to boost state’s medical workforce
Gov. Janet Mills announces newly funded student loan repayment and scholarship programs for health care professions.
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Average gas price in Maine nears $5 a gallon
‘I want them to install crying towels here,’ said one gas station customer, with per-gallon prices up nearly $2 from a year ago and likely to continue climbing.
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Price of marine fuel soars as Mainers head into prime boating season
The record cost of fuel is particularly problematic for lobstermen and fishermen, who face increased costs at a time when wholesale seafood prices are flat.
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Downeaster resumes summer schedule
Stops in Old Orchard Beach are added to the service between Brunswick and Boston, as are late trains on the days of concerts or when the Red Sox play home games at night.
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Mutations continue to drive COVID waves
Scientists say the virus has been developing variants that make it harder to rein in coronavirus.
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Federal CDC urges resumption of mask-wearing
The public health agency said a resurgence of COVID means mitigation efforts should again be considered in states like Maine that are experiencing medium or high risk.
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Flu makes a late-season surge in Maine, Shah warns
Case numbers are increasing at a time when the seasonal illness is normally fading away.
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L.L. Bean silences the noise of social media for Mental Health Awareness Month
The Freeport-based outdoor retailer has paused its online posting and encouraged followers to spend time outside.