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Kay Neufeld is a business reporter with the Portland Press Herald, covering labor, unions and Maine's workforce; lobstering, fisheries and the working waterfront. They also love telling stories that illustrate the vibrant culture that makes Maine and its Mainers so special. They previously worked at the Camden Herald, Franklin Journal and the Bangor Daily News, covering local communities. Kay grew up in New York and graduated from New York University's Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute in 2018. They spontaneously moved to Maine in 2020 after visiting on vacation, searching for housing on Craigslist in the middle of their trip and asking their mother to ship their belongings to the Midcoast. In their spare time, Kay loves taking their miniature dachshund on miniature hikes, passionately defending Beyoncé's artistry and playing the fiddle with friends.
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Cape Cod Hill School in New Sharon closes early due to lack of heat
A circulator pump in the furnace was replaced by early afternoon.
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New Sharon voters approve $1.18 million budget
Rejected articles include one that would authorize the Board of Selectmen to dispose of town property.
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Farmington-based school district removes universal masking mandate with stipulations
The Regional School Unit 9 superintendent is authorized to reinstitute universal masking in individual schools upon recommendation from the Center for Disease Control & Prevention.
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New Sharon voters approve $1.18 million budget, reject article to allow disposal of town property
Residents approve 23 warrant articles and reject two.
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Wilton Select Board to write Gov. Mills over concerns about PFAS legislation
Board members are worried the legislation could put a heavy cost on residents.
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RSU 9 superintendent says he will recommend removal of masking mandate
Superintendent Chris Elkington says his decision is based on updated guidance from the Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention and the state Department of Education.
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New Sharon voters to decide on $1.18 million budget
The spending plan would mean $9,909 less raised in taxes compared to 2021-22.
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DHHS reverses decision on Wilton Call Center
The DHHS said the decision was made “in response to worker concerns about commuting to Lewiston and the landlord’s recent commitment to improved service.”
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UMF students establish Black Student Union
Its mission is to offer a place to connect, be allies and learn about history and issues that impact Black people.