As waterbodies freeze, officials and scientists urge recreationists to test the ice thickness and carry safety gear.
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Retired Greene couple advocate for Maine seniors at the Legislature
Anne and John White have been involved in advocacy at the state Legislature for three years and will begin their fourth in January.
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Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Overnight storm dumps over a foot of Christmas Eve snow in Maine
A rare weather phenomenon led to a low-pressure system stalling between Lewiston and Brunswick, forecasters say, dropping between 14 and 17 inches of snow in that area.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Religion and Values
For these Maine churches, the story of Christmas and immigrants’ reality tell a similar tale
As congregations count down the days of Advent, the story of Christ’s birth and Joseph and Mary’s flight to another country for safety has prompted church leaders to draw some parallels this year.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do
Fireworks, music and parties: 15 ways to ring in the new year in Maine
New Year’s Eve events include an indoor beach party and community celebrations.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Pushback on syringe services hurts Maine’s HIV fight, experts say
Some local officials want to limit needle exchange programs that public health officials say are crucial to reducing the spread of blood-borne diseases.
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Central Maine Healthcare is the first recovery-friendly hospital system in Maine
‘I don’t know at the time that I knew how much of an impact it would have on my life and my sobriety,’ one employee said.
Posted inGirls Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
Change at the top in Varsity Maine girls hockey poll
All 5 teams appear in every voter’s rankings. That’s rare.
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Variety the spice of Varsity Maine girls basketball poll
Only three squads appear on all nine voters’ rankings.
Posted inBoys Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
New No. 1 in Varsity Maine boys hockey poll
Thornton takes over top spot, while unbeaten IceCats skate into rankings and earn three first-place votes.