6 districts are asking to dismiss the case, arguing the Maine Human Rights Commission erred when it sued them over transgender athlete and bathroom policies. A 7th filed a separate motion, arguing its policies aren’t exclusionary.
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Augusta’s Togus Pond gets second round of alum treatment
The treatment is scientifically designed to help restore the lake’s natural chemical balance and prevent algae blooms.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Judge gives Maine 30 days to review validity of trans referendum signatures
Earlier this week, the Office of the Maine Attorney General conceded that up to 3,014 signatures backing a referendum on trans participation in school sports might be invalid.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Bloody ax, journal depicting violence found at Chelsea double homicide, police testify
A District Court judge will determine whether a teenager accused of killing 2 men in Chelsea last year will be tried as a juvenile or as an adult.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Earth Day, spring & lacross focus of this week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from April 17-23, 2026.
Posted inBusiness, Hearts of Pine, Leslie Bridgers, Maine, News, Opinion
Maine businesses are cashing in on Hearts of Pine fever | Column
Companies, brands and institutions of all kinds are attaching themselves to the uber-popular Portland soccer team. Makes sense to me.
Posted inCommunity, Maine
Children explore art, creativity at Waterville Creates camp
Photographer Anna Chadwick captures a few moments of children creating shadow boxes during the April Artist and Maker Camp.
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Former dean of pharmacy, who researched maple syrup, sues UNE for firing him
Navindra Seeram says the school did not give notice before firing him last April after he was the subject of a critical New York Times story.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
How to avoid scams, according to Maine fraud experts
If an online message seems suspicious, or triggers a strong emotional response, pause and verify what you can before responding.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Sister offered a home to troubled teen before Chelsea double homicide
The woman testified in the second day of a hearing at the Capital Judicial Center to determine whether the boy will be tried as an adult.