The bill garnered international attention following its passage in the state Legislature.
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What to expect at Acadia and Maine’s state parks this year
Some changes are coming this year, like higher fees and new facilities.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools and Education
School districts ask judge to dismiss Title IX trans policies lawsuit
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.
Posted inCommunity, Health, News
Domestic violence an ‘absolute emergency,’ say Maine victim advocates
In Farmington and Carrabassett Valley on April 22, Finding Our Voices hosted events to highlight domestic violence awareness — inspired by death of woman killed March 8.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
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.
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, News
Belgrade town clerk named interim town manager
The decision comes after residents campaigned for Mary Vogel at the last select board meeting.