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Posted inBusiness, Community, Maine, News
History podcasts showcase local Maine history
From the coast to the mountains, these podcasts focus on centuries of history about Maine’s people and places.
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Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors, Things to Do
Maine’s network of gear libraries can help you get outside this summer
Each one has a different pricing structure and unique inventory, but all share a commitment to access and sustainability.
Posted inCommunity, News, Schools and Education
Skowhegan-area district weighs how to implement state’s new cellphone ban
The law requires all districts to establish a policy prohibiting personal electronic devices from ‘bell to bell’ by Aug. 1.
Posted inMaine, News
Susan Collins casts 10,000th straight Senate vote
The milestone comes as Maine’s senior U.S. senator is running for a 6th term against presumptive Democratic nominee Graham Platner, whose candidacy has been plagued by controversy.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
If Graham Platner wins the Democratic nomination, could he be replaced on the ballot?
There is no indication he will drop out and be replaced. It would be highly unusual and would require action from the Maine Democratic Party.
Posted inMaine, News
Infant revived with naloxone in Penobscot County, officials say
An opioid was later found in the infant, according to the sheriff’s office. County and state officials are investigating the incident.
Posted inCommunity, Health, Maine, News
Maine announces return of summer food assistance programs
The state says about 85,000 children will be eligible for SUN Bucks.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Attacks ramp up in Maine’s Democratic race for governor as primary nears
Troy Jackson and Nirav Shah addressed last-minute criticisms from their opponents’ supporters Thursday, a few days before the primary.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Platner’s ex tells New York Times about Nazi tattoo, ‘toxic’ relationship
The latest scandalous report on Platner comes days after stories about sexually explicit texts he had previously sent several women while married.