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Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Only 2 Maine districts make the cut for school construction funds
Schools in Bath and Frenchville can get state funding to rebuild after both were damaged by fire, while a long list of other schools await funding to replace aging and deteriorating buildings.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine lawmakers won’t take up bill to prohibit ICE agents from wearing masks
Rep. Grayson Lookner, a Portland Democrat, said he brought the proposal in response to recent incidents in Maine, including the September arrest of a parent outside a Portland school.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine regulators approve conservation plan, allowing completion of controversial NECEC line
The approval, which was condemned by environmental groups, opens the door for the completion of a 53-mile transmission line through rural northwestern Maine.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine home prices shoot back up after months of decreases
Maine homebuyers paid a median of $426,000 last month, a new record.
Posted inMaine, News
Border agents apprehend record number of people in Maine illegally
The individuals arrested in fiscal 2025 came from 46 countries, according to Houlton Sector Maine of the U.S. Border Patrol.
Posted inHearts of Pine, News, Sports
Hearts of Pine announce start of 2026 roster
Twelve of the original players, including leading scorer Ollie Wright and captain Mikey Lopez, will be back along with coach Bobby Murphy and his staff.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, News
Prosecutors dismiss charges against woman shot in Chicago by Maine Border Patrol agent
Marimar Martinez had been accused of using her car to ram the vehicle of Border Patrol agent Charles Exum. He exited his SUV and opened fire on Martinez, who suffered 7 gunshot wounds.
Posted inMaine, News, Things to Do
Board games and earmuffs: Chester Greenwood Day set for Dec. 6
Farmington celebrates its 49th annual Chester Greenwood Day on Dec. 6 with a themed parade, tree lighting, crafts, carriage rides and a chilly dip in Clearwater Lake.
Posted inMaine, News
Holiday gatherings offer a chance to talk about scams
It’s a complicated subject, but having a frank discussion now could prevent heartbreak, trauma and serious financial losses in the future.