The move temporarily pauses the system’s agricultural research and programs weeks after President Donald Trump threatened to cut funding for Maine because it allows transgender athletes to compete in sports.
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Registration opens for Paddle for Pine Tree Camp
Both paddles are family-friendly and geared for all ages, skill levels and abilities.
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Augusta workforce program offers transportation pilot grants
The pilots will be created to help mitigate transportation as a barrier to the recruitment and retention of qualified employees.
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Vassalboro church receives grant for roof/steeple work
An anonymous donor set off fundraising efforts by issuing a $5,000 matching grant to help repair damage to the church’s steeple and roof.
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Sen. King demands answers about latest round of Veterans Affairs cuts
A plan to cut hundreds of contracted workers may include a key ‘radiation safety officer’ position and other jobs at the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta.
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Maine’s federal delegation could play role in Republican effort to avoid a shutdown
If Congress doesn’t pass a stopgap spending bill by midnight Friday, the federal government will shut down nonessential services.
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Advocates concerned but confident Maine laws will protect trans youth
As questions over sports and health care for transgender people roil Maine and the nation, advocates say Maine’s protections remain strong.
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Bill seeks to give Maine legislators final approval over chief of cannabis office
State officials say the legislation unfairly singles out the Office of Cannabis Policy and undermines the executive branch, while supporters say it’s an important step in restoring trust and transparency for the industry.
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Winthrop center to host afternoon of Irish music March 15
This is a family friendly event; all ages are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Irish garb or even as a leprechauns or fairies.
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Paul LePage may be eyeing another campaign in Maine
LePage, who is registered to vote in Florida, is said to be weighing a run in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.