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Why has enforcement slowed against Maine’s Chinese marijuana grows?
Despite the Trump administration’s promises of a federal crackdown, Maine sheriffs say they are bearing the burden of investigating hundreds of grows run by transnational criminal groups.
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Colby College wins statewide arts advocacy award
The Maine Art Education Association’s Art Advocate of the Year went to Colby’s arts office for its ‘extraordinary commitment to arts education.’
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Newport police investigate alleged assault after school board trans policy debate
Public comment at the Regional School Unit 19 meeting Tuesday night abruptly ended when people started arguing about a student’s suspension.
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Sensible tax reforms will drive Maine forward | Opinion
Without tax reform that puts working Mainers first, we will not achieve the systemic change we need.
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Western Maine sugarhouses open for Maine Maple Sunday weekend
Maple producers across Western Maine will welcome visitors March 21-22 for Maine Maple Sunday weekend with demonstrations, tastings and family activities.
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How Backyard Farms in Madison came to rely on migrant labor
Dozens of contracted migrant workers at the facility, which once promised to employ hundreds of locals, have been detained in recent immigration enforcement operations.
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Tilton Pond to focus on preventing spread of invasive plant to nearby waters
State officials say swollen bladderwort is widespread in Tilton Pond, making eradication unrealistic.
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Fiber internet available in 96% of Franklin County after expansion push, officials say
The Greater Franklin Development Council briefed the town on regional broadband expansion and economic initiatives that have been in progress for more than two years.
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Live Nation could lose exclusive ticketing rights at Bangor concert venue under settlement
Maine Savings Amphitheater, which has an exclusive ticketing contract with Ticketmaster, is one of 13 venues nationwide that may be affected by the proposed settlement.