The fate of animals seized by the state have long been drawn out in courts, but it’s been made worse by the coronavirus pandemic, animal caregivers say.
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Lewiston principal delivers personalized letters to Class of 2020
Jake Langlais is determined to meet all 330 seniors face to face.
Avangrid sues to block November referendum on hydropower line
The power company asked a state court Wednesday to reject plans for a Nov. 3 statewide public vote on the controversial project.
Elective class teachers are tackling the challenge of distance learning
Instructors in art, music, gym and vocational trades have found ways to keep students engaged.
Two Maine dairy farms dumping milk as demand drops, others holding steady
Farmers are facing new challenges as coronavirus has shut down or limited markets.
Bates College adds voices to its quest to plan for COVID-19
After students sought input in the process, college officials opened the door for their participation in figuring out what to do next semester. Bowdoin and Colby colleges are also planning for a ‘different’ return to class.
Jail populations down but may rise after pandemic wanes
Officials argue for and against summonses versus arrests.
A different kind of celebration for Mother’s Day
Restaurants and florists are seeking new ways to keep Mother’s Day special.
New Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program offers cash to help feed Maine’s children
Families whose children get free or reduced-price meals will get $382 per child to compensate them for what they missed after schools closed.
Former guest of Lewiston wellness shelter tests positive for COVID-19
An official with Community Concepts, which operates the wellness shelter, said a former guest of the Lewiston facility — being run out of the Lewiston Armory — tested positive Sunday morning for the coronavirus.