Maine’s 2024 Child Welfare Annual Report cites substance use, mental health challenges and a number of other family stressors as negatively affecting child safety.
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Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Susan Collins questions Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
The fund was created in response to a $10 billion lawsuit President Donald Trump filed against the IRS over the unauthorized release of his tax records.
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Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
4 (more) chefs tell us the favorite Portland dishes they didn’t make themselves
Plus 8 additional recommendations for can’t-miss food in the city and beyond.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Maine’s public universities on verge of closing $1.39M deal for first systemwide AI tool
A 2-year contract to use the OpenAI artificial intelligence platform ChatGPT Edu is likely to start July 1.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Dandelions already going to seed in Augusta
Photographer Joe Phelan captures the lifecycle of a dandelion.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Janet Mills endorses Hannah Pingree for governor
The governor announced her support Tuesday for Pingree, who led the Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future for more than 6 years under Mills.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, Outdoors, The Maine Forecast
As the weather warms, Maine rescue workers emphasize hiker safety
First responders say preparedness is key for hikers hitting western Maine’s busy trails.
Posted inMaine, News
Shrouded Samantha Smith statue
Photographer Joe Phelan captures repair work at the state’s Cultural Building, which will reopen later this year after several years of renovations.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, New England, News, Politics
US Senate confirms key new Maine officials
Acting US attorney for Maine Andrew Benson and former Lewiston Police Chief David St. Pierre were confirmed in party line votes, despite bipartisan committee backing.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
How to support those impacted by the Searsmont mill fire
From local stores and community efforts to towns and charity foundations, Mainers are rallying to raise funds for the victims of the fire and explosion at Robbins Lumber and their families.