Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes, which killed mostly women and children, after Hamas refused Israeli demands to change the ceasefire agreement.
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White House giving Maine 10 days to comply with transgender ruling
The federal DHHS says the state is in violation of Title IX and must accept a proposed resolution, which includes returning federal funding and retraining staff, or risk referral to the Justice Department ‘for appropriate action.’
Vassalboro sewer customers seek rate relief at legislative hearing
State Sen. Richard Bradstreet, R-Kennebec, will present a bill Tuesday seeking $2 million from the state’s general fund to help pay down the debt of the Vassalboro Sanitary District.
Warm weather, rain bring small ice jams to central, western Maine
Emergency management officials and weather forecasters were keeping an eye on the rivers in western and central Maine as a storm system brought rain and warm temperatures to the region Monday, raising concerns over ice jams and flooding.
Waterville center names new head coach for Mid-Maine Dolphins swim team
WATERVILLE — The Alfond Youth & Community Center has hired Matt Reed as head coach for its Mid-Maine Dolphins Swim Team. Reed brings over a decade of coaching experience at the YMCA, USA Swimming, and high school levels. With a background in program development, he has grown teams and guided athletes to new levels of […]
Winslow mainstay Bee’s Snack Bar closes after 77 years
While Bee’s operated for nearly eight decades through natural disasters and economic swings, the owners say the closure of the Ticonic Bridge for repairs and high operating costs have taken their toll.
King, Pingree demand answers on why USDA cut local food programs
Sen. Angus King joins dozens of Senate colleagues in calling for the funding to be restored.
Kennebec County sheriff stalking case set for trial in Skowhegan
Prosecutors agreed last year to move the case to Somerset County and drop one stalking charge against Nicholas Worthing, of Pittston, who has gone through a dozen defense lawyers over four years.
Bill would devote $6M per year to support Maine community college students
Sen. Mattie Daughtry and community college leaders say students receiving free tuition often need support in other areas — including housing, food and counseling — to succeed in higher education.
Passagassawakeag River Race celebrates 50th anniversary
Registrations are open for the Waldo County YMCA River Races March 29 and April 5.