A lawsuit over the award process alleges inconsistencies created a ‘fundamental unfairness.’
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Maine health advocates’ 2025 priorities include higher tobacco tax, AI protections
Groups also hope to see legislation addressing the health care worker shortage and medical cannabis.
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Posted inMaine, News
Polar vortex brings chilly temps to Maine
Portland was forecasted to be about 6 degrees below normal Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
After a contentious 2024, Winslow town councilors, officials share their resolutions for 2025
Multiple resignations, social media scandals and alleged ethical violations plagued the Town Council in 2024. Some municipal officials said their New Year’s resolution is to change that in 2025, while others aim to prioritize policy.
Posted inMaine, News
How climate change is shortening Maine’s ice season, and why it matters
As Maine winters warm, the amount of time Maine’s ponds, rivers and lakes are covered by ice is shrinking, posing a threat to lake health and the winter sports economy.
Posted inMaine, News
How Jimmy Carter’s White House solar panels ended up in Maine
Unity College acquired the panels in 1991 after they were removed from the White House, and they were used to heat water at the school’s cafeteria for years.
Posted inBusiness, News
Maine businesses say H-1B visas are critical to filling labor gaps
Trump allies are split over the program that brings skilled foreign workers to labs, hospitals, universities and tech companies in Maine.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Maine winter recreation faces uncertain future
As climate change has gradually warmed Maine winters, symptoms of the issue have become more visible.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
3 injured in shooting, stabbing incident Saturday in Auburn
Two men were injured in a shooting, and a third in a stabbing, at 45 Smith St. early Saturday morning.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine Crime, News
Augusta woman charged with arson after allegedly setting apartment fire
Amanda Condon, 37, of Augusta, was arrested after allegedly lighting a staircase outside an apartment building in Augusta ablaze.