While the number of visitors declined, the per-person spending increased.
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Vassalboro church to hold online holiday auction
VASSALBORO — The Vassalboro United Methodist Church is set to hold an online holiday auction from 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, through 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9. More than 100 items will be available to place bids on at any time. The option to “buy now” is also included with each item or place bids […]
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University of Maine at Augusta ranks first in Maine for veterans
Best for Vets: Colleges rankings is the largest and most comprehensive annual list recognizing the top colleges and universities for military service members and veterans.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Democrats turn to southern Maine for legislative leadership
All 6 of the party’s leaders in the 132nd Legislature represent communities within 26 miles of Portland, opening Democrats to criticism from Republicans for not representing the whole state.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Maine, New England
Report finds that America is catching and eating a little less fish
America ate a little bit less seafood in 2022, as per capita consumption fell about 3% to 19.8 pounds in 2022, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s ‘Fisheries of the United States’ report.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Trump confirms deportation strategy will involve military
Deportations would also target immigrants who entered the country long before President Biden took office.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
The Associated Press to cut 8% of its workforce, accelerate digital-first news
The AP said less than half of the anticipated cuts would involve its news employees, with the bulk happening within the United States.
Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Trump chooses former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy to be transportation secretary
Duffy is a former reality TV star who was one of Trump’s most visible defenders on cable – a prime concern for the media-focused president-elect.
Posted inNews, Schools and Education
University of Maine System students, faculty speak against proposed changes to free speech policies
At a meeting of the system’s board, community members called on trustees to reject draft changes to the policy and to divest from Israel.
Posted inMaine, News
Wilton to replace galvanized drinking water pipes at 10 properties
The Water Department has no records that the pipes were never connected to lead pipes.