Tracie Travers, who worked for the educational nonprofit from 2000 to 2008, said she is excited to return as executive director and president.
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Who is eligible for the $300 affordability checks approved by lawmakers?
The checks, included in the budget signed by Gov. Janet Mills on Friday, will be distributed based on income eligibility and are expected to be sent in late July.
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Posted inHealth, News
Democratic candidates for Maine governor discuss reforming health care
All 4 candidates at the University of Maine at Augusta forum agreed the state should move toward a universal health care system.
Posted inCommunity, Maine Crime, News
3rd person charged in connection with Palmyra killing, robbery
New details about the killing of Jaquan Humphries have emerged as prosecutors proceed with charges against several people they believe were involved.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
What big-money groups are spending the most on the Maine governor’s race?
Close to $3 million in outside money has been spent on the Maine governor’s race this year, with most of the spending benefiting Republicans, according to new state campaign finance reports.
Posted inCommunity, News, Things to Do
Gardiner’s Cinderella Project of Maine prepares dresses for Sunday giveaway
Photographer Anna Chadwick captures volunteers preparing for this inclusive event that provides free dresses for students planning to attend a spring formal.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Some Mainers planning to vote for Platner say they’re doing so reluctantly
Most participants in a recent focus group held by Syracuse University said their vote in the upcoming Democratic Senate primary will be based on which candidate they think is more likely to oust Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
Posted inCommunity
Winthrop crew rescues man, dog who fell through Upper Narrows Pond ice
A quick response and recent ice rescue training helped the emergency response, Winthrop fire Chief Dan Brooks said.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, News
Augusta’s Capital Bar and Grille offers upscale bites, warm welcome
The restaurant is the shared vision of business partners with ‘big personalities, blessed with the gift of gab.’
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Janet Mills signs $519M supplemental budget into law. Did she get what she wanted?
The state’s free community college program, previously funded on a one-time basis, is now permanent under the spending plan Mills signed Friday.