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Posted inCommunity
Augusta to get 25 units of supportive housing for chronically homeless people
The City Council approved a financing agreement with the developer of the Riverlands affordable housing development, making possible the construction of 25 units of long-term housing for people experiencing chronic homelessness.
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Posted inBusiness, Community, Food & Dining, News
Pak Lee Chinese Restaurant in Skowhegan closes
The restaurant’s owners cited financial challenges of owning a small business as the reason for the closure.
Posted inCommunity, Maine
Oakland girl enjoys riding scooter in driveway
The young Oakland girl and her sister have also been busy caring for their chickens, getting muddy in the stream that runs through their backyard and raking their yard.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Head of Maine department of fisheries and wildlife stepping down
Judy Camuso, the first woman to lead the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, will leave the post on April 30.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Older Mainers are filling gaps in a tight labor market
Often working part time, people age 65 and older have become a critical resource in the state’s economy.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
These dog restaurants and cat cafes cater to Mainers’ pets (and their hoomans)
Mainers love their pets and food passionately and equally. Now they can love them in the same place.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Regular gas tops $4, premium over $5 in Maine amid severe Trump Iran threats
The statewide cost of gas has risen to its highest point in years as the conflict in Iran grips the global oil market.
Posted inElections, Maine, Nation & World, New England, News, Politics
Janet Mills releases her policy platform. Here’s how it differs from Platner’s.
Until Tuesday, the 2-term incumbent governor had largely focused on persuading voters she is electable and will stand up to President Donald Trump.
Posted inNews, Op-Eds, Opinion
Why were MaineCare services for children altered without public conversation? | Opinion
Quiet changes could have serious consequences for young people with behavioral health conditions.