Sen. Rachel Talbot Ross, D-Portland, said the bill is a ‘long overdue step towards justice’ for workers who are primarily Black, Brown, Latino, and Indigenous laborers who have historically been excluded from labor protections.
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Proposal to protect children from online harassment and ‘doxxing’ advanced by Maine lawmakers
The bill would allow minors, or their parents or guardians, to sue a person who discloses their personal information in a way that causes them harm or to fear for their safety.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, Nation & World, Politics
Sen. Collins grills NIH director on research cuts
The Trump administration is proposing a 40% cut in the NIH for 2026, and Sen. Susan Collins said federal cutbacks are disrupting research into Alzheimer’s and other diseases.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Skowhegan voters approve $19 million budget at town meeting
Voters agreed to hire two additional police officers and decided to fund the full requests from some local organizations over town officials’ recommendations for lesser amounts.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Waterville’s municipal pool fees increase
Those who use the Waterville municipal pool will pay more to use it this summer.
Posted inMaine, News
250 customers in North Jay under boil water order after break in line
North Jay Water District customers should boil water for at least one minute before consuming.
Posted inNation & World
Trump sends Marines, more National Guard members to Los Angeles
The president authorized the deployment of an additional 2,000 Guard members and 700 Marines to help respond to protests over immigration raids.
Posted inLocal Elections, Maine, News, Politics
Turnout light in most places as Mainers vote on school budgets, local offices
Hotly debated budget proposals were expected to drive more people to the polls in some communities, including Cape Elizabeth, Gorham and Scarborough.
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Maine Democrats drop opposition to ‘red flag’ hearing
A public hearing is scheduled for 3 p.m. Wednesday on a citizen initiative that would make it easier to temporarily remove access to firearms from people who are in a crisis.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Hannah Pingree announces run for Maine governor
Pingree, a former speaker of the Maine House, joins a slate of well-known Democrats looking to replace Gov. Janet Mills.