Maine was one of more than two dozen states challenging the administration’s deep cuts to the national service volunteerism program.
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Susan Collins says Trump’s $4.9 billion clawback request ‘a clear violation of the law’
After passing a bill this summer that eliminated $9.4 billion in spending approved by Congress, the Trump administration is looking to cut additional foreign aid, bypassing Congress through a ‘pocket rescission.’
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Waterville-Winslow Ticonic Bridge to close completely for a month
The Ticonic Bridge spanning the Kennebec River between Waterville and Winslow will close to traffic and pedestrians from Sept. 29 to Nov. 1 to allow for construction requiring complete access to the structure.
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Driver charged in Sidney crash that injured 3
Shawn Stone, 28, of Presque Isle, was issued a summons on charges of operating under the influence, endangering the welfare of a child, reckless conduct and aggravated driving to endanger following the crash Thursday on southbound Interstate 95.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Employers have used E-Verify for years. ICE’s arrest of a Maine police officer raises new questions.
Old Orchard Beach has been accused of ‘reckless reliance’ on the government program, but experts say there’s not much more employers can do to vet hires.
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Federal judge in Maine considers whether to bring back a man Border Patrol flew to Texas
Edgar Vicente Bermeo Sicha’s lawyer said Border Patrol held his client for weeks.
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Maine Turnpike Authority, Portland Jetport expect slight increase in Labor Day weekend traffic
MTA and jetport officials expect traffic increases between 1.5%-2% over 2024, with Friday expected to be the busiest of the 4 days.
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Waterville nursing home allowed abuse of patient who died, lawsuit claims
A family is suing Mount Joseph nursing home in Waterville, citing a pattern of mistreatment from the top down.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Enrollment up across Maine’s public university, community college systems
While the overall number of students has increased slightly, enrollment at individual schools varies. Some have seen major growth since last year, while others have declined.
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Farmington property owners to learn about new valuations Sept. 12
Town officials caution that an increase in a property’s value does not mean a similar increase in taxes on the property.