Cumberland and York counties account for nearly 50 percent of the state’s GDP, a new report finds.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Deaths of working-age people are a public health crisis
Suicide, overdose, alcoholism and obesity are among the preventable causes of death that are lowering life expectancy in Maine.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Second round of winter storm likely to make morning commute ‘a mess’
With snow and gusty winds in the forecast for much of Tuesday, schools have canceled classes and state government offices will be closed until 11 a.m.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Schools and businesses stay closed, and thousands have another dark night in storm’s wake
Central Maine Power warns customers in hard-hit areas that it could be days before power is restored.
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CMP says storm damage could leave some coastal customers without power for days
The nor’easter that pummeled the area with winds topping 60 mph leaves a trail of downed power lines and damaged cars and homes.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Cumberland County residents want more broadband competition, survey shows
The grant-funded report offers a blueprint for public-private partnerships that could compete with existing broadband providers such as Spectrum.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Habitat for Humanity offers discounted home repair service
The service is available to low-income homeowners in Cumberland County
Posted inBicentennial, Editorials, Opinion
Our View: Understanding Maine’s past is the best way to move forward
The state’s bicentennial celebration is a good time to take stock and plan for the future.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Supporting school nutrition is an investment in our future
Public policies and private initiatives are aimed at making it easier for students to get dependable meals.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine voters to weigh in on school budgets, municipal races
Residents of Cumberland and York counties head to the polls Tuesday to cast votes on a variety of local races and issues.