The Rams have obliterated opponents, while the Blue Blazes have found ways to win tight games against top teams — what does this mean for Saturday?
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
New turnpike director outlines goals for Maine’s ‘economic backbone’
Andre Briere, executive director of the Maine Turnpike Authority, said he’s committed to bolstering trust, transparency, efficiency — and service plaza food options.
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Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Westbrook police say they mistakenly posted AI-generated drug seizure photo on Facebook
An officer had used ChatGPT to add a police badge to the photo, but the department didn’t realize it had altered the rest of the image.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine’s Meals on Wheels program gets boost from state, but long waitlist and uncertainty remain
Congress has yet to reauthorize $6 million in federal funding for the food program, which serves more than 10,000 older or disabled Mainers. Many others remain on a waitlist that could take years to clear.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Local & State, Schools and Education
School’s out, what now? How Maine kids celebrate the last day
Spoiler alert: It’s mostly with ice cream. But mini golf and family time rank high, too.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Local & State, Things to Do
Go see the alewives as they migrate up Maine rivers — and hurry | Column
The sea-run fish are still making their way to the lakes and ponds where they spawn.
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Maine fabric, crafts shops fill the void left after retailer Joann’s bankruptcy
Local store owners say they have already seen new customers coming in to shop for fabric, yarn and other craft supplies.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Outdoors, Schools and Education
Maine students head outdoors for Life Happens Outside Challenge
The weeklong challenge, which begins Friday, motivates middle school students to spend more time outdoors, offering a chance to win cash prizes while fostering well-being in students and staff.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Business, Life & Culture, Local & State
Meet the Mainers behind Renys’ ubiquitous, 4-word jingle
The ad tune, created by David Melville, has been heard in Maine every day since 2011.
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At packed town hall, constituents ask Pingree about her efforts to fight Trump White House
The crowd erupted into cheers and applause at some of the questions and responses. One attendee was asked to leave after repeatedly demanding the congresswoman describe the Trump administration as ‘Nazis.’