Their efforts were rewarded Sunday night when the president signed the $900 billion emergency relief package and government funding authorization.
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Posted inNation / World
Trump indicates he will sign stimulus, government spending bill into law, averting shutdown
The president had demanded changes to the stimulus bill but on Sunday signaled he would release the stimulus funds after all
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Posted inNation / World
U.S. officials: Suspect in Nashville explosion died in blast
Federal authorities have identified the man they say is responsible for the Christmas Day bombing that tore through downtown Nashville and say that he died in the explosion
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Animal Tales: Back home for the holidays
After seven weeks on the streets, an Auburn cat gets reunited with her family.
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Dec. 28
100 Years Ago: 1920 New dental equipment, modern in every respect, has been received at the Red Cross Headquarters and installed in the office used as a dental clinic. 50 Years Ago: 1970 “I guess I’ll take your fingerprints now,” This statement, made in a careful and even tone of voice by Captain Picard of the Lewiston Police […]
Posted inNews
Trump capsizes two bills with BIW perks
President Trump rejected two major bills that authorize COVID-19 relief and defense funding, before leaving to spend the holiday weekend at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Brunswick’s The Daniel to remain a hotel under new buyers
Despite initial plans to convert the building into senior housing, new owners Bella Point Holdings LLC have decided to reopen the historic inn as an “upscale hotel,” according to the buyer’s broker. The hotel sold at auction for $1.6 million.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Winthrop Public Schools cap number of students able to participate in remote learning to 100
With coronavirus relief funds not extending past Dec. 30, the district can’t afford to hire new teachers.