The effort to enshrine the right to hunt and fish in the Maine constitution may not be the solution that hunting supporters think it is, Erin Merrill writes.
Augusta
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Maine’s college graduates of 2025 walk across the stage to their next chapter
As we enter graduation season, here are photos of some of the newest alumni of Maine’s colleges and universities. In tasseled caps and long robes, graduates from institutions including Maine College of Art & Design, Husson University and University of Maine schools walked across the stage over the weekend, entering the next chapter of their lives.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Pressure is on to extend ACA subsidies as premium hikes loom
The enhanced tax credits, first approved in 2021, would expire at the end of the year if Congress fails to act.
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News, Politics
15 state attorneys general condemn Rep. Libby’s censure as ‘attack on Legislature’ in letter
The group, led by West Virginia Attorney General John McCuskey, charges that the Auburn Republican’s censure impedes the Legislature’s ability to function and represent Mainers.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Lawmaker, advocates say Maine needs new Office of the Child Advocate
If approved, the office would be an independent watchdog agency and work with state departments overseeing health and human services, education, law enforcement police and corrections.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine attorney general urges Supreme Court to deny Libby’s request in censure suit
Rep. Laurel Libby, R-Auburn, is asking the high court to restore her voting and speaking rights while her lawsuit against the House speaker plays out.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors, Schools & 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 inBusiness, Maine, News
Mainers roll with start of Real ID travel requirements
Lines are still long for some waiting for the enhanced identification at Bureau of Motor Vehicles offices.
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See the roadwork happening on the way to Maine summer hot spots | Column
With construction season underway, here are the projects to look out for en route to the state’s travel destinations.
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Maine raises legal age of marriage after bill becomes law without Mills signature
A bill prohibiting minors from getting married without parental consent became law Tuesday without the signature of Gov. Janet Mills.