The new law, which will take effect 90 days after adjournment, will expand what protections Maine judges can offer victims of domestic violence and stalking.
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White sharks make frequent visits to Maine’s coastal waters, new data reveals
But most white sharks tracked during a new study only hung out for about 15 minutes at Maine’s most popular sandy beaches before moving on, and the number of shark visits is still low compared to hotspots like Cape Cod.
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Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
2024-25 Varsity Maine All-State boys basketball team
Each of these players had individual success that begat team success, making them the best of the best.
Posted inBusiness
Southern Maine ePapers debut as digital news products
The digital-only editions are linked to weekly newsletters being produced by Maine Trust for Local News community reporters in southern Maine.
Posted inThings to Do
Celebrate spring with outdoor concerts, festivals, flowers and baseball
It’s time for flowers, baseball and whoopie pies — and a bunch of events surrounding them.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
More and more Maine homes are selling for millions of dollars
Maine’s luxury real estate market had a record year in 2024, while the number of properties sold for more than $1 million has quadrupled over the last 5 years.
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Abbott Labs sued for alleged ADA, human rights and whistleblower protection violations
Two former employees say the Scarborough plant failed to accommodate their disabilities and created a hostile work environment after they outed the company for pushing out defective COVID-19 tests.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Child care providers fear proposed cuts to state stipend would set back hard-won stability
Directors of day care facilities in Maine have struggled for years with a combination of high demand and challenges with retaining teachers.
Posted inBoys Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
Gorham boys hockey eliminates Kennebunk/Wells
Gorham earns its first trip to a regional final in 10 years and will face defending state champion Cheverus/Yarmouth on Tuesday.
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Are taller seawalls the answer to rising seas and storm surge?
A bill would allow coastal seawalls to be raised by 2 feet to protect coastal homes, property and roads, but opponents claim higher walls would flood neighboring properties and result in sandy beach loss.