The new forever chemical standards follow federal limits set by Biden-era regulators.
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Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News
NYC mayor and Ms. Rachel team up — and share a Maine connection
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the YouTube superstar sang with preschoolers Friday as part of the announcement of universal child care for 2-year-olds in New York City.
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When Maine warming centers can’t keep up with demand: ‘We are tasked with life and death decisions’
Advocates say overnight facilities are essential in Maine, but services are limited and it is increasingly difficult to meet the need in communities, including those in York County.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Maine hit with wintry mix, causing messy commute, school closures
The precipitation had mostly ended by Wednesday afternoon, and the National Weather Service said temperatures through much of the state would reach the 40s Thursday.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Lots of movement in Varsity Maine boys basketball poll
Camden Hills takes over top spot, but Sanford is right behind.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Top 2 unchanged in Varsity Maine girls basketball poll
Cheverus and Mt. Ararat have been ranked No. 1 and 2, respectively, in every poll this season.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Wrestling
Massabesic wrestler completes tough double with win at Sanford tournament
Evan Boulard, a junior, also won the title at the Noble Invitational earlier this week.
Posted inHealth, News
Maine abortion providers to ask state lawmakers for more funding
The request seeks to offset the Trump administration’s efforts to cut federal funding for Planned Parenthood of Northern New England and Maine Family Planning.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Schools & Education
UNE launching effort to train medical workers on addiction treatment for rural Mainers
A 4-year, $1.6 million grant will allow the university to expand programs designed to equip health care providers to respond to the ongoing opioid crisis.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Pushback on syringe services hurts Maine’s HIV fight, experts say
Some local officials want to limit needle exchange programs that public health officials say are crucial to reducing the spread of blood-borne diseases.