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Maine Sens. Angus King, Susan Collins played key roles in crafting a deal to break the impasse
The Senate passed the legislation late Monday night, likely leading to the end of the longest shutdown in U.S. history with a few days.
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Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Have some studies shown the shift to daylight saving time increases fatal car crashes? | Fact brief
Multiple studies have shown an increase in deadly vehicle crashes just after the shift to daylight saving time. Still, one study found it was offset by a decrease in pedestrian and bicyclist deaths, while another study found no effect.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Lewiston hospital to end trauma center status over ‘burdensome costs’
The move will leave Maine with 2 trauma centers, but CMMC officials say patients won’t ‘notice much of a change.’
Posted inMaine, News
Maine winter looking meh, forecasters say
The National Weather Service is forecasting average temperatures and slightly below average precipitation.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine judge finds DA’s office acted in ‘bad faith’ as prosecutors buckle under high caseloads
Three recent examples show how cases can languish or prompt sanctions when prosecutors fail to to turn over discovery.
Posted inMaine, News
Food pantries in Lewiston, Auburn gear up amid uncertainy over SNAP benefits
Already burdened food pantries could see an uptick in need if food stamp benefits are not issued in November.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Elderly couple in Gray recovers $19,500 from online fraud
Scammers convinced the couple they needed to return money that was supposedly deposited into their account by accident, police said.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine
Climate change theater inspires audience in Freeport
Six plays performed outside spoke of oysters, orcas and opportunities to combat climate change.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Auburn teacher honored for meeting students’ emotional needs: ‘When they have fears, we address them’
Christine Samson has taught in the Auburn school system for 33 years, the past 18 at Sherwood Heights.