This series explores ways to prepare for retirement, navigate the challenges of growing older and deepen community connections.
Maine
Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
Posted inMaine, News
Is Maine a good place to age? It’s complicated.
Income and geography affect Mainers’ ability to navigate health care challenges, afford basic needs and stay connected in the community during retirement.
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For many older Mainers, covering costs in retirement is a major challenge
Experts say there is a clear divide between people who can afford to live comfortably in retirement — and those whose tight budgets make it difficult to pay for basic needs like food and housing.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Supporters, opponents clash in debate over Maine voter ID referendum
Question 1 would require photo identification to vote and also would make changes to absentee voting.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Portland Jetport not showing video that blames shutdown on Democrats
Several major U.S. airports have declined to display the video of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem because of its partisan content, according to local authorities.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Auburn haunted house attraction ‘scary in all the right ways’
Community Little Theatre’s ‘Shadows on Stage’ at the 200-year-old former school is frightening. But which of the ghosts and ghouls are real and which are part of the act?
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Livermore Falls delays action on new fire substation until next year
In 2018, voters agreed to explore building a substation in the East Livermore area, which is more than 5 miles from the town fire station.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Gov. Mills, attorney general rally support for ‘Rule of Law’ during forum at USM in Portland
Harvard professor Noah Feldman also addressed the audience during the event at the University of Southern Maine Tuesday night.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine Christmas tree harvest expected to be strong, despite lengthy drought
Newly planted trees are more susceptible to the monthslong dry spell, causing an increase in mortality rates for saplings. But farmers say the older trees that will be for sale this holiday season are doing well.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
St. Dom’s moving all K-8 classes from Lewiston to Auburn
The former Holy Cross School, which housed K-8 students, will close in January.