Donald Trump’s vows to dissolve the U.S. Department of Education could put school funding sources in jeopardy, and his policy positions could impact programs like Maine’s free breakfast and lunch, and student vaccine mandates.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Portland police arrest 5 men in Morrill’s Corner shooting, still looking for N.H. suspect
Each man faces assault charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Susan McHugh, which police believe stemmed from a biker club dispute.
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Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Jared Golden on voters who helped reelect him: ‘I think they feel like I’m being real’
In an interview Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Jared Golden talked about his ability to connect with voters from both parties and how Democrats nationally might win back some of those they lost in a tough election cycle.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Photo Album: See images of the fire damage at the former Elan School
The Sunday morning fire in Poland razed one school building, caused minor damage to an adjacent building and started to spread into the woods.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston council approves 12-bed winter shelter for young adults
An emergency declaration will allow New Beginnings to operate under new city licensing rules, including the ability for shelter guests to sleep on cots instead of the floor.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Crow in Gorham tests positive for West Nile virus
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention tested the bird last week, the town announced Tuesday.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Fire at former Elan School in Poland still under investigation
The Office of State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of a blaze at 70 Number Five Road.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine
Shoreland restoration work progresses on two lakefront properties on Sebago Lake
“I think when people drive by it in a boat they’re going to be pleased,” said Raymond Code Enforcement Officer Chris Hanson.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Franklin County accepts $1 million federal grant for jail to address substance use recovery, recidivism
The money will come over a three-year period to help the Franklin County Detention Center address substance use and opioid use recovery.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Wilton town manager paid for 93 hours of unused vacation time
Maria Greeley said the Select Board decided to pay her for 93.25 hours that she did not use in her first year as town manager.