The budget is 5.2% higher than the current school year’s budget.
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Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Politics
Republicans choose Austin Theriault to face Rep. Jared Golden in 2nd District
The former NASCAR driver from Fort Kent had the backing of national party leaders, including U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump.
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Posted inMaine, News
State expects to reach 2045 carbon neutrality goal ahead of time
Maine has met the first of its four climate goals by reducing gross greenhouse gas emissions by 30% from 1990 levels, well ahead of its 10% goal by 2020, but it has a long way to go to meet a 45% cut by 2030.
Posted inMaine, News
Humpback whale found in Casco Bay likely died from drowning linked to tangled fishing gear
The whale, known as Chunk, was hauled from Casco Bay into the Portland Harbor on June 6 with fishing gear wrapped around its tail. The source of the fishing gear has not yet been announced.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine to receive $4.8 million in multistate baby powder settlement with Johnson & Johnson
The $700 million settlement resolved disputes over deceptive marketing practices by Johnson & Johnson for talcum powder.
Posted inFranklin, News
North Jay Water District lifts boil-water advisory
The advisory was issued Friday after water main repairs were made.
Posted inMaine, News
Chelsea’s welcome sign to return after being replaced by a religious message
For several weeks, travelers on River Road in Chelsea have been greeted by a ‘Jesus Saves’ sign where the town’s ‘Welcome to Chelsea’ sign had stood for years; the sign is scheduled to be replaced Friday.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Jay accepts bids to repair roads damaged in June 2023 rainstorm
The board also approved Thomas C. Goding Building Contractor to repair the sand and salt shed.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston Planning Board approves massive Continental Mill redevelopment
The project includes 377 market rate apartments, commercial spaces and restaurant space at the massive mill complex.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Maine Arts Commission names new executive director
Amy Hausmann, who starts in August, is a veteran arts administrator who currently oversees the Olana State Historic Site in Hudson, New York.