At least one of the changes is designed to allow employers to opt out of the program sooner if they offer a private leave benefit.
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Posted inFranklin, News
Photos: Students, staff return for classes in New Sharon
The first day back to school went smoothly Wednesday.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Brief power outage dealt with on Lewiston’s first day of school
Loose branch across the powerlines cut off electricity to Robert V. Connors Elementary School, Lewiston High School and Lewiston Regional Technical Center for about an hour Wednesday morning.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Stolen truck takes down wires in Auburn, blocks Center Street traffic for hours
A 32-year-old transient was driving the utility truck police said was stolen in Livermore Falls.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
One year in, Maine Black Chamber of Commerce shows it means business
Despite an unexpected shoestring budget, Maine’s first Black chamber finished its first year with a solid list of accomplishments and a fresh set of goals for the year ahead.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston man kept in jail after another drug arrest
A federal judge said Matthew Mennealy poses a danger to the community for actions stemming from his drug abuse problem.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
New women’s group donates thousands to Store Next Door in Lewiston
The $5,700 gift will provide school supplies, winter coats and food for students.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
RFK Jr. withdraws from Maine ballot after suspending presidential campaign
Kennedy’s campaign said he would remain on ballots in most states but would withdraw in battlegrounds where he felt his presence would be a spoiler.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Brunswick aerospace company’s rocket engine test delayed
The eventual test of the biofuel-powered MAREVL engine will be the latest in a series of horizontal tests to optimize flight grade performance.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education
Teachers welcome a new school year in Lewiston, Auburn
Wednesday is the first day of school for many in the Twin Cities. Just like their students, teachers wait for the first school bell to ring too.