Three decades and counting, the festival’s original board of directors gathered recently to recall its challenging beginnings and reflect on the legacy of the Twin Cities’ biggest annual event.
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Ski glades coming to Bald Mountain in Oquossoc
The development will bring the first publicly maintained ski glades in the Rangeley region.
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ICE grew its Maine staff 44% over the past year
It is the first significant hiring growth in the state in at least a decade — and done without many typical avenues for recruitment.
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Lewiston’s use of Flock cameras leads to scrutiny of access, oversight
Police say they are an invaluable tool, but the acquisition and use of the technology has raised questions from city leaders and residents.
Posted inCommunity, Events, Life & Culture, News
The Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival is next week. Here’s what you need to know
From rising balloons to professional flag-flying skydivers to days full of entertainment, organizers say this year’s patriotic balloon festival will soar.
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Kennebunk police searching for missing man
Jacob Jackson was last seen around Summer Street in Kennebunk.
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Police searching for missing York County woman
The York County Sheriff’s Office is seeking help finding Shannon Seebek.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Is the Maine news on your social media feed AI-generated? How you can tell.
Stories written by humans at Maine news outlets are often scraped, re-written and repurposed by artificial intelligence for social media engagement, fraying the state’s online information ecosystem.
Posted inCommunity, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston residents appreciative as more police patrols target violence
Friday was the second day police stepped up their presence in the downtown neighborhoods. ‘We’re out here for them and making them feel safe as best as we can.’
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Maine insurance bureau approves nearly 15% average rate hike for ACA plans
The agency said rising healthcare costs are driving the increase.