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Winter storm brings ‘everything but the kitchen sink’ to Maine on Monday
The storm brought icy rain and sleet throughout Maine, resulting in lowered speed limits, closures and car crashes across the state.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine receives $190 million from federal rural health fund
The funding would partially offset Medicaid cutbacks slated to begin in 2027.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Who gets a raise when Maine’s minimum wages go up Jan. 1?
Tens of thousands of Mainers, and thousands of Portland residents, can expect a pay bump when the new minimums kick in.
Posted inMaine, News
Auburn to ring in new year with singalongs and fireworks
The 7th annual New Year’s Auburn celebration Wednesday will be headlined by Toby McAllister and the Sierra Sounds.
Posted inMaine, News
Community raises thousands for Portland wharf workers who lost gear in fire
The Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association is raising funds for fishermen after a fire Friday destroyed parts of Custom House Wharf.
Posted inMaine, The Maine Forecast
Wood piles up in Gilead
A Route 2 homeowner is ready for whatever frigid weather comes this winter.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine State Police investigating death of 1-year-old in Milford
The toddler was found unresponsive Sunday morning.
Posted inCommunity, Local News, Maine, Rumford Falls Times
Dividing wall to be added to athletic area at new Mexico school
The athletic prep area will be blocked off until the dividing wall is in place, Superintendent Deb Alden said.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, News
How to stay active in rural Maine
From sidewalks and school tracks to trails, gyms and community 5Ks, residents in the Jay and Livermore Falls area show how simple, accessible movement fits naturally into daily life across Maine.