The commission indicated it likely won’t pursue any action against Nirav Shah, Hannah Pingree or Troy Jackson, but will look to issue guidance on the risks that come with ‘red boxing.’
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Last week’s free speech ruling in Augusta has statewide implications
A conservative activist known as Corn Pop won a legal victory in his First Amendment lawsuit over Augusta School Board’s comment policies. Here’s what it could mean for the hundreds of other school districts in Maine.
Is naloxone less effective when fentanyl is mixed with nonopioid drugs?
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says naloxone, often sold under the brand name Narcan, should still be given in any suspected overdose.
Pipe leak in Lewiston leaves some residents without water
Crews shut down water from Tractor Supply to Lisbon on Lisbon Road to repair a leaky water main.
Maine art museums overflow with summer exhibits
On tap are photography, paintings, sculpture and the Portland Museum of Art’s exhibit of Winslow Homer sketches.
Get your fill of Maine summer theater, classical music and dance
There are operas, musicals, plays, concerts and dance festivals from Berwick to Bangor and multiple venues in between.
Brick & Stone Tavern in Rumford adds new outdoor dining spot
After some growing pains, Co-owner Marc Hordon hopes his business will spur others to create outdoor spaces downtown.
In Lewiston, a dollar store dilemma becomes an exercise in decency | Column
Mark LaFlamme got the feeling that the man he saw at the Dollar Tree was there specifically for the things he needed to survive this one day. But was he?
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Members of Mu Chapter, Delta Kappa Gamma, want to thank all educators for their commitment to the young people with whom they work every day. For many years, the first week of May, “Teacher Appreciation Week” has been observed. However, as the school year draws to a close, we still have the time to […]
Who is building ADUs in Maine? Here’s a closer look at 3 examples
For retirees looking to downsize, adult children who can’t afford other options and homeowners who want to earn rental income, accessory dwelling units fill varied needs.