Organizers say they expect even larger crowds than those that gathered in June to protest the Trump administration’s actions. In Maine, rallies are planned for Portland, Lewiston-Auburn, Augusta and dozens of other communities.
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Posted inFood, Maine, News
Maine food pantries weathering funding cuts with help from retailers
Food donations from supermarkets, local food businesses and wholesalers make up about half the food that’s distributed at most Maine food pantries.
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Posted inHealth, Maine
How older Mainers decide when to downsize, stop driving or ask for help
There are ways to prepare for the difficult decisions people may need to make as they get older and become unable to live as independently as they once did.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
5 things to think about as you age in Maine
Here’s some advice and resources on housing, wills, health care directives, driving and volunteer services.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Layoffs loom for 2,500 Maine state workers who are federally funded
The layoffs would be done according to seniority, so federally funded employees could bump less senior workers whose jobs are state funded.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Mexico man sentenced to 35 years for killing stepson in 2022
Jessica Kelley told the judge her son was the only one she could always count on to help her. ‘I miss my son every day, and I cry many nights.’
Posted inElections, Maine, New England, News, Politics
Graham Platner’s political director resigns over candidate’s social media posts
Genevieve McDonald made the announcement in a letter Friday as the Democratic Senate hopeful comes under intense scrutiny for the since-deleted posts.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine public defense agency announces new director
Frayla Tarpinian is being promoted after leading the state’s first brick-and-mortar public defense office in Augusta for 2 years.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
LeAnn Rimes sings about ‘Portland, Maine’ in new duet
The song was also released in 2014 by Tim McGraw and drew some local ire for the lyric ‘I don’t know where that is. And I don’t want to know.’
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Capitol police chief, accused of assaulting Hallowell officer, resigns
Matthew Clancy, who is facing a criminal charge of assault, resigned Oct. 8.