Critics say the city was intentionally misled by Calvary Chapel Greater Portland, which booked the gathering.
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4 takeaways from the Wabanaki-hosted gubernatorial debate
On the key issue of tribal sovereignty, the 3 independents and 5 Democrats who attended the Houlton event Thursday night were mostly in favor.
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Turner residents chip in on reward after dog dies from pellet wound
The damage from the pellet was so severe, the animal had to be euthanized.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Schools & Education
Maine’s school funding formula could be changed for first time in 20 years
Following a major amendment, the education committee pushes forward significant changes to the Essential Programs and Services formula that education leaders said are long overdue.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine may spare some scam victims from paying taxes on losses
A legislative committee unanimously voted to advance the proposal on Thursday.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Why Angus King and a Utah Republican are worried about a rural home program
The Maine senator and Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, are contacting Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to argue against recent changes to a rural home loan program.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, Religion & Values, The Franklin Journal
Lenten Expressions set for Sunday at Farmington church
More than 25 local artists, live music and family activities will be offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Old South First Congregational Church.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Kingfield Elementary team wins Kids Cup at WinterKids event
Kingfield Elementary students won the Kids Cup at the WinterKids Downhill 24 ski fundraiser at Sugarloaf.
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Collins says $200B request to fund war in Iran is ‘higher than I would have guessed’
The reported request has not yet been submitted to Congress, and Collins said details are still unknown.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
As hospitalizations rise, Maine extends vaccination for RSV
Respiratory syncytial virus, the leading cause of infant hospitalization in the country, is peaking later and lasting longer than usual this year.