Maine could lose $13.5 million in housing assistance funds, putting more than 1,200 currently in stable housing at risk, under new directives from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Maine Rep. Laurel Libby won’t seek office in 2026, forms federal and state PACs
The Auburn Republican, who was thought to be a leading candidate for governor, said she’ll launch a network of organizations to educate and mobilize conservatives in Maine, including turning out voters for US Sen. Susan Collins.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Aroostook County loses trans-friendly primary care
Health experts say Maine Family Planning’s clinics were northern Maine’s safest option for transgender patients.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Flu season may be worse this year, Maine experts warn
This year’s flu shot may not be an exact match for circulating strains, but public health experts say to get vaccinated anyway.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Rural Maine libraries fear loss of services if new standards are approved
A proposal would require libraries to expand hours and pay their directors to bring them into compliance and maintain certain services. Many small libraries with all-volunteer staffs say that’s impossible.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Maine restaurant owners blame staffing challenges on housing shortage
Business owners say they can’t afford to pay workers the high wages necessary to keep up with rising housing prices, and even when they can, there’s nowhere for employees to live.
Posted inMaine, News
Crash involving hair salon in Lewiston leaves 1 dead, several injured
Two vehicles collided on Lisbon Street as a result of an improper lane change, police said.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine
Where to buy Maine-made sweet treats for the holidays
Let Maine’s best bakers and confectioners take some stress out of the season for you.
Posted inFood, Maine
These Maine chefs are taking on a cooking challenge: Feeding a community in need
For chefs like Eric Bufo at Wayside Food Programs, using donated and rescued ingredients to provide restaurant-quality, seasonally driven meals is an everyday test.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
How Maine residents can get the most out of their heat pumps
Homeowners are using heat pumps to cut fossil fuel use. But proper use and weatherization are key to maximizing benefits, experts say.