Maine’s entire congressional delegation criticized the order, with Sen. Angus King declaring it ‘blatantly unconstitutional’ and Sen. Susan Collins saying the directive is ‘too sweeping.’
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Oxford Hills Middle School sets goals to reduce chronic absenteeism
Principal Torrey Poland told Maine School Administrative District 17 directors Monday that they are looking to reduce absenteeism to below 30% this year.
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Posted inMaine, News
Maine supreme court rules 2021 child sex abuse law is unconstitutional
The law allowed people to sue for decades-old claims of child sex abuse that were previously barred by the state’s statute of limitations.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser
Hollandstrong to hold last ice fishing derby Saturday, Feb. 1
The derby honors the memory of Michael Holland who was one of 33 crew members aboard the SS El Faro when it sank near Crooked Island, Bahamas, on Oct. 1, 2015, during Hurricane Joaquin.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Maine, Oxford Hills, Schools & Education
Paris-based school district needs more bus drivers
The school district will pay for new drivers to receive state training and licensing.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Man sentenced to 15 years for 2008 Portland homicide
Shane Hall pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of Frank Williams after prosecutors agreed to dismiss a murder charge.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine Senate narrowly confirms Heather Sanborn as public advocate
The former state lawmaker and brewery owner from Portland was praised by some lawmakers for a ‘sense of ethics’ but criticized for backing a solar and wind power program seen as increasingly costly to ratepayers.
Posted inNews, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Former chief supports reestablishing Mexico police department
James Theriault said he has identified five qualified people interested in serving the community, including himself.
Posted inNation / World, Politics
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans
The Trump administration plan plunged the U.S. government into panic and confusion and set the stage for a constitutional clash over control of taxpayer money.