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Maine among 15 states to sue the Trump administration over changes to childhood vaccine recommendations

by Sophie Austin Associated Press February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

The lawsuit argues that the CDC’s move to stop recommending all children get immunized has put their lives at risk.

Between 1 and 3 inches of snow is expected in parts of Androscoggin, Cumberland, Oxford and York counties, according to a special weather statement.

A building that serves the high school and middle school was evacuated and closed Tuesday, but was searched and determined to be safe, police say.

A new bill would require hospitals to formally prepare for the increasing number of cyberattacks, which can delay care and put patient data at risk.

Advocates say the measure would improve health care affordability. Hospital executives say it could lead to closures and service losses.

Voters cited local concerns and national politics as motivators for getting to the polls Tuesday for a House District 94 special election.

National suppliers are rationing or cutting off commercial plow operators to make sure they can fulfill government contracts.

Marie Van Nostrand has been at a Portland hospital since she was hit Feb. 5 while walking on Pleasant Street.

Security upgrades to the Agnes Gray School are on the warrant, too.

by Staff Report February 24, 2026February 24, 2026

Highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.