Proponents say a court case in Alaska casts doubt on a Maine Law Court advisory opinion that the voting method violates the Maine Constitution.
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Maine lawmakers pass bill limiting police interaction with federal immigration authorities
LD 1971 was approved by narrow margins in both chambers and is headed to Gov. Janet Mills for her consideration.
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Maine sues federal agency for pulling $9 million grant for salt marsh restoration projects
The state claims NOAA rescinded the funding in an effort to punish Maine for not complying with President Trump’s order to ban transgender athletes from women’s sports.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State
Man charged with murder in Biddeford shooting pleads not guilty
Garret Labonte, 45, was charged with murder, felony murder and robbery in connection with the death of 46-year-old Gene Dares.
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Maine to receive $26 million as part of Purdue Pharma opioid lawsuit settlement
Forty-nine states and 6 U.S. territories are set to receive $7.4 billion over the next 15 years.
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Falmouth’s second Community Fest aims to connect more residents
The all-day event on June 28 is meant to strengthen the social fabric of the town, said an organizer. This year, they hope to attract more locals to the community celebration.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Portland school district approves 1st contract with adult education employees’ union
The district’s board also OKs a 3-year contract extension with its teacher union.
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Q&A: What are my rights at the border?
Can Border Patrol agents search your phone? Can you be detained and questioned? Many Maine travelers are asking how to prepare for international travel amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
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Lewiston shelter effort at risk of losing $2.5 million in state funding
The lack of a location for the shelter and a shortage of operating funds has put critical financing from MaineHousing in jeopardy.
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State launches independent investigation into death of Maine’s 1st public safety comfort dog
Baxter, a 3-year-old chocolate Labrador, died when he was left inside a state vehicle that ‘unexpectedly’ stopped running, leaving the vehicle without air conditioning.