Following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, Mainers give their take on whether Americans can bridge the political divide.
Dana Richie
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Schools and Education
In Portland, multilingual driving schools help new Mainers get behind the wheel
In a rural state like Maine, not having a driver’s license can make it difficult to get to a job or school, or even to the grocery store.
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Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Brunswick anti-hunger agency to share $7.4 million federal grant with local groups
The money will be invested in 7 projects aimed at getting more local ingredients in Maine’s school lunches and improving food system practices.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Contra dance enthusiasts bring new energy to traditional form
In the years since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down all dances, the state scene has been experiencing a renaissance.
Posted inLocal & State
Oppressive heat has Mainers seeking shelter from the swelter
As temperatures climbed into the 90s across the state, and humidity made it feel even hotter, some Portland residents sheltered in cooling centers while others flocked to pools and beaches.
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This Portland print shop has pride in purpose
June is Little Chair Printing’s busiest month – because of all the T-shirts owner Hope Rovelto prints for the growing number of Pride celebrations across Maine.
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Facing the devastation of its ash trees, Portland aims to diversify tree species
The emerald ash borer is likely to kill 500 of the city’s 600 ash trees in 5 years. While the city is working to cut them down to stop the spread, it is planting a variety of new trees to prevent another mass wipeout.