The newly signed law adds caps on federal graduate student loans, expands Pell grants to cover workforce training and changes the college endowment tax, potentially giving millions in relief to small Maine colleges.
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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Federal workers in Maine face uncertainty following court ruling allowing for mass layoffs
It’s unclear how federal workers in Maine might be impacted, but the ruling allowing the Trump administration to move forward with plans for staff reductions has prompted concerns.
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Posted inLocal & State, Times Record
Brunswick is looking for an artist to create a sculpture with pieces of Frank J. Wood Bridge
Submissions are now open for a public art piece in Brunswick created using parts of the Frank J. Wood Bridge, which is slated for demolition.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Outdoors
Maine officials urge caution, training after recent slew of water emergencies
A decline in swimming education, a lack of lifeguards and water temperatures that are often icy cold even when it’s hot out are all risk factors that swimmers and boaters should consider.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine Trust for Local News hires 3 to bolster innovation, community engagement
Leaders of the nonprofit that owns most of Maine’s daily newspapers said the hires will build on efforts to modernize the state’s news landscape.
Posted inLocal & State, Uncategorized
Planned Parenthood in Maine seeking more state funding to offset budget cuts
The Republican budget bill targets federal funding for non-abortion services at Planned Parenthood.
Posted inFood, Local & State, News
5 things you need to know about Moxie, America’s oldest soda
America had Moxie. Then it got moxie.
Posted inDo This, Local & State, News
Lisbon’s Moxie festival this weekend to feature national chugger, luau theme
Chugger ‘Badlands’ Booker, a giant parade, music, fireworks and food are a few sips of the 3-day Moxie-fueled fun planned, organizers say.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
7 Chinese nationals indicted over alleged ties to illegal weed grows, human trafficking
Six men were arrested and one remains wanted after a federal investigation into a ring of Chinese-run cannabis grow houses across Maine and Massachusetts.
Posted inLocal & State
Kennebunkport ranked one of the safest summer towns in U.S.
The town’s law enforcement presence and welcoming community help make the town safe for tourists.