The remnants of storm Chantal, which wreaked havoc in North Carolina, are headed north, but forecasters say they will likely have limited, if any, impact on Maine.
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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Modivcare clients raise concerns as fight continues over MaineCare transportation contract
Maine has delayed awarding Modivcare the entire state for another year as an appeal goes to the Supreme Judicial Court.
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Overcrowded Franklin County Animal Shelter won’t take surrendered dogs
‘We are actually in the process of expanding our facility to accommodate the amount of animals we are presented with,’ a shelter representative said.
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Great Bridgton Duck Race raises funds for Rotary Club causes
The 26th annual duck race, and a pasta dinner, assist charitable endeavors.
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18-year-old from Deer Isle drowns in Sedgwick pond
The Hancock County Sheriff’s Department said another swimmer at Walker Pond was able to reach shore safely Saturday, but Shawn Clapper was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Trump to put 25% tariffs on Japanese goods, impacting nearly $65M in imports to Maine
The new rates for Japan, which has been one of the state’s top trade partners for years, and South Korea are scheduled to take effect on Aug. 1.
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Does tick season in Maine end during the summer? | Fact brief
The blood-sucking arachnids’ activity peaks at multiple times throughout the year, depending on species and life stage.
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Windham’s new town manager prepared for the challenges ahead
Robert Burns and his predecessor, Barry Tibbetts, reflect on the progress the town has made.
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New turnpike director outlines goals for Maine’s ‘economic backbone’
Andre Briere, executive director of the Maine Turnpike Authority, said he’s committed to bolstering trust, transparency, efficiency — and service plaza food options.
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Fireworks malfunction at Sunday River injures 3
Members of a pyrotechnic crew were hospitalized Saturday night after a firework shell and mortar tube failed, according to the Maine fire marshal’s office.