At Morse High School in Bath, one of the 78 schools that participated in Tuesday’s mock election, students said they felt informed about the red flag referendum, less so about the voter ID proposal.
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Karmo Sanders, Maine’s ‘Marden’s Lady,’ dies at 74
A playwright, teacher and performer, she delighted audiences with her over-the-top yet relatable bargain-hunting character in TV ads for the Maine salvage chain.
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Falmouth lawns sprout signs on both sides of pesticide ordinance vote
The Nov. 4 referendum will determine whether changes that would strengthen the town’s rules on pesticides and fertilizers should be repealed or go back into effect.
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Maine joins 24 states suing Trump administration over expected lapse in SNAP benefits
The federal food assistance benefits are expected to be suspended starting Nov. 1 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
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Saco celebrates completion of new turnpike interchange
Officials say Exit 35 will help traffic enter I-95 more efficiently, ease congestion, and prevent weaving in and out of lanes.
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Biddeford, Saco food pantries already strained ahead of SNAP shutdown
With SNAP benefits not being issued in November, food pantries are already serving a higher number of clients.
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Gorham’s oldest resident reflects on how town has changed
‘We’ve lost the farms,’ said Mary Golden, 101, who has lived in Gorham for over 70 years.
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Biddeford residents air grievances about UNE pier proposal
Biddeford City Council listened as dozens of residents discussed their opinions on the controversial project.
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Saint Joseph’s College to award scholarships through TikTok challenge
The #MakeMercyReal Challenge encourages incoming students to act on Sister Catherine McAuley’s philosophy of mercy, in exchange for one of four full-ride scholarships.
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Chainsaw artist breathes new life into South Portland tree stump
Josh Landry, of North Anson, has been carving since he was 16. His work even caught the attention of Stephen King.