The federal program for low-income children and families provides early education, health and nutrition services. Roughly 170 children in Maine are at risk that their program losing funding on Nov. 1
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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Is Maine’s drought making seasonal allergies worse?
During extended dry periods, pollen and mold spores picked up by the wind stay airborne longer and travel farther, experts say. But data is limited.
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Cumberland County Jail builds new medical wing with federal pandemic funds
The nearly $10 million project is an upgrade from the old medical wing, which didn’t have a dedicated dentist’s office or pharmacy.
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Augusta’s cancer center expansion brings care under one roof
It’s been two years since construction began to add holistic services and programs. The expansion is set to wrap up next year.
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Part of Riverside Trail closed indefinitely because of safety, maintenance concerns
Several homeless encampments had cropped up along the trail over the past year as city officials cracked down on public camping. That caused a roughly 1-mile stretch of the trail to fall into disrepair, the head of Portland Trails said.
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Model T Coffee in Portland Arts District has closed
The coffee shop had opened in the old Coffee by Design space in spring, 2024.
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Chesterville adopts General Assistance ordinance
The Chesterville Select Board approved the 2025-26 General Assistance ordinance after a public hearing Oct. 16.
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Efficiency upgrades promise payback for Maine homeowners
From insulation to heat pumps, contractors and officials say weatherization investments can return thousands in savings within just a few years.
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Two years after Maine passed a paid parent caregiver law, experts say it’s inaccessible
The law aims to pay family caregivers for taking care of severely disabled children.
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Chef David Turin to receive lifetime achievement award
HospitalityMaine will give the award to the longtime Greater Portland chef at its annual banquet.