A national advocacy group says federal limits for three carcinogens found in tap water from public systems in Maine and across the U.S. are too low. Water districts say it’s not fair to expect ratepayers to fund improvements to meet its lower recommended levels.
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Man exposes himself near Portland students on recess, middle school says
The incident took place at the Deering Oaks park playground on Friday, the principal of King Middle School wrote in a letter to families.
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A Naples equestrian center lost a 225-year-old barn in a fire. Within hours, the community had rallied around it.
The Meadowbrook Equestrian Center has received an outpouring of support since losing its centuries-old barn in a blaze Thursday, including a fundraiser that drew over $13,000 in donations in less than 24 hours.
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Maine’s border towns feel decline in Canadian visitors: ‘Half our community is gone’
Border crossings were down nearly 30% in August compared to last year. In spots like Calais and Houlton, the difference is palpable.
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Meet the new executive director of the Portland Symphony Orchestra
Derek Beckvold has worked around the world and is currently the managing director of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Maine seafood processors buy last US sardine factory to launch new business
The team at Bold Coast Seafood want to expand Maine’s seafood processing capacity, bring jobs to Prospect Harbor and create opportunities for research initiatives.
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Susan Collins blasts Democrats for ‘poison pills’ that may cause a shutdown
Rep. Jared Golden was the only House Democrat to support a continuing resolution drafted by Republicans to fund the federal government for another month to allow annual spending bills to be finalized.
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Bowdoin College Conservatives host ‘October 7,’ a play spotlighting stories of Hamas attack survivors
The stage reading Thursday night at Pickard Theater came just a few days after the student group postponed a vigil for slain right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk because of reported threats.
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Beating of handcuffed man casts doubt on Maine State Police’s perfect record of clearing officers
The agency has reviewed nearly 3 dozen complaints about use of force in the past decade. None were found to be excessive.
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South Portland tank farms expected to be sold. What could happen next?
City officials haven’t confirmed Portland Pipe Line Corp.’s plans to sell, but they’re preparing for the possible removal of massive tanks that have been a fixture in the city.