The scientific finding the White House is proposing revoking declared in 2009 that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases endanger public health and welfare.
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Volunteers step up at Lewiston shelter after manager has stroke
Staffing problem at St. Martin de Porres? No problem. The community has it covered.
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South Portland author’s novel is Reese’s Book Club pick
‘Spectacular Things’ by Beck Dorey-Stein is set in the fictional town of Victory, Maine, but features recognizable Portland-area landmarks like Becky’s Diner and the Casco Bay Bridge.
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Maine rejects Justice Department’s request for all voters’ personal info, list of election officials
Secretary of State Shenna Bellows responded to the request by telling the DOJ to ‘go jump in the Gulf of Maine.’
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Biddeford mayoral race about to heat up with councilor running to take mayor’s seat
Councilor Norman Belanger announced his bid for mayor, running against incumbent Martin Grohman in the November election.
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Biddeford voters brace for $47 million bond decision in November
The bond would support state-mandated sewer separation, as well as general funding and Parks and Recreation upgrades.
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20 states, including Maine, sue Trump administration over efforts to collect SNAP recipients’ data
The administration has demanded that states turn over personal data of recipients, which some fear could be used to carry out more deportations.
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Debate ensues after brown rabbit is run over in Gorham parking lot
Some are claiming it was an intentional act.
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MDOT commissioner will retire in August
Bruce Van Note was appointed to the position by Gov. Janet Mills in 2019.
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Lewiston company announces patent for 3D-printable tungsten powder
The patent from Elmet Technologies has applications in defense and aerospace industries.