Donald Trump has nominated Joshua Dunlap, a Scarborough resident who grew up in Vassalboro, to serve on the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston.
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Severe storm pushes through southern, central Maine on Thursday afternoon
Areas of the state faced severe thunderstorms, with damaging winds and lightning.
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Posted inFood, Local & State
Smoothie bar brings healthy treats to Cumberland
The Daily Bar offers a variety of smoothies, shakes, coffee and more on Main Street.
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Kennebunk’s Brick Store Museum plans a summer of creativity and discovery
Season features hands-on programs, local art, and history.
Posted inFact Brief, Local & State, News
Are many lupine plants in Maine considered invasive species? | Fact brief
The plants are known for their tall spikes of bright purple, pink or white flowers.
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Kennebunkport firefighter and classmates train through rugged conditions | County Report
Snow, and later driving rain on every Saturday training day for weeks, and, of course, mud. Training is grueling in such conditions, but fires and related incidents happen and must be fought in all conditions and the students plugged through it. They trained on Mother’s Day, undertaking vehicle extractions. They learned how to crawl through […]
Posted inHealth, Local & State
How Maine’s tobacco tax increase will impact public health, economy
While smokers argue they are being targeted, public health advocates are cheering ‘a significant victory.’
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Maine delegation votes ‘no’ as House gives final approval to Trump’s big tax bill
The tight roll call, 218-214, came at a potentially high political cost, with two Republicans joining all Democrats opposed.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State
Outdoor sculptures are emerging all over Maine
New exhibitions are popping up across the state, including ‘One Less Traveled’ in Cumberland.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Local & State
A July 4 party near a Maine horse farm ignited a fireworks fight
Residents of Shapleigh in York County approved an ordinance in March to prohibit fireworks within a mile of livestock, but a new petition drive has been launched to repeal it.