The Graham Center displays the Norton House Murals created by Rufus Porter’s nephew Jonathan Poor, among other works from Porter’s life.
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Gorham Notes: Sergeant receives Pat Moody Traffic Safety and Community Service Award
Gorham Police Department’s Ted Hatch is the first officer to receive the award.
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Maine’s hospitals say they’re under threat by proposed Medicaid cuts
Sen. Susan Collins, a key vote, has not indicated whether she will vote in favor of President Trump’s budget bill.
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Portland voters may soon determine fate of huge coal pile along waterfront
A petition that looks likely to land on the November ballot would seek to cover and eventually remove the 45,000-ton heap, which has concerned some neighbors for years.
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Late Scarborough paramedic honored for decades of service
State legislators honor Lt. Shannon Haley with a legislative sentiment.
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Where in Maine are you most likely to get a dangerous tick bite?
For the last 6 years, the answer has been Hancock, Knox, Lincoln and Waldo counties, according to researchers at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s tick lab.
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Extreme heat hits Maine: Where to go and what to do as temperatures soar
Maine is facing temperatures in the 90s, with the heat index exceeding 100, leading to warnings from experts and the opening of cooling centers.
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‘Dino Trolley’ is first up on Kennebunkport museum’s summer events list
Seashore Trolley Museum offers numerous events throughout its operating season.
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Westbrook Notes: Sweltering? Cool off at the library
Cool off at Walker Library Want to cool off as temperatures soar? Book it over to Walker Memorial Library, 800 Main St. The library is air conditioned and available as a cooling center. You can refill your water bottle, create a craft or relax reading. The library is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]
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Portland firefighters investigate gas leak at Boda, area now safe
A section of Congress Street was closed between High and State Streets while firefighters responded.