Sen. Craig Hickman, an organic farmer, says the state ‘must act quickly’ to cover the anticipated loss of federal food assistance for 170,000 Mainers.
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How Hallowell’s clerk got Warren Zevon into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Lisa Gilliam has been a fan for decades, and her social media efforts helped propel the late singer and songwriter into musical immortality.
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Extreme drought expands in southern Maine, despite recent rain
The National Weather Service says the state needs at least another foot of rain before the ground freezes to overcome drought conditions.
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Topsham high school briefly shelters in place following bomb threat
The shelter-in-place protocol was quickly lifted after the school was determined to be safe.
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York Hospital, MaineHealth in merger talks
The merger, if approved, would take about a year to complete.
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A new stamp honors Maine writer Sarah Orne Jewett
The South Berwick native is best known for her 1896 novel ‘The Country of the Pointed Firs.’
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Investigators say Sanford mill fire was arson
The fire at the vacant mill at Heritage Crossing happened Monday morning.
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Breast milk dispensary opens in South Portland
MaineHealth Pediatrics now offers human milk for infants who need help through the early stages.
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New Gloucester approves reopening athletic center
Donations from Planson International would allow for renovations of the former Pineland Farms Outdoor and Fitness Center.
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Harpswell harbormaster resigns to take Portland post
Paul Plummer’s final day in the Harpswell position is Nov. 7. Town staff have recommended Deputy Harbormaster Darcie Couture as interim harbormaster and marine resources administrator.