Harvard professor Noah Feldman also addressed the audience during the event at the University of Southern Maine Tuesday night.
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Fork in the Road pizzeria opens in downtown Portland
The shop replaces longtime One City Center tenant Tic Taco.
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Portland, rail authority, MaineHealth at odds over potential new Amtrak station location
Stakeholders have advocated for building a new Downeaster station on St. John Street, near Northern Light Mercy Hospital. But city leaders prefer a spot farther north, close to Maine Medical Center employee parking.
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Maine Christmas tree harvest expected to be strong, despite lengthy drought
Newly planted trees are more susceptible to the monthslong dry spell, causing an increase in mortality rates for saplings. But farmers say the older trees that will be for sale this holiday season are doing well.
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Poland Spring cuts water use at several sites due to drought
The company has reduced the amount of water it pumps from its Maine springs, officials said.
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Candidates for Biddeford mayor take the stage in debate
The three candidates discussed issues like homelessness, affordability, and sustainability on Friday night.
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Biddeford studying possible fire substation on UNE campus
A second substation could improve response times in the Biddeford Pool area.
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Susan Collins’ campaign responds to Janet Mills entering U.S. Senate race
Maine Beer Co.’s Dan Kleban drops out of the Democratic primary, and national forecasters are now calling the U.S. Senate race a toss-up with the entrance of Maine’s 2-term Democratic governor.
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Naples celebrates second annual Rocktoberfest
The event included a performance from American Idol star Julia Gagnon and an equestrian center putting on a show after a devastating fire.
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Former workers say they reported abuse, neglect at Waterville nursing home
Mount Joseph, now facing a lawsuit over the 2021 death of a resident, has been investigated by the state over complaints of inadequate staffing and alleged abuse.