Classics, comedies and festival offerings are among the movies you can see on big screens this month.
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Can an ancient practice answer life’s questions? This Mainer says so. | Column
Sandi Isgro, of Stratton, is president of the American Society of Dowsers and recently taught a beginner class on the controversial method for finding water, among other things.
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Repeal of federal English learners guidance could signal bigger changes for Maine students
Federal and state laws still require schools to serve students who are learning English, but Maine educators worry the change could be a sign of future impacts on funding or obligations to multilingual students.
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This year’s CMCA biennial spans 97 works by 29 artists with ties to Maine
The show at the Center for Maine Contemporary Art in Rockland features artists who range from emerging to experienced.
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Back Cove Festival contract stalls after Portland councilors, residents raise concerns
A City Council committee postponed a vote on advancing a 3-year contract to continue the Payson Park festival. Organizers say any further delays could make a 2026 edition of the event unlikely, since musicians are already planning their tour schedules.
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Gorham developer beefs up Robie Street housing plans
KV Enterprises wants to build 5ll total units in the Gorham Village project.
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Here’s what candidates for governor have to say about health care in Maine
Ten of the 17 candidates registered with the state weighed in on their future plans, Trump administration cuts and investment priorities during a forum hosted by Health Care for Maine on Tuesday.
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Standish widow scammed out of more than $14,000
Dalinda Carpenter, a widow living on Social Security, said that a man had convinced her that her savings account had been hacked.
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Microtransit pilot program launched between Standish and Gorham
The Regional Transportation Program seeks to provide an alternative to public transportation in communities where it would be unsustainable.