Aging infrastructure and funding challenges have contributed to a growing problem the state has yet to effectively address.
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Posted inSchools and Education, Times Record
Freeport-area schools begin planning for new early childhood responsibilities
With thoughtful planning and broad community involvement, we can build an early childhood system that supports families, strengthens our schools and benefits students far beyond their first years.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News, Politics
Trump taps Maine judge to serve as state’s top federal prosecutor
District Court Judge Andrew Benson has been nominated to serve as Maine’s U.S. attorney. If confirmed, he would succeed Darcie McElwee, a Biden nominee whom Trump fired in February.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland City Council weighs future of land once slated for failed ‘Midtown’ project
The city bought back the 3 lots on Somerset Street from a developer in July. Councilors are exploring options for the future of the 3.25 acres, which have been empty for about 15 years.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Local & State, News
See Maine through the eyes of renowned photographer Gordon Parks
These images made in 1944 for Standard Oil have never been exhibited before and are on view at the Bowdoin College Museum of Art through Nov. 9.
Posted inFood, Health, Local & State, News
A longtime federal hunger survey is ending. Why that matters to Maine
The Trump administration’s decision to stop the Annual Household Food Security survey comes amid a funding cut to the food stamp program.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine joins lawsuit against Justice Department over funding for crime survivor programs
Maine, 20 other states and the District of Columbia are challenging a new restriction that would bar states from using federal programs designated for survivors of violent crimes to provide services for undocumented immigrants.
Posted inLocal & State, News
What to expect at Acadia National Park during the government shutdown
While long-term effects are unclear on Wednesday, Acadia National Park was only providing services deemed essential to the protection of the park and the safety of visitors.
Posted inHealth, News
Northern Light, Anthem agree to keep negotiating
Gov. Janet Mills said in a statement Wednesday that she got involved to help resolve the impasse.
Posted inLocal & State, Nation & World, News, Politics
Maine delegation points fingers over federal shutdown
Rep. Chellie Pingree was the only member of Maine’s congressional delegation to support Democrats’ demands in the government funding fight.