Mainers have more than $6 billion in student debt, exacerbated by predatory practices of the student loan industry.
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Mayors ask lawmakers to let cities and towns raise revenue with local sales taxes
Bills considered Wednesday would allow municipalities to increase the sales tax within their borders. Opponents say the new taxes would hurt businesses.
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Posted inLocal & State
New director hired for Portland’s largest homeless shelter
Sara Fleurant, who has held several positions with the city over the past 9 years, will replace Rob Parritt as director of the Oxford Street Shelter.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Students converge on 25th annual Jobs for Maine’s Graduates conference in Waterville
About 650 juniors and seniors from 65 high schools across the state attended the conference, held Tuesday at Thomas College.
Posted inLocal & State, Uncategorized
Woman struck by car in Paris
The unidentified victim was breathing but unconscious after being struck on Hebron Road Thursday night.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Lewiston student seeking asylum in Maine wins Poetry Out Loud competition
Joao Victor, a senior at Lewiston High School, won the State of Maine 2019 Poetry Out Loud Finals, held Monday at the Waterville Opera House.
Posted inMaine Commercial Real Estate
Maine Commercial Real Estate: December Transactions
Details on sales, leases, retail and industrial activity.
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On the Road Review: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
The stylish crossover enjoys well-earned popularity.
Posted inReal Estate, Real Estate Feature
Portland Home Given New Life, and a Greater Portland Landmarks Plaque
The Jesse & Isabel Alden House (c. 1820) has been beautifully restored.
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On the Road Review: Volvo XC60 T8 Plug-in Hybrid
With power and style in a high-tech package, ‘this is not your grandfather’s Volvo.’