Maine’s juvenile justice system defaults to privacy, but a South Portland case has frustrated prosecutors, who say the community has a right to know the threats.
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Proposal would extend program for low-income electricity customers struggling to pay bills
A law that helps customers catch up on past-due electric bills by forgoing a portion of the past amount is set to expire in September.
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Brunswick shelter awarded $16,000 in federal funding for housing
Tedford Housing was among a host of Maine organizations awarded a slice of $20.9 million through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to address homelessness.
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Brunswick police request $380,000 armored vehicle
Brunswick Police Department said its current Peacekeeper armored vehicle, built in 1989 and donated by the U.S. military, frequently breaks down and many repair parts aren’t available.
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Maine Republicans oppose background checks for private gun sales
The governor’s office said Republicans mischaracterized the background check proposal and incorrectly stoked fear that it would lead to a registry of firearm owners.
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Topsham nonprofit looking for host homes to take in unhoused youth
Topsham-based Housing Resources for Youth is looking for host homes in school districts RSU 1, SAD 75 and Brunswick to take in unhoused youths. Host homes are especially needed during the cold winter months. “Whether they’re sleeping in a shelter, on someone’s couch, in a car or under an overpass, these kids lack the necessities […]
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Curtis Memorial Library now scheduling tax appointments
Curtis Memorial Library is now scheduling appointments for tax filing assistance. Appointments will begin on Monday, Feb. 5, and will happen most Mondays and Fridays through April 12. To book an appointment, call the library at (207) 725-5242 and follow the greeting saying “press star to make a tax appointment.” Leave a message in the […]
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Why didn’t Sagadahoc deputies charge Lewiston gunman with terrorizing?
That question was a key moment in a hearing last week before the governor’s commission investigating the mass shooting. Police say that even though Robert Card had threatened to commit a mass shooting, it wasn’t enough to bring him into custody.
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Maine’s new CDC director is expanding public health workforce, access, mission
Six months into her tenure, Dr. Puthiery Va has brought on more public health nurses to improve access to disease prevention programs.