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Hallowell’s Pride Day carries on despite cold and rain

by Jessica Lowell June 2, 2023June 4, 2023

The annual event in Hallowell drew people from across the region to its festival, parade and live music to celebrate the annual commemoration of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender pride.

Nation & World, News, Politics, Times Record

Just days to spare, Senate gives final approval to debt ceiling deal, sending it to Biden

by By LISA MASCARO, KEVIN FREKING, STEPHEN GROVES, FARNOUSH AMIRI and MARY CLARE JALONICK The Associated Press June 2, 2023June 2, 2023

Fending off a U.S. default, the Senate has given final approval to a debt ceiling and budget cuts package.

Business, Local & State, News

At $10 million, one of the priciest homes in Maine history goes to former SEC chair

by Hannah LaClaire June 2, 2023June 2, 2023

Richard Breeden, known as ‘King Richard’ at the Securities and Exchange Commission, bought the Knox County estate in the most expensive home sale so far this year and the 6th-highest ever in Maine.

Local & State

Campaign signs spark debate, and some confusion, over rent control referendum

by Rachel Ohm June 2, 2023June 1, 2023

The creator of the signs said they’re a satirical approach to opposing Question A, but some landlords and residents say they’re misleading.

Local & State, Politics

Paid family leave bill advances after committee endorses compromises

by Eric Russell June 1, 2023June 1, 2023

Democrats were united in support, while Republicans opposed the proposal as too much of a burden on businesses.

Local & State, Schools and Education

Former Chewonki school families to open new independent school in Bath

by Gillian Graham June 1, 2023June 1, 2023

The Brightfield School will offer place-based education for students in first through eighth grades starting in September, replacing the Chewonki Elementary and Middle School after it closes in June.