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Federal appeals court sides with Cape Elizabeth High School student in free speech case
The decision by the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals means Aela Mansmann will not be required to serve a 3-day school suspension while her case proceeds in a lower court.
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Ballot delivery not an ‘acute’ concern for Maine’s top election official
Mainers broke records in the July primary when they cast more than 200,000 votes by absentee ballot, and Secretary of State Matthew Dunlap thinks that number will triple for November.
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Local & State 48 mins ago
BIW, union reach tentative deal to end strike in Maine
A union representing striking production workers says a tentative agreement was reached with Navy shipbuilder Bath Iron Works to end a strike that stretched for more than a month during a global pandemic.
Grappling with the coronavirus
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Local & State
Maine CDC reports 12 new cases of coronavirus, one additional death
The overall prevalence of COVID-19 has remained low enough in Maine to allow some schools to reopen for in-person instruction.
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Nation & World
The Latest: Virus relief talks collapse as Trump readies executive orders
Prospects for a deal fade as the economic recovery shows signs of losing steam, millions of Americans remain unemployed and deaths climb.
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Business
Maine leaders urge Congress to end gridlock on relief package
Maine progressive leaders and Democratic lawmakers held a virtual news conference Friday to stress the need for another infusion of federal funds.
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Are you suddenly out of work? How is your child’s remote education going? Are you struggling with isolation? Has getting a home repair become a challenge? Are you having trouble buying essentials? We want to hear how Mainers are coping. Email us at [email protected]. Please include your name, town and phone number so a reporter can contact you.
Business
Judge dismisses lawsuit against Mills by Sunday River Brewing and other businesses
The lawsuit challenged the constitutionality of Gov. Janet Mills' restrictions on their businesses during the pandemic.
Business
Enforcement of Maine’s strict online privacy law begins without clear strategy
The state's attorney general said most internet service providers affirm they are complying, but a group of large providers is fighting the law in court.
Health care
Maine hospitals’ COVID-19 patient counts remain low for another week
Well into the summer tourist season, the numbers of inpatients with the disease remain near the all-time low.
Local & State
Homeless encampment at Portland City Hall shrinks, and cleanup begins
A few dozen campers remained on City Hall Plaza a day after organizers said they would wind down the protest encampment, but the crowd was shrinking.
Politics
How Sen. Collins was lobbied to write the PPP exception that benefited hotel chains
The lobbyist who pushed for the change is a former longtime aide to the Maine senator.
Maine Voices
Portland Public Library committed to welcoming you back safely
We’re offering a popular no-contact pickup service, we’re seeking submissions for a COVID archive and we’ll soon eliminate overdue fines.
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Sports Posted: 1:27 PM
MLS to resume regular season following Florida tournament
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Nation & World Posted: 1:21 PM
The Latest: Virus relief talks collapse as Trump readies executive orders
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Local & State Posted: 1:21 PM
Crown Jewel restaurant will close for the season
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Sports Posted: 1:17 PM
Mid-American Conference cancels fall football due to virus
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Local & State Posted: 1:04 PM
Maine CDC reports 12 new cases of coronavirus, one additional death
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Local & State Posted: 12:38 PM
BIW, union reach tentative deal to end strike in Maine
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Local & State Posted: 11:00 AM
Group recommends charter commission appointees
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Tom Allen: Congress must act to keep students connected
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Column polishes image of striking BIW unions
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
California town models better way to win elections
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Letters Posted: 4:00 AM
Protect, fund Medicaid so all Mainers can access care
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Commentary: By increasing federal support for Medicaid, Senate can save hospitals, lives
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Health care
Bar Harbor hospital says at least 35 potential COVID-19 spreaders from other states have been in area
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Local & State
Outages exceed 91,000 as tropical storm blows through Maine
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Nation & World
USDA tested those mysterious seeds from China. Guess what it found?
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Schools and Education
Federal appeals court sides with Cape Elizabeth High School student in free speech case
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Local & State
Another COVID-19 cluster reported among Maine blueberry workers
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Schools and Education
Portland school board confronts ‘impossible situation’ for reopening this fall
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Business
Judge dismisses lawsuit against Mills by Sunday River Brewing and other businesses
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Local & State
Maine Marine Patrol looks into possible shark sighting off Higgins Beach
August 4 -
Local & State
Portland city manager calls for cutting 65 positions to avoid tax hike
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Local & State
Maine reports 25 new cases of COVID-19, one additional death
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Local & State
Portland officials try to help City Hall campers get shelter as storm bears down
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Business
Gulf of Maine lobster loses key sustainability label
August 4
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Nation & World
Harleys everywhere, masks nowhere: South Dakota rally draws thousands
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Nation & World
Brent Scowcroft, national security adviser to 2 presidents and part-time Mainer, dies at 95
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Local & State
Crown Jewel restaurant will close for the season
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Politics
Press Herald teams with Bangor Daily News, News Center to host U.S. Senate debate
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Times Record
Two foxes attack Woolwich man
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Bicentennial
On this date in Maine history: Aug. 8
TODAY'S LETTERS
CORONAVIRUS RESOURCES
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Local & State
By the numbers: A look at COVID-19 cases and deaths in Maine and around the world
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Local & State
What you need to know about reopening rules and protecting yourself
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Local & State
Coronavirus outbreak: Where to turn for help
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Arts & Entertainment
Maine Street: Stroll our virtual downtown for things to do from home
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Local & State
Maine Acts of Kindness: Read about charitable efforts during the pandemic
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Local & State
The Virus Diaries: Read Mainers’ stories of how the pandemic is affecting them
MorE NEws
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Politics
Gideon unveils climate policies in her bid for U.S. Senate
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Nation & World
Postal Service overhauls leadership as Democrats press for investigation of mail delays
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Schools and Education
Maine teachers unions worry about safety as school plans progress
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Arts & Entertainment
Creative Portland installs art in city bus shelters
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Nation & World
Cuomo clears New York schools statewide to open, carefully
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Nation & World
Massachusetts revisits reopening, cracks down on large gatherings
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Nation & World
Ohio governor’s COVID-19 results show tests’ imperfections
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Nation & World
Portland, Ore., protesters cause mayhem again; police officer injured
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Times Record
Freeport-area school board meeting ‘Zoom-bombed’ with inappropriate and offensive images
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