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Senate advances bill to partially decriminalize prostitution

Gov. Janet Mills has yet to announce a stance on the bill that would eliminate the crime of engaging in prostitution but maintain penalties for those who solicit sex workers.

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Mills announces plan to add 140 treatment beds to combat ongoing opioid crisis

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Portland nursing home sees surge in COVID-19 cases

Sixty-six cases of COVID-19 have been reported since May 14 among staff and residents at St. Joseph's Rehabilitation and Residence.

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Service dog training organization sues Maine Mall, claiming discrimination

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Deering High School seniors honor diversity and perseverance at graduation

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3 states, including Maine, remove all time limits on child sex abuse lawsuits
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Frightening if sanctity of life is no longer the standard
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Service dog training organization sues Maine Mall, claiming discrimination
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Mills announces plan to add 140 treatment beds to combat ongoing opioid crisis

The $6 million investment is the latest effort to reverse an epidemic that claimed a record 716 lives just last year.

Barely a bear: Wall Street exits down market after running 20% higher

While it seemed scary and interminable, the bear market that Wall Street just exited turned out to be meeker than most.

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Stanley Cup: Panthers rally for 3-2 overtime win, cut series deficit to 2-1

Matthew Tkachuk ties it late in regulation, and Carter Verhaeghe scores the winning goal as Florida improves to 7-0 in overtime games during this year's playoffs.

Boys’ lacrosse: Yarmouth withstands Marshwood’s challenge

The Clippers, seeking a fourth straight trip to the Class B state championship game, advance to the semifinals with a 13-12 win.

Commentary: In Maine and nationwide, allyship during Pride Month has to be a serious business

When LGBTQ youth live in communities that do not stigmatize their sexual orientation or gender identity, these young people not only survive but also thrive.