Republicans cast the still-evolving measure as an economy killer that would raise taxes, cost jobs, worsen the federal debt and make people increasingly reliant on government.
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Posted inMaine, News
Maine could see as many as 100 Afghan refugees by spring
Afghan citizens are being relocated to Maine after being evacuated from their home country following the Taliban takeover last month.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Los Angeles to require vaccine for all students 12 and older
Board of education members overwhelmingly supported the plan, calling it a sound public health measure and a critical step to keep classrooms open for in-person learning.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Football: Kennebunk runs away from Biddeford, 41-13
Senior back David York rushes for 291 yards as Kennebunk regroups from an opening game loss by beating Biddeford.
Posted inNation & World
Report: Third of women in Air Force face sexual harassment
The review, done by the Air Force inspector general, also concluded that minorities and women are underrepresented in leadership and officer positions.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Volleyball
Pandemic doesn’t slow growth of high school volleyball in Maine
Several schools have seen large turnouts with huge freshmen classes this fall, and new programs continue to pop up around the state.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Volleyball
Volleyball: Teams to watch in southern Maine
Veterans of the state finals are expected to be tough to beat again this fall.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Volleyball
Volleyball: Players to watch in southern Maine
The players expected to make an impact include a sophomore, two juniors and a new arrival from Texas.
Posted inSports
NFL notebook: Steelers’ Watt reportedly agrees to richest contract for defensive player
According to an NFL Network report, Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt is getting a four-year extension worth $112 million.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Developer plans apartments in Portland building where college considered dorms
The Maine College of Art & Design dropped plans for a dorm on Forest Avenue after the city decided to move its social services and public health offices, including its health clinic, next door.