The 67-32 tally to begin formal consideration showed the high interest among senators in the package, but it’s unclear if enough Republicans will eventually join Democrats to support final passage.
2021
Victoria Foley announces run for mayor of Biddeford
She previously served on the the Biddeford City Council and in the Maine Legislature.
Aaron Watson settles into role as new Brunswick High School athletic director
Watson, who has ties to the Midcoast, shares his vision for the athletic department as he starts to form new relationships.
Olympics roundup: Croatian Sinkovic brothers take gold in rowing men’s pair
Martin and Valent Sinkovic are the first men to win Olympic gold in both double sculls and the sweep pairs.
Sports Digest: Sea Dogs lose a doubleheader to New Hampshire
The Fisher Cats allow three runs in the two games, winning 6-1 and 3-2.
New England Forest Rally returns to western Maine this weekend
Approximately 90 cars will navigate the treacherous corners of logging roads near Sunday River during the 30th annual auto race.
NFL notebook: Lamar Jackson positive for COVID-19, misses Ravens first practice
Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson, who missed one game last season when he also tested positive, is unable to participate as the Ravens open training camp.
Hannaford launches grocery delivery throughout Greater Portland
The service is available for nearly all ZIP Codes from Lewiston to York, the supermarket chain said. Deliveries cost $10 and take four hours or more.
Saco approves new housing on Saco Island
After previous projects fell through, a new developer plans to build 24 three-bedroom townhouses on the undeveloped side of Saco Island.
Court rejects request for new trial for ‘Making a Murderer’ subject
Steven Avery is serving a life sentence for the 2005 killing of photographer Teresa Halbach, a case that became the focus of the popular Netflix series