George W. Bush, asked to describe the state of the party, said, ‘I would describe it as isolationist, protectionist and, to a certain extent, nativist.’
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ecomaine announces finalists for 2021 Upcycle Challenge
April 22 is the last day to vote.
Maine: Senators want PPP improvements; 1M shots administered
Maine’s U.S. senators want the Paycheck Protection Program to provide more help to seasonal small businesses. Republican Sen. Susan Collins and independent Sen. Angus King said Monday they are proposing a law change because some small seasonal businesses were unable to take full advantage of the program. The senators said their proposal “modifies a provision […]
Saco City Council signs Army Corps partnership letter
At the same time, a resolve sponsored by former councilor and state Rep. Lynn Copeland would see the state become the non-federal sponsor of the project to remedy erosion at Camp Ellis.
Jury convicts former officer Derek Chauvin of George Floyd’s murder
The former Minneapolis police officer was found guilty of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Falmouth’s ‘Yachtie’ mascot could get the heave-ho
Soon to be released are findings of a town survey on changing the high school’s team name and mascot to be more representative of the student body.
Volunteers needed for busy fish migration in Westbrook
The Presumpscot Regional Land Trust says with a growing number of visitors, more help is needed.
North Yarmouth incumbent faces challenge on Select Board
Paul Hodgetts runs to unseat Steven Berry in the June 8 election.
Another 420 COVID-19 cases reported in Maine, as vaccine demand shifts
While case numbers continue to rise, the demand for appointments at some vaccination clinics has eased.
Biddeford, Saco and OOB participate in drug take-back day Saturday
The Saco Police Department at 20 Storer St. and Saco Community Center at 75 Franklin St., the Biddeford Public Works Department at 371 Hill St. and the Old Orchard Beach Police Department 16E Emerson Cummings Blvd. are among a number of Maine locations that are participating in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April […]