Close to 2,300 Guard troops will continue to provide security in Washington until May 23, at the request of the Capitol Police.
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Posted inNation & World
Judge denies bail to Trump administration aide charged in Capitol riot
The judge says that on Jan. 6, domestic enemies were striking ‘directly at the heart of our democracy’ and that Federico Klein ‘switched sides.’
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Posted inNation & World, News
Arrested journalist pleaded with officer: ‘This is my job’
The case against Andrea Sahouri, a reporter for the Des Moines Register, has drawn widespread criticism from media and human rights advocates, who call it an attack on press freedom.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Girls’ basketball: Senior stars lift Portland past Deering, 66-34
Gemima Motema and Amanda Kabantu combine for 35 points as the Bulldogs improve to 7-2.
Posted inNation & World
When to expect payments, other benefits from relief package
The timing of its passage is crucial – most notably because some pandemic unemployment benefits will be coming to an end on Sunday.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Arkansas governor signs near-total abortion ban into law
An abortion will only be allowed if it’s to save the life of the mother.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
USDA announces free school meals for children through summer
The measure is aimed at feeding the country’s 12 million hungry kids, but school meal providers say they need higher per-meal reimbursements.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Politics
Maine not alone in finding fault with human resources software firm
Some lawmakers are calling for an investigation of the state’s contract with California-based Workday Inc., which was hired to update Maine’s antiquated employee benefits system but walked off the job last month.
Posted inSports
Basketball notebook: Pierce, Cooper, Bosh lead finalists for 2021 Hall class
The Class of 2021 will be announced on May 16 and the enshrinement ceremony is scheduled for September.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Guitar Grave pawnshop’s owner ready for final curtain, or perhaps a duet
Mike Fink says he’s looking for a buyer, or a working partner, for the South Portland business after nearly 25 years of operation and many changes.