Maine policymakers want to encourage such projects as another tool to help meet the state’s ambitious climate goals.
2021
Trump policy that weakened wild bird protections is revoked
The Biden administration’s Interior Department says the agency plans to come up with new standards ‘that can protect migratory birds and provide certainty to industry.’
Biden to deliver prime-time address Thursday, marking the anniversary of coronavirus crisis
The president plans to talk about the role ‘Americans will play in beating the virus,’ his press secretary announced.
Letter to the Editor: Vaccine recipient likes Northern Light’s communication
In my opinion, Northern Light Health has exceeded all others in their system of providing the COVID vaccine. I made my appointment for a shot at Expo and was immediately given a confirmed appointment for both my first and second vaccination. The first appointment was in three days time! I received two email confirmations from […]
Disney World workers get spit on, yelled at, and threatened trying to enforce COVID safety rules
Some guests have angrily refused to follow Disney’s pandemic safety rules, with some of the situations leading to arrests.
Start saving for a down payment now with these simple tips
Down payments can be a barrier preventing people from pursuing homeownership. We’ll cover what you should know about making a down payment and how to start saving. You might be surprised at just how little you’ll need.
Trial for ex-cop charged in Floyd’s death moves ahead, for now
A district court judge sayshe wants to hear whether a third-degree murder charge can be added to the counts of second-degree murder and manslaughter against Derek Chauvin.
Fully vaccinated people can gather indoors without masks, says new CDC guidance
The long-awaited guidance from federal health officials also says that vaccinated people can visit healthy children and grandchildren.
Falmouth residents targeted in fake police department phone scams
Falmouth Police are warning residents of phone scams that have bilked local residents of hundreds of thousands of dollars in the past month. The two new scams circulating in the community target older residents by convincing them the caller is with the local police department, according to Chief John Kilbride. Over the past four weeks, […]
Winter season in final days, spring sports primed to start on time- Portland edition
End of winter sports doesn’t mean the action will stop.