Justice Amy Coney Barrett joins the court’s liberals in saying states must allow spiritual advisers at the time of death.
2021
Posted inMaine, News, Uncategorized
Maine legislators urged to add staff to oversee legal defense for the poor
Lawmakers are scrutinizing the Maine Commission on Indigent Legal Services, which has struggled to oversee legal services for poor Mainers accused of crimes.
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Governors, mayors need $350 billion to fight COVID-19, Biden says
Republican lawmakers have stressed that some past aid to state and local governments remains unspent and revenues have rebounded after slumping when the coronavirus first hit.
Posted inSports
Major league notebook: Hall of Fame alters induction ceremony because of virus
The 2020 class, whose induction was postponed last summer, will be honored in an indoor ceremony.
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NFL notebook: J.J. Watt granted release by Texans after 10 seasons
Houston agrees to a request by the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year to end his tenure with the team.
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Spieth vaults into lead at Pebble Beach Pro-Am
Jordan Spieth, winless since 2017, continues his recent improvement with a 5-under 67.
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Cuomo administration ‘froze’ over New York nursing home data requests
Republicans who say an aide admitted a ‘cover-up’ are now calling for investigations into and the resignations of both Gov. Mario Cuomo and the aide.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
UMaine System campuses plan virtual graduation ceremonies this spring
Some students are criticizing the plan to forgo in-person graduations this spring because of uncertainty about the pandemic and the safety of large gatherings.
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Timing of next Virgin Galactic flight still up in the air
The last attempt in December was cut short when computer trouble prevented the spaceship’s rocket from firing properly.
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Thomas Keller, 71, retired Portland police lieutenant, advocate for domestic violence victims
After serving in the Vietnam War, he joined the force in 1972 and rose through the ranks, distinguishing himself as a champion for the underserved.