The president huddled with House Democrats in a private meeting at the Capitol that was part instructional, part morale booster for the tattered caucus of lawmakers.
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education, Sports, Varsity Maine
Players kicked off Brunswick High football team in wake of hazing allegations
Superintendent Phil Potenziano would not specify how many players have been removed, citing confidentiality concerns.
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One in 4 companies nationwide have instituted vaccine mandate since Biden order
Biden’s Sept. 9 directive has sent employers scrambling to come up with plans to adhere to the new rules.
Posted inNation & World
Justice Kavanaugh tests positive for COVID-19
He was the only one of the nine Supreme Court justices to skip Friday’s ceremonial swearing-in for Amy Coney Barrett, an event that itself was delayed nearly a year because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inMaine
Maine reports 738 new cases and 2 deaths as CDC continues to work through backlog
The seven-day average of new cases rose to 593 on Friday, but the state is continuing to work through a backlog of positive test results that date back more than a week.
Posted inNation & World, News
Biden administration urges judge to block Texas abortion law
But even if it’s put on hold, abortion services in Texas may not instantly resume because doctors still fear that they could be sued without a more permanent legal decision.
Posted inMaine, News
Massachusetts man killed while changing direction on turnpike in Wells
A truck driver was unable to avoid hitting a car driven by 52-year-old Brian N. Anger, who died in the crash, according to Maine State Police.
Posted inNation & World, News
Merck says its COVID-19 pill cuts risk of death, hospitalization
If approved by the FDA, the drug would be the first pill shown to treat the coronavirus.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Inside Raymond: Oct. 1
Residents asked to weigh in on new RSU 14 middle school Regional School Unit 14 will hold a public hearing about the new middle school project in Windham that has been approved under the state of Maine school construction program. In a recent meeting between RSU 14 Superintendent Christopher Howell and state officials to wrap […]
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Sande’s Picks: Fall Flannel Fest returns
Wearing flannel in the fall is a Maine tradition. Besides, it is soft, warm and cuddly just when you need it. Maine Beer Company supports this custom by encouraging patrons to wear their best flannel to the tasting room Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 2 and 3. From noon-5 p.m. each day, flannel shirts from L.L.Bean, […]