Service providers argue that having a cabinet official advocating for child welfare could lead to more resources for mental health, substance use and behavioral health.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Sports
ESPN apologizes for fake name scam that led to Emmy statues going to people ineligible for award
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, which administers the Sports Emmy Awards, discovered the fraud through an investigation, which led to ESPN doing its probe.
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Posted inKennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
Formerly incarcerated Mainers need more support; State Rep. Dan Sayre wants to help
Sayre has sponsored legislation that would see the Department of Corrections do an evaluation of its current re-entry system to assess what needs improvement. The bill will be considered by the full legislature in the coming weeks.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Appointment to state board stalls in Legislature following concerns from mining opponents
The Maine Senate returned a nomination for the Land Use Planning Commission to a legislative committee Thursday, days after opponents of the Wolfden Chase Mt. mining proposal urged the committee to require that the nominee recuse himself from an upcoming vote.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
What’s next for the Patriots?
New England is looking for a coach for the first time in a quarter century, and candidates abound – from Mike Vrabel to Jerod Mayo to Brian Flores and more.
Posted inTimes Record
Group submits petition of no confidence in Wiscasset schools superintendent
A group of Wiscasset school staff members, parents, alumni and community members signed the petition following the firing of the former principal.
Posted inTimes Record
Brunswick native named Patriots Difference Maker of the Week for work with Special Olympics Maine
Charlie Austin, of Brunswick, was selected as a 2023 Patriots Difference Maker of the Week for his commitment to Special Olympics Maine. As part of this recognition, the Kraft family, the New England Patriots Foundation and Gillette will make a $5,000 donation to support the nonprofit. Throughout the 2023 season, the Kraft family, the New […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Wells man pleads guilty to attempted murder, other charges in attack on NYPD officers
Trevor Bickford, 20, was charged one year ago with attacking 3 New York City police officers with a machete near Times Square on New Year’s Eve 2022.
Posted inTimes Record
Enrollment opens for Midcoast Senior College spring classes
Midcoast Senior College in Brunswick recently announced its lineup of courses for its Spring Term I. These courses for lifelong learners begin the week of Feb. 5 and run through April 7. Courses are four to seven weeks long with a selection of in-person and online classes via Zoom. No grades, no exams — just […]
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Sixth grade Scarborough girls win state title
The SoccerMaine U12G State Champs (Fall 2023) won their state finals game against Merrymeeting 1-0 on Nov. 12. The Scarborough Soccer Club 6th Grade Girls had an undefeated season, culminating in their victory in the state title. From left are: Andrea Mallo, Corah Poley, Gwen Herzberg, Ella Niles, Isla Tribuno, Paige Roberts, Abby Vogell, Anna […]