To stave off disasters, fire officials urge residents to have their chimneys cleaned and inspected annually.
2024
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Global economy headed for worst half-decade in 30 years, World Bank warns
While higher interest rates appear to be controlling inflation without a serious financial crisis, the global economy’s performance is lagging, according to the World Bank.
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Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Scarborough Land Trust seeks to lease Alger Hall
The organization would like to create a conservation hub.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
DaVinci’s Eatery says a complaint of a cockroach in the kitchen prompted temporary closing
Popular restaurant in Lewiston says it hopes to reopen ‘within the week.’
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Biddeford ramps up focus on homelessness
The number of unhoused people in York County’s largest city is rising, and Biddeford has signaled it wants to confront the crisis with compassion and proactive policymaking.
Posted inMaine, News
Sen. King visits Middle East, joins call to minimize civilian casualties in Gaza
The independent from Maine joined a bipartisan delegation on a four-day tour of the Middle East, including a lengthy meeting with the Israeli prime minister.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Greely High School teens tackling stigma of mental illness
A chapter of KyleCares is dedicated to providing resources and spreading awareness to prevent youth suicide.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine House rejects lawmaker’s call to impeach secretary of state
House members voted 80-60 against a resolution calling for an impeachment investigation of Shenna Bellows for her decision to bar former President Trump from Maine’s presidential primary ballot.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Documentary celebrates unique culture of WMPG
“An Extraordinary Place” highlights the diversity, connections and emotional ties behind the scenes at the community radio station.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Kinship Support Group strengthens Maine families through collaboration and care
Led by Adoptive and Foster Families of Maine, the group offers community-based assistance to adoptive, foster, and kinship families.