The bill, submitted in response to a high-profile case in 2022, would raise fines from $1,500 per violation to $25,000 — and more if the violator is shown to have benefited or committed prior violations.
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Student Submission: A look at what it takes to study abroad
As a junior at Scarborough High School who is starting to consider college options, the idea of studying abroad, particularly in the Netherlands, piqued my interest. I have a European passport, as my father is from the Netherlands, allowing me to have a reduced tuition fee if I decide to study anywhere in Europe. I […]
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UMaine’s Montigo Moss will attend rookie minicamp with Vikings
The wide receiver caught 61 passes for 722 yards during his senior season.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Fire marshals searching Portland property after fatal fire
Douglas Grant, 36, of Portland, died in the March 6 blaze at 11 Olympia St.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion, Steve Collins
Statue of Muhammad Ali to capture spirit of boxer — and of Lewiston | Steve Collins
On May 25, what promises to become one of Maine’s most recognized works of public art will be unveiled.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
Most Americans haven’t tried seaweed, Maine study shows
The study, which in part explores Americans’ hesitance to try new foods, finds that leaning on seaweed as an ingredient in different snacks and making ready-to-eat dishes could sway consumers.
Posted inMaine
North Yarmouth town budget comes with 6% spending increase
The goal of the budget is to maintain services and retain town employees, said Town Manager Diane Barnes.
Posted inMaine
Falmouth approves $73.45 million combined school, town budget
Taxpayers can expect an increase of 3.2% to their property tax bill.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
The indomitable Diane Moyer held nothing back
When we moved to Brunswick in 2002, we bought a house in Meadowbrook. We liked the house, and we liked the realtor, Diane Moyer. Not only did she know how to show a house, but also she knew how to bond with prospective buyers. For example, Diane and Tina quickly discovered that they were both […]
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Strengthening our shores
From our rocky coastlines to our dense northern forests, Maine’s natural resources define our way of life. These resources are under threat every day from the increasing impacts of climate change. The disastrous storms of the winter of 2023 and 2024 have highlighted Maine’s need to increase its investment in climate resiliency and climate-ready infrastructure. […]