The raises were approved by the previous Legislature, which also voted to increase the salary of the next governor who will be elected in 2026.
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Cape Porpoise Pier construction expected to improve resiliency
The project will raise the elevation of the pier to avoid water damage and flooding during future storms.
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If you needed another reason to dine on Middle Street, Mr. Tuna is it
The eatery has morphed from sushi cart to Public Market spot to – finally – its own home on Portland’s ‘restaurant row.’ Notably excellent from the start, Mr. Tuna just keeps getting better.
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Letter: Trump still making a mockery of governing
Can a president-elect simply speak a new federal agency into being? President-elect Trump apparently, like a dictator, believes he can, and that agency is the Department of Government Efficiency. No president can simply do this, but if anyone has said so to Trump he apparently isn’t listening. He’s had these flights of fancy before. Calling […]
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Ever think of becoming a foster parent? Now is the time to make the call.
You can step up with Spurwink’s 24/7 support and change a child’s life.
Posted inHealth, Life & Culture, Maine
Here’s what you need to know about bird flu
There have been no human cases reported yet in Maine, and 66 cases across the U.S., according to the CDC.
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Letter: Direct primary care is almost there
I concur with Dr. Sarah Alvarez regarding the superior care one receives from a direct primary care practice (“More Mainers should consider direct primary care,” Dec. 30). For a time, I was a direct primary care patient and insured through Taro. I enjoyed the easy access and relationship with my doctor. However, I turned 65 […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook Notes: Jan. 2
Seniors’ meetings Westbrook Senior Citizens will meet at noon twice this month at the Community Center, 426 Bridge St. Members will participate on Monday, Jan. 6, in the group’s second annual post-Christmas Yankee Swap following a light luncheon and business meeting “Each member will bring an unwrapped item – perhaps a useful Christmas gift which […]
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Gorham Notes: Jan. 2
Ames steps down Doris Ames recently has stepped down as chair of the Gorham/Windham/Westbrook Triad after 20 years. Buffy Houp succeeds Ames. Police departments in the three communities thanked Ames for her dedicated service to Triad, a coalition of law enforcement, businesses and agencies to enhance the safety and well-being of senior citizens. Ames is […]
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Letter: Brunswick foam disposal a cautionary tale
Chemicals should be proven safe before being introduced into our communities.