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Kennebunk-area school district investigates teacher’s alleged social media post

by Sydney Richelieu September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

A Kennebunk teacher allegedly posted a controversial message on social media after the assassination of Charlie Kirk last week.

Op-eds, Opinion

What happened to checks and balances? | Opinion

by Douglas I. Hodgkin September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

The Founders’ system has become so ‘democratized’ that it is ripe for capture by a demagogue.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

Augusta schools, residents aim to protect immigrant families

by Keith Edwards September 17, 2025September 18, 2025

A group of religious organizations sponsored a panel discussion Tuesday focused on helping immigrants.

Times Record

Harpswell sets referendum questions for November ballot

by J. Craig Anderson Harpswell Anchor September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

The Harpswell Select Board voted 3-0 on Thursday, Sept. 4, to send four local referendum questions to voters on a Nov. 4 ballot. One measure asks voters to adopt a new comprehensive plan as recommended by the Comprehensive Plan Task Force. If approved, it would replace a plan adopted in March 2005 and amended in 2006 […]

Fact Brief, Maine, News

Did Maine abolish the death penalty in the 1800s? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson Maine Trust for Local News September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

The state’s laws regarding capital punishment for various crimes have changed repeatedly throughout Maine’s history.

Health, Nation & World, News

RFK Jr.’s vaccine panel expected to recommend delaying hepatitis B shot for children

by Jackie Fortier KFF Health News September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

Pediatricians warn that could open the door to a comeback for a disease virtually eradicated among U.S. children.

Times Record

6 handy iPhone clock tips from BoomerTECH

by Jill Spencer, Ed Brazee and Chris Toy BoomerTECH Adventures September 17, 2025September 17, 2025

We all know the iPhone’s clock app is great for setting a morning alarm, but did you know it can do so much more? For those who appreciate a good, simple trick or two, these “hidden gems” can be real game-changers. BoomerTECH Guides Ed, Jill and Chris are here to show you a few smart […]