Local grant recipients say the funds are particularly critical now because of federal cuts to Maine programs.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Mosquitoes in Portland test positive for West Nile virus
The mosquitoes are the first in Maine to test positive for any mosquito-borne virus this year, state health officials say.
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Posted inLetters
EPA should not politicize global warming | Letter
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was started in 1970 by President Richard Nixon when he recognized the negative effect human activities were having on the environment. In 2009, an “Endangerment Finding” was issued by the EPA in response to a Supreme Court decision determining that greenhouse gases were a form of pollution covered by the […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
The 11 can’t-miss films at the Camden International Film Festival
The festival, now in its second decade, brings together the best nonfiction filmmaking from around the globe — and from right here in Maine.
Posted inLetters
Stronger word needed on Collins’ efforts to stop Trump | Letter
In his Aug. 6 letter, Josh Yardley feels let down by Sen. Susan Collins’ weak efforts to block President Trump’s dismantling of our democratic process, rule of law and constitutional separation of powers. I feel like it’s more like betrayal. Jim Nelson Winslow
Posted inMaine Mariners, Sports
Mariners re-sign forward, defenseman
Tristan Thompson and Jackson Stewart return after joining the team in the middle of last season.
Posted inMETLN jobs
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Posted inTimes Record
Bowdoin College students teach Maine government through podcasts
Two Bowdoin students are working with the state’s Department of Education to plan lessons based on their podcast, which breaks down politics with Maine newsmakers.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion, Steve Collins
Yes, Nirav Shah is enough of a Mainer to serve as governor | Steve Collins
Maine’s residency requirement shouldn’t be an issue for the former Maine CDC director. That doesn’t mean opponents won’t push it.
Posted inMaine, News
Portland mayor says city may not be required to work with ICE, despite federal grant terms
Mark Dion says a temporary injunction bars the federal government from making cooperation with immigration officials a condition for funding airport upgrades.